Secretary Tourism Reviews Preparations for Adi Kailash Marathon in Pithoragarh

Pithoragarh | October 8, 2025Secretary Tourism, Uttarakhand, Mr. Dheeraj Singh Garbyal arrived in Pithoragarh today to review preparations for the upcoming Adi Kailash Marathon, scheduled to be held on November 2, 2025. During his visit, he conducted an on-site inspection of the London Ford area.Mr. Garbyal stated that the Adi Kailash Marathon is not just a sports event but also an opportunity to highlight the region’s cultural, religious, and tourism potential. He directed officers to ensure that all preparations are completed on time and with high quality standards.Emphasizing the need for preservation and beautification of the historic fort located at London Ford, the Secretary instructed officials to develop the area as an attractive and well-equipped tourist spot. He added that the development and conservation of such historic landmarks can give a significant boost to local tourism.During the inspection, District Magistrate Vinod Goswami briefed the Secretary on the sites being developed within the London Ford complex and shared details about tourism prospects and required resources in the region.Several officials including Mayor Kalpana Dewlal, Chief Development Officer Dr. Deepak Saini, District Tourism Development Officer Kirti Arya, local administrative officers, representatives from the tourism department, and members of the organizing committee were present during the visit.