Tourists Coming Back to Kashmir in Good Numbers: J&K CM Omar
In a significant development for the tourism sector of Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has announced that the number of tourists visiting the valley is increasing steadily. This comes as a welcome relief for the state’s tourism industry, which has been facing a slump in recent years due to various reasons, including terrorism and political unrest.
Abdullah made this statement while attending a tourism fair in Kolkata, where he expressed his desire to attract more tourists from West Bengal to visit the valley. His comments come in the aftermath of the recent Pahalgam attack, in which 26 civilians were killed, which had led to concerns about the safety of tourists in the region.
However, it appears that the attack has not deterred tourists from visiting Kashmir, with the Chief Minister stating that the number of tourists is increasing steadily. This is a positive sign for the state’s economy, which relies heavily on tourism as a major source of revenue.
Kashmir’s tourism sector has been facing a slump in recent years due to various reasons, including terrorism, political unrest, and security concerns. The state has been witnessing frequent attacks by terrorist groups, which have led to a decline in the number of tourists visiting the valley. Additionally, the ongoing political instability in the state has also been a major deterrent for tourists.
However, it appears that the recent surge in tourist arrivals is a sign that the situation is improving. The Chief Minister’s statement suggests that the attack in Pahalgam has not had a significant impact on tourist arrivals, and that the number of pilgrims arriving for the Amarnath Yatra is increasing steadily.
The Amarnath Yatra is a major pilgrimage event in Kashmir, which attracts thousands of devotees every year. The yatra is a 43-kilometer-long trek from Pahalgam to the Amarnath cave, where devotees worship the Lord Shiva in the form of an ice lingam. The yatra is a major source of revenue for the state’s tourism industry, and the increasing number of pilgrims is a welcome sign for the sector.
The Chief Minister’s statement comes at a time when the state government is making efforts to promote tourism in the valley. The government has launched several initiatives to promote tourism, including the development of new infrastructure and the launch of various tourism-related schemes.
One of the key initiatives of the government is the development of new infrastructure, including hotels, resorts, and tourist facilities. The government has also launched several schemes to promote tourism, including the “Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Development Scheme”, which aims to promote tourism in the valley.
The government has also been working to improve the security situation in the valley, which is a major concern for tourists. The government has launched several initiatives to improve the security situation, including the deployment of additional security forces and the implementation of security measures to ensure the safety of tourists.
In addition to promoting tourism, the government has also been working to improve the overall infrastructure in the valley. The government has launched several initiatives to improve the road network, including the construction of new roads and the repair of existing ones.
The government has also been working to improve the power supply in the valley, which is a major concern for tourists. The government has launched several initiatives to improve the power supply, including the construction of new power plants and the repair of existing ones.
The Chief Minister’s statement is a welcome sign for the state’s tourism industry, which has been facing a slump in recent years. The increasing number of tourists is a sign that the situation is improving, and that the state is becoming a more attractive destination for tourists.
In conclusion, the Chief Minister’s statement that tourists are coming back to Kashmir in good numbers is a welcome sign for the state’s tourism industry. The increasing number of tourists is a sign that the situation is improving, and that the state is becoming a more attractive destination for tourists. The government’s initiatives to promote tourism, improve infrastructure, and improve the security situation are all positive steps towards reviving the state’s tourism industry.
