The Kullu district administration has initiated action against an unregistered adventure sports site in Manali, after a young girl from Nagpur sustained injuries in a zipline accident near Nehru Kund.
District Deputy Commissioner Torul S Raveesh confirmed that the operator was functioning without mandatory registration and stated that departmental proceedings are underway.
"This incident is 5-6 days old, and this site was not winter-registered. Departmental action is being taken on this. We got to know about this via social media because there was no formal complaint, but we are taking action," Raveesh said.
The official urged tourists to ensure that adventure sports sites have proper authorisation and safety measures before visiting.
"Separate rules exist for adventure sports... There are two committees to look after these at the district level. While doing adventure sports, please ensure that it is authorised and that you follow all safety measures," she added.
The victim, identified as Trisha from Nagpur, reportedly fell onto boulders after the zipline rope snapped. She was immediately taken to Mission Hospital here after reportedly falling from a zipline near Nehru Kund, Kullu Police said on Monday.
According to the Kullu Police, Trisha’s father, Prafful Vijve, has recorded his statement and expressed no intention of pursuing legal action in the matter. “He has recorded his statement and expressed his intent to personally oversee his daughter’s care,” a police spokesperson said.
A video of the incident circulating on social media shows the exact moment the girl fell on boulders below after the zipline rope connected to the harness snaps, sparking widespread concern about the safety standards at such recreational sites.
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