Lions Club Installs Benches Near Narkanda Ski Slopes for Visitors' Comfort
NARKANDA, June 8 — In a thoughtful move aimed at improving visitor amenities, the Lions Club Shimla has installed benches near the popular skiing slopes of Narkanda.
The initiative, worth ₹45,000, comes in response to the lack of seating infrastructure around the site, which sees a steady footfall of tourists and locals alike throughout the year.
Speaking on the occasion, Lions Club President Lion Man Mohan Verma said, “We noticed many visitors struggling to find a place to sit and rest, especially the elderly and children. So, as part of our service motto ‘We Serve,’ we decided to act.”
The benches have been placed in and around the scenic slopes to offer people a comfortable place to pause and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
The installation is part of the club’s ongoing efforts towards civic and social upliftment.
The event was attended by several Lions Club members including Lion O.P. Mehta (Vice President), Lion P.S. Panwar (Project Chairperson), Lion Gopal Vaid (Vice President), Lion D.K. Chauhan (Director), and Lion R.K. Jishtu.
Government officials such as BDO Narkanda Arvind Guleria and Panchayat Pradhan Rajesh Sharma also joined the inauguration.
Panchayat Pradhan Sharma appreciated the club’s contribution, calling it a “noble gesture” that would go a long way in improving the tourist experience and aiding the local community.
The Lions Club Shimla continues to work on similar civic, cultural, and social service projects under its 2025–26 vision.
