During the inaugural function of various projects in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jairam Thakur said, “Mandi is called 'Chhoti Kashi', as there are more than 300 ancient temples here. We are also trying to develop Mandi on the same lines as UP's Kashi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Atal Tunnel, Rohtang in 2020. This tunnel has not only helped the locals but also attracted many tourists to the state.”