J&K Reopens 14 Tourist Spots After Security Review; 26 Destinations Now Operational Post-Pahalgam Attack

J&K Reopens 14 Tourist Spots After Security Review; 26 Destinations Now Operational Post-Pahalgam Attack

J&K Reopens 14 Tourist Spots After Security Review; Tourism Revival Gains Momentum By: Javid Amin | 16 February 2026 In a significant move aimed at restoring confidence among travellers, Manoj Sinha, Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, has ordered the reopening of 14 tourist destinations that were closed following the Pahalgam terror attack in April 2025. The attack, which claimed 26 lives—mostly tourists—led to heightened security measures and the temporary closure of nearly 50 tourist sites across the Union Territory. Officials confirmed that the latest decision follows a comprehensive security…

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‘Absolutely Safe, Normal’: Mumbai Travel Agent’s Bold Claim on Kashmir Amidst Lingering Concerns

'Absolutely Safe, Normal': Mumbai Travel Agent's Bold Claim on Kashmir Amidst Lingering Concerns

Raja Rani Travels’ Assurance: Encouraging Tourists Back to a ‘Safe and Normal’ Kashmir Srinagar 04 May 2025: In a statement that may offer a glimmer of hope to the beleaguered tourism sector of Kashmir, Kavita Patil of Mumbai-based Raja Rani Travels has asserted that “everything is absolutely safe, normal” in the region. This declaration comes at a critical juncture, following a devastating terror attack in Pahalgam that resulted in significant casualties and amidst ongoing cross-border firing along the Line of Control (LoC) for the ninth consecutive day. While such pronouncements…

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The Undying Spirit of Kashmir: Tourists Embrace Pahalgam’s Beauty, Undeterred by Shadows

The Undying Spirit of Kashmir: Tourists Embrace Pahalgam's Beauty, Undeterred by Shadows

A Story of Resilience, Solidarity, and the Enduring Allure of Kashmir Javid Amin Srinagar 27 April 2025: In the wake of the recent, deeply regrettable terror attack in Pahalgam, a narrative of fear and apprehension might have been expected to grip the region and deter visitors. However, the reality unfolding in the valleys of Kashmir paints a different, and profoundly inspiring, picture. Instead of succumbing to fear, tourists are demonstrating remarkable resilience and an unwavering love for Kashmir’s unparalleled beauty, choosing to continue their journeys and, in doing so, sending…

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