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Kashmir Inc calls for Airfare Cap as Soaring Fares dent local economy

June 13, 2023June 13, 2023 Editor

There is an increasing demand for capping air ticket prices on the Srinagar air route due to the fact that the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway is very susceptible to weather vagaries, which creates problems for the business community and the tourism industry. Businessmen who have to go outside of J&K for work are postponing their plans due to the unheard of price increase for flights to Kashmir. For tourists, flying to Dubai is less expensive than Kashmir, and patients have to shell out a fortune on air travel. In order to…

Kashmir tourism Hit Hard as Massive Surge in Airfare pinches travelers: Stakeholders

June 10, 2023 Editor

As airfare to Srinagar has witnessed a steep rise after the suspension of operations by Go First Airways, the tourism sector in Kashmir has been hit and tourist footfall has come down and travellers are cancelling their visits to the Valley. Prominent hotelier and J&K Hoteliers Club chairman Mushtaq Ahmad Chaya said the tourism industry has suffered losses due to a rise in airfare after the suspension of flight operations by GoFirst. He said GoFirst used to operate 15 flights at Srinagar airport and with a drop in flights, the…

Welcome to Kashmir, a land of natural beauty and spiritual enlightenment; Here, leisure tourism is passe, and wellness tourism is all the rage

June 8, 2023 Editor

Forget Kerala, come to Kashmir to detox under the shades of gigantic Chinars and snow-capped mountains. Jammu and Kashmir government is promoting the valley as the wellness tourism hub in the country. Department of Ayush is setting up wellness centers at prominent tourist destinations to help people de-stress. Wellness centers are being set up at Pahalgam, Sonamarg, Srinagar, Gulmarg, Katra, Patnitop, and other places. Tourists could bask under nature to detox before leaving for their homes. Also Read: Best Places for Destination Wedding in Kashmir “We have set up a…

Airfares Soaring to New Heights: Skyrocketing Prices Cause Concern

June 7, 2023 Editor

Skyrocketing Airfares to Srinagar a Cause for Concern Airfares from Delhi to Srinagar are more expensive than to Dubai or Bangkok, despite concerns from a parliamentary standing committee. The committee had previously taken airlines to task for charging exorbitant prices for tickets on certain routes. It had directed airlines to end this practice. However, airfares have continued to rise, particularly since Go First airline halted its operations. Also Read: Experience the Enchantment of Gurez Valley: Go Gurez, Kashmir’s Hidden Gem! Tourism stakeholders say that airlines were already hiking airfares, and…

Adverse weather conditions impact Rice and Apple Crop in Kashmir: Cold Wave, Rain, and Hailstorm Cause Damage

June 3, 2023 Editor

Rain, frequent windstorm and hailstorm has severely impacted horticulture and agriculture – the mainstay of Kashmir’s rural economy. The erratic weather has plunged temperature several degrees below normal in Kashmir. In June, people are still wearing woollens. At Daragam village of Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district, it’s a double whammy for Bilal Ahmad. Not only his paddy seedlings are failing before plantation due to erratic weather and cold, a severe hailstorm has badly damaged his apple and cherry crops. Bilal’s family of six, entirely dependent on farming, is now despairing.…

Kashmir ranked as the second-best summer tourist destination in India: Survey

June 2, 2023 Editor

Kashmir has been ranked second best summer tourist destination in India. According to Summer Vacation Index 2023, 82% of Indians are intending to travel to Kashmir during summer. 92 percent are planning to explore domestic destinations. The survey was conducted by OYO. With 30% votes, mountains are a clear choice this summer, followed closely by beaches at 26 %. Among the mountainous summer destinations, Kashmir holds the second place after Manali. “India’s favorite mountain destination is Manali, followed by Kashmir, Mcleod Ganj, Ooty, and Coorg,” the survey said. It said that…

Addressing Airfare Concerns: A Call for Intervention

June 1, 2023 Editor

Addressing the Impact of High Airfares on Tourism in Kashmir Kashmir, renowned for its captivating landscapes and cultural heritage, has long been a coveted destination for travelers seeking a peaceful retreat. However, the tourism industry in the region faces a significant hurdle – the issue of exorbitant airfares. The soaring cost of air tickets directly impacts the affordability of visiting Kashmir, posing a challenge for budget-conscious tourists and hindering the growth of tourism in the region. High airfares not only strain the budgets of travelers but also limit their ability…

Tourists seek respite from scorching Summer Heat in Picturesque Kashmir

May 28, 2023 Editor

While most parts of the country are reeling under heat wave conditions, tourists are enjoying the pleasant weather in Kashmir as the Valley has witnessed rains over the past few days, leading to a drop in the mercury. The maximum temperature in the Valley, over the last few days, hovered around 20 degrees Celsius and most of the days, the weather has remained cloudy while some areas witnessed rainfall. The pleasant weather has brought cheer to the tourists. “I feel very good, the weather here is very pleasant. We are feeling…

G20 Delegates and Kashmir’s Tourism Industry discuss Eco-Tourism Promotion and Advisory Removal

May 24, 2023 Editor

From negative travel advisories to the promotion of ecotourism in Kashmir, the G20 delegates and local tourism stakeholders discussed a wide array of topics concerning the hospitality sector. Officials said that there was a constructive discussion among the stakeholders and delegates who are currently on a three days visit to Kashmir. The meeting’s topic on Tuesday was ‘Eco-tourism as a means of accomplishing sustainable objectives’. Some of the attendees spoke with Kashmiri tourist industry representatives outside of the meeting who they advised should promote ecotourism. According to Chairman of the…

Promoting Kashmir: Transforming it into a One-Stop Destination for Filmmakers

May 23, 2023 Editor

Srinagar’s Dal Lake has been a witness to many romances in Indian cinema – Shammi Kapoor to Shah Rukh Khan, all have had their iconic dance sets filmed with the picturesque lake in their backdrop. “Almost 370 Bollywood films have been filmed in the Kashmir Valley and now with the OTT platforms, this number will see a sharp increase,” G-20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant stated. According to him, the Working Group on Tourism will ensure more filmmakers from abroad visit the Valley. “We are promoting Jammu and Kashmir so that foreign…