Auli witnessed the inauguration of the Shitalkin Winter Carnival and the National Skiing Championship on Friday.Uttarakhand Minister Satpal Maharaj inaugurated the games by lighting the ceremonial lamp. A total of 17 teams are participating in the Winter Carnival and the National Skiing Championship at the world-famous Auli.More than 300 players are taking part in these Winter Carnival and National Skiing Championship events.Uttarakhand Tourism Minister Satpal Maharaj, while speaking to the reporters, said, “Today, the Winter Carnival is being inaugurated in Auli. I have announced that this carnival will be held every year. We want to make Auli a hub for the Winter Games. We are committed to that. This event will provide employment to the youth. It will boost local entrepreneurs.”The Auli Skiing Winter Carnival and National Winter Games Championship 2026 will be held from Feb 13 to 16 at Auli in Chamoli district. National-level competitions in Alpine skiing, snowboarding and ski mountaineering (Skimo) will be held during the four-day event.Perched at 2,500-3,050 m, Auli is one of India’s premier skiing spots, boasting long, natural slopes and perfect winter conditions. Auli offers panoramic views of some of India’s highest peaks, including the second-highest, Nanda Devi (7,816m).It is also the gateway to the Nanda Devi and the Valley of Flowers National Park, including the Hemkund Sahib gurdwara, and to popular trekking destinations such as Gorson Bugyal, Pangerchulla Summit, and Tapovan.In addition to Auli, Uttarakhand has several other ski destinations, including Dayara Bugyal, Munsiyari, and Mundali. End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi Speaks To BNP Chief Tarique Rahman, Congratulates On ‘Remarkable’ Bangladesh Poll Win6-Year-Old Dead, 5 Injured As Speeding Car Hits Pedestrians On Busy Lucknow Road; CCTV Shows HorrorKiren Rijiju Explains Why Modi Govt Paused Privilege Notice Against Rahul Gandhi After Dubey’s MoveTarique Rahman’s BNP Heads For Landslide In Bangladesh Election, Rivals Cry FoulPM Modi Unveils Seva Teerth, A New PMO Hub Marking Governance Shift In National Capital DelhiRafale To Be Built In India For The First Time Outside France After DAC Nod For 114 Fighter Jets’Bangladesh Rejected Pakistan-Backed Jamaat’: Experts Decode BNP’s Historic Return To PowerCDS General Anil Chauhan Links History With Border Disputes With China, Recalls Nehru Knew About It’He Is A Habitual Liar’: Farmers At Centre As Piyush Goyal Slams Rahul Gandhi On India US Trade DealPoK And Aksai Chin In India Map: US Trade Deal Post Forced Pakistan To Rush Washington To Rectify123PhotostoriesFrom built-in air conditioners to radar ears: 5 animals with the weirdest ears and how they use themValentine’s Day 2026: 7 romantic red cocktails for Valentine’s Day celebrationFrom Titan Arum to Bulbophyllum Phalaenopsis: 7 worst smelling flowers of the worldDid you know Shahid Kapoor was rejected 100 times before his debut in ‘Ishq Vishk’? 6 lesser-known facts about ‘O Romeo’ actor5 hill forts of Rajasthan and why they are a traveller’s favourite7 glass buildings across the world that changed contemporary architecturePotholes, debris and chaos: Bengaluru commuters struggle ahead of Pink Line Metro launch5 Indian fabrics that offer a luxury feel at an affordable priceSadhguru considers this Avocado Salad with Crunchy Seeds an ideal precursor to the main meal, recipe insideValentine’s Day special: Best red lipstick shades that flatter every Indian skin tone123Hot PicksIT Stocks CrashGold Silver PricesBangladesh Election ResultsTelangana Municipal Elections ResultsIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingMarvel Rivals Season 6.5 Release dateErika KirkBad BunnyCatherine Polli Net WorthSeahawks Super Bowl paradeKayla NicoleAnthony JoshuaChloe KimCardi BMax Muncy
Auli witnessed the inauguration of the Shitalkin Winter Carnival and the National Skiing Championship on Friday.Uttarakhand Minister Satpal Maharaj inaugurated the games by lighting the ceremonial lamp. A total of 17 teams are participating in the Winter Carnival and the National Skiing Championship at the world-famous Auli.More than 300 players are taking part in these Winter Carnival and National Skiing Championship events.Uttarakhand Tourism Minister Satpal Maharaj, while speaking to the reporters, said, “Today, the Winter Carnival is being inaugurated in Auli. I have announced that this carnival will be held every year. We want to make Auli a hub for the Winter Games. We are committed to that. This event will provide employment to the youth. It will boost local entrepreneurs.”The Auli Skiing Winter Carnival and National Winter Games Championship 2026 will be held from Feb 13 to 16 at Auli in Chamoli district. National-level competitions in Alpine skiing, snowboarding and ski mountaineering (Skimo) will be held during the four-day event.Perched at 2,500-3,050 m, Auli is one of India’s premier skiing spots, boasting long, natural slopes and perfect winter conditions. Auli offers panoramic views of some of India’s highest peaks, including the second-highest, Nanda Devi (7,816m).It is also the gateway to the Nanda Devi and the Valley of Flowers National Park, including the Hemkund Sahib gurdwara, and to popular trekking destinations such as Gorson Bugyal, Pangerchulla Summit, and Tapovan.In addition to Auli, Uttarakhand has several other ski destinations, including Dayara Bugyal, Munsiyari, and Mundali.
