ISLAMABAD, April 14 (ABC): The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has planned the development of 16 picnic spots and tourist facilitation services at nine destinations under its tourism development schemes.
According to official documents available with Wealth Pakistan, these initiatives are part of broader interventions being implemented across the province. The focus remains on Chitral under various tourism development programmes.
The documents state that the schemes include the construction of jeepable tracks in tourist-bearing areas. These tracks aim to improve access to different locations.
In addition, camping pod sites and rest houses are also included in the planned interventions. These facilities are intended to support tourists visiting remote and scenic areas.
Furthermore, the documents highlight the promotion of community-based accommodation facilities. This initiative aims to encourage local participation in tourism activities.
Tourist facilitation services are also planned at nine destinations. These services will complement the development of infrastructure, including picnic spots and access routes.
Moreover, the documents mention feasibility studies for tourism development projects. They also include the arrangement of events in the tourism and culture sector in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The documents further refer to initiatives linked to “Tirich Mir Year 2024–25.” These activities remain part of the province’s broader tourism framework.
In addition, the promotion of cultural and community-based activities has been included in tourism-related efforts.
According to the documents, coordination is ongoing with provincial line departments and district administrations. At the same time, engagement is being maintained with relevant federal ministries and organisations.
They further note that collaboration continues with national and international tourism stakeholders to support the implementation of these initiatives.