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GoI Launches Multi-Pronged Campaign to Revive Kashmir Tourism After April Tragedy

September 14, 2025 Editor

Tourism Revival Strategy Includes Security Upgrades, Discounted Packages, and Cultural Outreach By: Javid Amin | 13 September 2025 A Valley in Shock, A Nation Responds On April 22, 2025, Pahalgam—a serene town known for its meadows and the starting point of the Amarnath Yatra—was struck by tragedy. A terror attack claimed the lives of 26 civilians, sending ripples of grief across the Valley and shaking the foundations of its most vital lifeline: tourism. For weeks after, hotels sat half-empty, shikaras glided on Dal Lake without passengers, and local guides waited…

Let’s Create a New Spring: Kashmir as India’s Next Big Destination Wedding Paradise

September 11, 2025 Editor

A Blooming Vision: Omar Abdullah’s Pitch to Wedding Planners By: Javid Amin | 10 September 2025 At the Tulip Show 2025 in Srinagar, an event that drew celebrities, influencers, and travelers from across the globe, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah delivered an emotional message to India’s wedding industry: “Let’s create a new spring—one that blossoms not just in gardens, but in hearts, homes, and hospitality.” This wasn’t just poetry. It was an invitation. A promise. A call to wedding planners, luxury travel curators, and couples seeking something unforgettable: to bring weddings…

Adventure Tourism in Kashmir – Omar Abdullah Highlights It as the Heart of Revival Strategy

July 15, 2025 Editor

Adventure Tourism: Key to Kashmir’s Comeback By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 14 July 2025 A Valley Poised for Revival Kashmir has long been India’s crown jewel, a destination whose beauty has captured the imagination of travelers, poets, and filmmakers alike. But its tourism industry has seen sharp ebbs and flows due to political instability, security advisories, and shifting traveler interests. In a bold new vision, former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has called for a shift in how the region redefines its appeal—by embracing adventure tourism in Kashmir as the…

Omar Abdullah Champions Kashmir Tourism Revival at SKICC: Project SPREAD, MICE Tourism, and Infrastructure Expansion Highlighted

June 28, 2025 Editor

Omar Abdullah Unveils Bold Tourism Revival Vision for Kashmir By: Javid Amin | Srinagar In a landmark address at the Jammu & Kashmir Tourism Revival Dialogue held at SKICC Srinagar, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah delivered a rousing call to action, reaffirming his government’s commitment to making Kashmir India’s premier tourist destination. With the serene Dal Lake in the backdrop and SKICC brimming with hoteliers, tour operators, travel influencers, and international delegates, Omar reflected on the emotional turbulence the region has weathered—particularly the tragic Pahalgam attack in April that disrupted tourism…

Kashmir Reopens 16 Tourist Hotspots Post-Pahalgam Attack: A New Dawn for J&K Tourism Revival

June 15, 2025 Editor

Hope Returns to the Valley: 16 Tourist Destinations Reopened After Tragedy In a significant boost to confidence and tourism recovery, the Jammu & Kashmir administration has reopened 16 prime tourist destinations—eight in the Kashmir division and eight in Jammu—effective June 17, 2025. These spots had been closed following the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22, which left 26 people dead, including pilgrims and locals. This decision, following extensive ground-level security assessments, marks a critical turning point in the region’s ongoing efforts to revive its tourism economy and restore…

A Lifeline Reborn: The Katra‑Srinagar Rail Link That’s Redefining Kashmir Travel

June 9, 2025 Editor

Katra–Srinagar Rail Link Inaugurated: Kashmir’s Tourism and Economy Poised for Revival June 9, 2025, Reasi/Srinagar — Prime Minister Narendra Modi ceremonially inaugurated the world’s highest railway arch bridge, the Chenab Bridge, as part of the 272 km Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), officially opening the first-ever direct rail connection between the Kashmir Valley and the rest of India . Simultaneously, the brand-new Vande Bharat Express service between Katra and Srinagar began commercial operations on June 7. Chenab Bridge: India’s Engineering Crown Jewel Constructed with more than 30,000 tonnes of steel, the 1,315 m long Chenab Bridge…

Walking with Faith: Amarnath Yatra 2025 Promises a Safer, Holier Experience

June 6, 2025 Editor

Amarnath Yatra 2025: Sacred Pilgrimage Amid Unprecedented Security Measures The Amarnath Yatra 2025, scheduled from July 3 to August 9, stands as one of the most spiritually significant and logistically complex annual events in India. Pilgrims from across the country undertake the arduous journey to the holy Amarnath Cave Shrine nestled deep within the Himalayas of Jammu and Kashmir. With heightened security measures and improved administrative arrangements in place, this year’s pilgrimage promises to be safer, more accessible, and better organized than ever before. Unprecedented Security Deployment: Ensuring Pilgrim Safety…

Omar Abdullah Leads Charge Against ‘Boycott Kashmir’ Campaign | Kashmir Tourism Revival 2025

May 29, 2025 Editor

Omar Abdullah Leads the Charge Against ‘Boycott Kashmir’ Campaign: A Battle to Save Kashmir’s Tourism Soul In the wake of the tragic Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025, a social media-driven storm began to take shape — the #BoycottKashmir campaign. Frustrated, misinformed, and emotionally charged voices across platforms started advocating a travel boycott of the Kashmir Valley. But one prominent voice stood tall against this tide — that of Omar Abdullah, former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. Abdullah didn’t just condemn the campaign — he called it what…

Kashmir’s Tourism Crisis: A Devastating Blow to the Region’s Economy

May 26, 2025 Editor

The Pahalgam Terror Attack: A Catalyst for Economic Turmoil in Kashmir A Tragedy That Shook the Valley The brutal terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22, 2025, which claimed 26 innocent lives, has triggered not only a humanitarian crisis but also an economic earthquake across Kashmir’s tourism-dependent economy. Once hailed as “Paradise on Earth,” the valley is now grappling with mass cancellations, job losses, and economic instability on an unprecedented scale. Collapse of the Tourism Sector Tourism, which contributes 7 to 8 percent of Jammu & Kashmir’s Gross State Domestic…

‘Kashmir is Calling’: Dal Lake to Pahalgam Road Show Sends a Powerful Message of Peace & Welcome

May 19, 2025May 19, 2025 Editor

“Kashmir is Calling”: Road Show Sparks Tourism Revival & Spreads Peace Message

‘Welcome to Paradise’: Kashmir’s Road Show Brings Hope for Tourism Resurgence Srinagar 18 May 2025: Kashmir witnessed a historic road show as nearly 300 vehicles embarked on a journey from Dal Lake to Pahalgam, carrying banners that read “Welcome to Paradise”. This initiative, led by the tourism community, was a heartfelt response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which left 26 tourists dead and severely impacted the region’s tourism industry. A Rally of Resilience & Unity The attack had sent shockwaves through Kashmir’s tourism sector, leading to mass…