PHOTOS: Tourism in Kashmir coming back to life after Pahalgam horror
Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat attributed Pahalgam's gradual revival to a coordinated effort by the Centre and the Jammu and Kashmir administration.
Tourism in Kashmir, which took a serious hit following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, is showing encouraging signs of recovery, Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said on Monday. (File photo)
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Speaking at the conclusion of the two-day National Tourism Secretaries’ Conference in Srinagar, Shekhawat attributed the gradual revival to a coordinated effort by the Centre and the Jammu and Kashmir administration, TOI reported. (File photo)
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Shekhawat, who visited Kashmir last month had sent out a message that the Valley was safe, also referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of developing 50 iconic global-standard destinations across India, with Kashmir as a strong contender. (File photo)
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The minister called on states to collaborate and come up with innovative ideas to improve tourist experiences. (File photo)
Shekhawat also pointed to new infrastructure such as highways and railway lines in the region, which he said would prove to be game-changers for improving accessibility. (Photo: IndianInfoGuid)
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Shekhawat also pointed to new infrastructure such as highways and railway lines in the region, which he said would prove to be game-changers for improving accessibility. (Photo: KashmirLife)
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Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday visited the Nunwan Base Camp in Pahalgam to assess preparations for the ongoing Amarnath Yatra, TOI reported. During the visit, Sinha interacted with pilgrims, sanitation staff and service providers. (Photo: Twitter)
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The LG commended the significant contribution of all stakeholders in the smooth conduct of the annual pilgrimage, TOI reported. He was accompanied by Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB) CEO Mandeep K Bhandari, IGP (Kashmir) V K Birdi and senior officials from the district administration, police and security forces. (Photo: Twitter)
