Uttarkhand’s Munsiyari is a gem that not many have explored, and it would be apt to state that more coveted is the Khaliya Top here. An offbeat trek, away from all the touristy glare, it is much loved for the stunning views from the top. The trek starts at around 9 km from the main town, the spot is now pitched as one of the possible venues for the winter games. Auli has been hosting similar events for some years now.A proposal to develop Khaliya Top as a skiing slope has been made, on lines similar to that of Auli. The move has led to quite a stir amongst the lovers of skiing, most of them hailing the move. At around 350 km from Auli, Khaliya Top has a topography that will support skiing. Yet, barring the proposed move is the fact that the region around is reserved forest land. Thus, the forest department has imposed restrictions on all camping and commercial activities in the region.The said land needs to be under the control of Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board and not the Forest Department for a chance of its development into a skiing hub. The locals in the region are quite keen about the development and have been reported to be eager for the implementation of the proposal.The plan was first proposed in the wake of successful completion of the National Nordic and Alpine Skiing and Snowboarding in Auli as well as the completion of winter games.