kashmir - SRINAGAR/JAMMU' target='_blank' title='jammu and kashmir-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>jammu and kashmir chief minister omar abdullah on tuesday (June 17) met a delegation of the indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO). During this, he appreciated their efforts in promoting the Union Territory as a major tourist destination. IATO appealed to its members to promote kashmir - SRINAGAR/JAMMU' target='_blank' title='jammu and kashmir-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>jammu and kashmir as a major tourist destination.

kashmir - SRINAGAR/JAMMU' target='_blank' title='jammu and kashmir-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>jammu and kashmir cm omar abdullah told the delegation, "We are very grateful to IATO for coming here and organizing this trip, because trust works from both sides. Your presence gives us confidence that we are on the right track."

cm omar abdullah again mentioned the pahalgam attack

Referring to the recent tragic terrorist incident in pahalgam, the chief minister said, "It would be an understatement to call it unfortunate. It not only affected 26 families directly, but also affected the confidence of many more people. When the atmosphere was looking promising, the slowdown in mid-June says a lot.''

What did omar abdullah say about the strength of the tourism sector?

26 people, mostly tourists, were killed in the terrorist attack in pahalgam on april 22. Referring to the strength of the tourism sector, omar abdullah expressed hope for its revival. He said, "We want tourists to return here again and again. Therefore, your suggestions are necessary to improve the experience, increase infrastructure and expand the possibilities of adventure tourism."

Popularity of rail services also mentioned

In terms of infrastructure and connectivity, the chief minister mentioned the popularity of new rail services to kashmir and promised to raise the issue of capacity constraints with the Railway Ministry. He said, "The demand is increasing and we will consider increasing the length and number of trips of trains."

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Kokila Chokkanathan

18/06/2025 10:36 AM