Boating, parasailing, scuba diving, water skating and much more - tourist footfall has posted a steady increase at the Hirakud Dam post introduction of these thrilling water sporting activities. Water sports were introduced at the right dyke of the reservoir on April 2 this year. Stopped because of pandemic for a few months, the thrill is back at Hirakud after resumption. Introduction of these water sports and other leisure activities has been an eye-catcher for the tourists.