Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 22 (ANI): As many as two and a half lakh tourists have thronged to Shimla in the last two or three days to escape the searing heat in the rest of the country. The weekend rush of tourists following the recent rainfall in the region has brought cheers to the travel and tourism industry. Kedar Dutt, a local travel agent said they have advance bookings till July 15. “The weather is good. This year tourists are rushing here as it is hot in the plains. The travel agents, hoteliers, horsemen, taxi operators and porters are having a good time. Two and a half la…