Shimla, Dec 24 (PTI) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday inaugurated Winter Carnival Shimla.

The state government has issued a notification regarding opening of restaurants and other eateries round-the-clock till January 5, 2025 so that tourists and visitors do no face any inconvenience during their stay in the state, said Chief Minister Sukhu.

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Sukhu said that carnivals and festivals depict the rich culture and traditions of the state, a statement issued here said.

He said that the state government would provide all logistic assistance to tourists. He also made an appeal to all to keep the state polythene free.

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The carnival would culminate on January 2.

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