Domestic tourism to Lahaul-Spiti declined sharply in 2025, with arrivals dropping 53.7% year-on-year from 10.55 lakh in 2024 to 4.89 lakh, according to Himachal Pradesh Tourism Department data. Foreign arrivals remained almost unchanged at 7,456, highlighting that the slowdown is largely confined to the domestic market. Tourism stakeholders attribute the decline to changing traveller preferences, weather disruptions, fluctuating road conditions and infrastructure concerns. The slowdown also raises concerns for hotels, transport operators and local tourism-dependent enterprises ahead of the peak summer season.
Shreya Bansal is a reporter at TravTalk India, covering the travel and tourism industry. She brings a keen eye for emerging trends, trade developments, and the stories shaping the travel landscape. Through in-depth reporting and on-ground insights, she connects industry stakeholders with news that matters. Beyond travel, Shreya has a growing interest in the premium lifestyle space, particularly the world of fine jewellery and is eager to explore the craftsmanship, culture, and commerce that define luxury living.