Manikaran in Himachal Pradesh is better known for

Manikaran, located in the Parvati Valley of the Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh, is famous for its natural hot springs and its potential for geothermal energy. Geothermal energy is the heat derived from the Earth's interior. In Manikaran, the hot springs are so hot that they are used to cook food at the local Gurudwara and for bathing purposes due to their perceived medicinal properties.

The Geological Survey of India (GSI) has identified this region as a significant geothermal field. A pilot geothermal power plant was established here to explore the feasibility of generating electricity from hydrothermal resources. While India has diverse energy sources, Manikaran is specifically a landmark for geothermal research and potential in the country, distinguishing it from hubs for bioenergy, paper, or food processing industries.