Kullu Dasehra fills hotels; Manali occupancy tops 50%

The ongoing International Kullu Dasehra festival has triggered a tourism revival in Kullu-Manali, with several Kullu hotels near full capacity and Manali room occupancy crossing 50%. Hoteliers expect Manali occupancy to hit 90% during Diwali if momentum holds. The week-long festival draws visitors with deity processions, cultural performances, and religious traditions.