Kashmir’s Tourism Crisis: Hotels, Cab Drivers & Pony Operators Struggle

Kashmir’s Tourism Crisis: Hotels, Cab Drivers & Pony Operators Struggle

Security & Recovery: How J&K Plans to Revive Tourism After Pahalgam Attack Srinagar 23 May 2025: The Pahalgam terror attack has had devastating consequences for the local economy, with thousands of people losing their livelihoods due to the sharp decline in tourism. The once-bustling resort town now wears a deserted look, as tourists have canceled trips, leaving hotel staff, pony operators, cab drivers, and shopkeepers struggling to make ends meet. Impact on Local Businesses The economic fallout of the attack has been severe, affecting multiple sectors that rely on tourist…

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KCCI Slams Sudden OTM Snub, Calls for High-Level Inquiry

KCCI Slams Sudden OTM Snub, Calls for High-Level Inquiry

KCCI Meeting Addresses Sudden Cancellation of Tourism Participation at OTM Mumbai The Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) convened a critical meeting today, attended by heads and representatives of 20 Hotel, Houseboat, travel, and tour organizations of Kashmir. The gathering aimed to deliberate on the serious situation arising from the Department of Tourism’s abrupt decision to cancel its participation in the Outbound Travel Mart (OTM), scheduled to be held in Mumbai from January 30 to February 1. For over two decades, the Department of Tourism has been an active…

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