Kullu, May 31 -- Amid soaring temperatures, tourists are increasingly heading to hill destinations, leading to a sharp rise in visitor numbers in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district.

Speaking to ANI, Kullu Superintendent of Police (SP) Madan Lal Kaushal said tourist footfall has surged significantly over the past few days, with nearly 25,000 to 27,000 small and large vehicles entering the district. To manage the rush and ensure smooth traffic movement, the district police have deployed around 150 police personnel and home guards, including 60 to 70 personnel in Manali alone.

"The tourist influx has increased a lot... 25 to 27,000 big and small vehicles have entered here... Tourists are visiting here peacefully... We have deployed 60 to 70...