Rise In Paragliding Accidents Brings Himachal Agencies In Bad Limelight

Himachal Pradesh's agencies responsible for safe paragliding sport have come under negative limelight after increase in crashes at paragliding site in Bir Billing region, which also hosts Paragliding World Cup. Some organisations and relatives of accidents' victims are now asking for a blanket ban on the sport till proper rules are enforced by the state. Reportedly, at least 10 people, including foreigners, have lost their lives in 24 accidents lately.