Dharamshala, May 10 -- The tourism and hospitality industry in Dharamshala, which was reeling under a lean patch in winters, is likely to get a boost as four Indian Premier League (IPL) matches will be played at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) stadium this time.

Tourism stakeholders expect a rise in visitors as the Punjab Kings will play three matches at the city's picturesque stadium - against Delhi Capitals (May 11), against Mumbai Indians (May 14) and against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (May 17). The Dharamshala stadium is the adopted home ground of Punjab Kings and the team has already arrived in the town on Thursday. This year, HPCA stadium will also host the Qualifier 1 match on May 26.

Hotel occupancy, which is ho...