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HIMACHAL PRADESH
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Himachal Pradesh
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Delhi
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Haryana
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Detailed explanation-1: -Himachal Pradesh hosted the Paragliding World-Cup from 23 October to 31 October 2015 under the aegis of Para-gliding World-Cup Association in Kangra Valley. This is the first time that India will be hosting the Paragliding World Cup which will see participation from over 50 countries.
Detailed explanation-2: -In his speech, Modi took the name of India’s first paraglider Roshan Lal – who hails from village Burua in Manali, on the way to Rohtang pass – and mentioned how he (Roshan) introduced him to the world of paragliding and gave him the flying exposure.
Detailed explanation-3: -Direction. Bir is a village located in the west of Joginder Nagar Valley in the state of Himachal Pradesh in northern India. Mostly referred as “Paragliding Capital of India”, Bir is also a noted centre for ecotourism, spiritual studies and meditation.