Shimla hotels hit 80pc occupancy during long weekend but hoteliers still unhappy

Shimla hotels saw 70-80pc occupancy during the long weekend, but tourism stakeholders are disappointed. Manual toll tax collection at Parwanoo caused long queues, deterring some tourists. The Shimla Hotel and Tourism Stakeholders Association believes occupancy could have exceeded 90pc without the delays. Some tourists canceled Shimla trips, opting for alternative destinations due to entry point hassles.