Jazzbaat 24 News Network
In a highly delightful development, the Jammu and Kashmir lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha announced on 14 June , 2025 Saturday reopening of 16 of 48 tourist destinations that had been shut since the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, taking a significant step towards restoring normalcy.
The Pahalgam brutal terrorist attack which had taken precious lives had shaken the entire world. Whole Kashmir had erupted against the dastardly act by terrorists.
Tourism industry in Kashmir which had taken a huge blow post Pahalgam terror tragedy is delighted that slowly and steadily we are getting back on track.
With the Valley’s gushing water streams, the lush green meadows in bloom and security measures tightened, many believe the return of tourism can become the strongest rebuke to those who tried to damage it .
Tourism Stakeholder are delighted. Faisal Khankashi, eminent tourism stakeholder opines ,while talking to Jazzbaat 24 News Network -" The reopening of long restricted tourist destinations in Kashmir is a monumental step toward economic revival, cultural resurgence, and the reintegration of our people into the national and global tourism map. As stakeholders, we have long believed in the unmatched potential of every corner of this paradise from hidden valleys to historical hamlets. This move not only brings hope to thousands of families whose livelihoods depend on tourism but also sends a strong message: Kashmir is ready to welcome the world with open arms. We urge the authorities to continue this momentum, ensuring more offbeat, heritage, and ecologically rich spots are made accessible in a responsible and sustainable manner. The story of Kashmir is far from over it is just beginning to be told again."
The hope on ground is that soon full fledged tourism prosperity would be seen again in Kashmir.
