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‘More beautiful than Europe’: Kashmir tourism to hit 10-year high

Valley is attracting record tourism after easing of pandemic restrictions and some improvement in the security situation..

The Indian-administered Kashmir region is attracting record numbers of tourists after the easing of pandemic restrictions and some improvement in the security situation, bolstering local businesses.

Tourist arrivals are set to touch a 10-year high this year after more than 340,000 tourists have come since January, local tour operators and government officials said, despite restrictions on foreign tourists and some recent incidents of violence.

Tourism plunged in Kashmir after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government stripped the region of its special status and autonomy in 2019.

Later, the COVID-19 pandemic cut domestic and foreign tourist inflows.

“We are seeing the highest-ever tourist arrivals in Kashmir this year with 0.18 million tourists arriving in March only,” Sarmad Hafeez, Tourism Secretary for Jammu and Kashmir told Reuters news agency, adding April arrivals could surpass March.

Along with horticulture and agriculture, tourism is an important industry for Indian-administered Kashmir, contributing about seven percent to its economy, according to government data.

Touting itself as “Paradise on Earth”, the disputed region is home to Dal Lake, which was a favourite centuries ago for Mughal emperors escaping the summer heat of India’s plains.

The lake’s famous houseboats are major attractions along with the nearby Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, Asia’s largest, and the region’s mountains and glaciers.

Hafeez said an advertising campaign across major Indian cities and the opening of new destinations were attracting more tourists.

Boatman Wali Mohammad Bhat, 54, said he had no work during the pandemic, “But, now I am earning 1,000 to 1,500 rupees ($13-$20) a day and we expect a good tourist season ahead.”

Many hoteliers and houseboat owners said tourists have booked rooms in advance for the next couple of weeks, and the earnings helped them to pay part of their debts.

After a gap of years, hoteliers, taxi drivers and tour operators are doing a brisk business, Ghulam Hassan Bhat, 75, a tour operator in Srinagar said.

“Hotels room tariffs have gone up by over 30 percent from the pre-COVID period, and there is a huge rush for bookings,” he said.

The rush is so strong that tour operators said they are having a hard time finding bookings for their clients as hotels are between 80 percent to 90 percent full and airfares have increased.

“Hotel rooms are not available in good locations,” said Pronab Sarkar, a New Delhi-based tour operator and the past president of the Indian Association of Tour Operators.

Many high-end tourists from wealthier Indian regions such as Gujarat, Delhi and Mumbai were opting for the Kashmir valley instead of destinations in Europe because of pandemic-related uncertainty, operators said.

“We have limited high-end accommodations and commercial transport services here which is a major challenge for us,” said Mohammad Yasin Tuman, Managing Partner Mascot Travels.

But the tourists are not bothered. Navdeep Singh and his wife Gurpreet Kaur came to Kashmir from Australia, saying they were mesmerised by its beauty.

“I have travelled all over Europe but this place is more beautiful. People are warm and friendly,” he said.

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Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) is a Union Territory (UT) of India, located in the country’s northern part, and a global tourist destination. In addition to traditional recreational tourism, a vast scope exists for adventure, pilgrimage, spiritual, and health tourism.

The economy is primarily services based and agri-oriented. At current prices, the GSDP of J&K has been estimated at Rs. 2.31 trillion (US$ 27.95 billion) in 2023-24. The UT’s GSDP increased at a CAGR of 8.84% between 2018-19 and 2023-24.

A vast natural resource base has enabled J&K to develop land for cultivating major fruits. With varied agro-climatic conditions, the scope for horticulture is significantly high in J&K. Food processing and agro-based industries (excluding conventional grinding and extraction units) thrive in the UT. J&K has an ideal climate for floriculture and an enormous assortment of flora and fauna. J&K has Asia’s largest tulip garden.

J&K’s handicrafts are world famous and the traditional handicraft industry has emerged as a large industry. Due to its large employment base and export potential, the industry has been receiving priority attention of the government. The UT is also famous for its small-scale and cottage industries such as carpet weaving, silks, shawls, basketry, pottery, copper and silverware, papier-mâché, and walnut wood. The cottage handicrafts industry provides direct and gainful employment to around 340,000 artisans.

As of April 30, 2023, J&K had a total installed power-generation capacity of 3,516.07 MW, comprising 1,866.08 MW under central utilities, 1,543.17 MW (state utilities) and 106.82 MW (private utilities)

Total exports from J&K stood at US$ 89.77 million in FY 2022-23 (until August 2022).

The following are some of the major initiatives taken by the Government to promote Jammu & Kashmir as an investment destination:

• According to the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), cumulative FDI inflow in J&K was valued at US$07 million between October 2019-March 2023.
• Under the State Budget 2023-24, Rs. 2,928.04 crore (US$ 357.4 million) has been allocated for housing and urban development.
• Raw silk production stood at 98 MT in FY 2021-22 in Jammu & Kashmir
• In FY 2021-22, exports of drug formulations and biologicals from the union territory stood at US$ 48.18 million, which accounted for 24.2% of the total exports.
• Total tourist arrivals to the UT reached 113.16 million in 2021
• In 2021-22, total production of horticulture crops in the UT is expected to be 3,580.82 thousand metric tonnes. In 2021-22, the total production of vegetables and fruits in the state was estimated at 1,338.27 thousand metric tonnes and 2,237.87 thousand metric tonnes, respectively.
• In March 2022, the UAE pledged to invest Rs. 3,000 crore (US$ 391.8 million) in J&K.
• J&K has an industrial policy that offers attractive incentives along with a single-window clearance mechanism. Land is allotted at concessional rates in industrial areas on lease for 90 years.
• National Highway Infrastructure Development Corporation (NHIDCL) is developing five tunnels in the UT at a cost of US$ 3.42 million. The tunnels will have all weather access and will be completed by 2024.
• In FY23, 543 new projects with a total cost of Rs. 2,237 crore (US$ 292.2 million) will be sanctioned with NABARD funding.
• An elevated light metro rail system is expected to be rolled out in 2022-23 and is likely to be completed in 2026. This will reduce the traffic congestion in Srinagar & Jammu.
• In April 2021, the government of Jammu & Kashmir signed 456 memorandum of understanding (MOUs) with various firms for a potential investment worth Rs. 23,152 crore (US$ 3.17 billion).
• In February 2021, Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi inaugurated the second Khelo India Winter Games in Gulmarg with the objective of making Jammu and Kashmir a hub for winter sports.
• In October 2020, construction work has started on the Zozila Tunnel at J&K. The tunnel will provide all-weather connectivity on NH-1 between Srinagar Valley and Leh (Ladakh Plateau) and will bring about an all-round Jammu & Kashmir economic and sociocultural integration (UTs of J&K and Ladakh). It involves building a 14.15-km long tunnel under the Zojila pass on NH-1, linking Srinagar and Leh via Dras & Kargil.

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Along with horticulture and agriculture, tourism is an important industry for Kashmir, contributing about 7 per cent to its economy, according to government data. Besides, Tourist arrivals are set to touch a ten-year high this year after more than 340,000 tourists have come since January, local tour operators and government officials said, despite restrictions on foreign tourists and some recent incidents of violence.

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Kashmir witnesses highest-ever tourist footfall in 7 years

According to the official, 6,327 tourists had visited Kashmir in November 2020 which is way lesser than the current figure of nearly 1,27,000.

A total of 1,27,605 tourists visited Kashmir in November this year which is more than all the figures in the month in the past seven years, according to the Jammu and Kashmir government officials. The officials are planning to organise various festivals for the Winter season in the mountain Union Territory.

Speaking to ANI, Director, Tourism Kashmir, Dr GN Itoo said, "On the direction of the LG, we conducted some of the iconic festivals like houseboat festival, the Sufi festival in which the national level celebrities had participated and also literary festival because of which a buzz was created at the national as well as the international level. So the tourists from all over the world preferred visiting Kashmir. Almost 1,27,000 tourists have visited in November and almost 93,000 tourists have visited in October. It is the first time in the past 7 years, that tourists in such large number have turned up in October and November."

Itoo further said that this is the result of a vigorous campaign including the roadshows in the country to promote tourism in Kashmir along with other measures to attract the tourists after the second wave of COVID-19.

"The department has started a vigorous promotional campaign after the first wave of COVID-19. We have conducted almost 21 roadshows within the country. When the second wave hit the country, we vaccinated all the members of the tour and travel fraternity as a confidence-building measure," he said.

Talking about the future plans of the government for the Winter season after attracting a record number of tourists in the Autumn season, the Director said that they are planning to celebrate International Mountain Day and Christmas in a big way.

"We have planned some initiatives for the winter season. We have International Mountain Day on December 11. It will be celebrated in a big way because mountain tourism is also a big attraction in Kashmir. We have planned snow carnivals during Christmas and New Year. So we expect that more tourists will visit then," he said.

Speaking to ANI, a tourist at the Dal Lake, Neeta, calling Kashmir heaven said that people should visit Kashmir at least once in a lifetime.

"I found it to be more beautiful than what I had heard. It was a surprise for me, I did not know that we are visiting Kashmir. It is an awesome experience and I will explain it to others when I return to Jaipur and suggest them to visit Kashmir at least once. It is indeed a heaven," she said.

Talking about the hospitality of the people of Kashmir, the visitor said that the behaviour of the people was cooperative.

Another tourist, Sunil who visited Kashmir for the second time in the autumn season said, "The weather is really nice, we do not have such weather at our place. We visited here in January as well and witnessed the snowfall, it was really mesmerizing. The people are very cooperative, and the food is delicious as well. I would like to tell people to visit Kashmir at least once in a lifetime."

A first time visitor in Kashmir, Sanchita said, "It is my first visit to Kashmir and it is beautiful. The locals are really helpful and supportive. They are really sweet people. I would recommend people to visit Kashmir, as we have heard that it is a heaven on Earth, it indeed is. I am really excited to see more places here."

Speaking to ANI, Professor of School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, University of Jammu, Parikshit Manhas lauded the efforts of the government in reviving the tourism in Kashmir and suggested involving the professionals in the strategy building for taking the tourism in the Union Territory to newer heights.

"The way that the government made efforts to revive tourism after the second wave of COVID-19, the revenue of Jammu and Kashmir is dependent on tourism. All the problems have not been solved but the efforts have been put in. The figures are the representation of such efforts. If the government involves the professionals in the strategy building, then I think our tourism will reach newer highest," he said.

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Kashmir's tourism sector sees steady increase in tourist footfall despite COVID-19

At the start of the year, a glimmer of hope emerged on the horizon for Kashmir’s tourism sector. The hope soon turned into a bonanza, with the tourist footfall steadily rising as the year progressed

The arrival of spring in 2021 brought an important turnaround in Jammu and Kashmir’s tourism sector. As the devastating first wave of COVID-19 ebbed away, encouraging economies across the globe to open up, the Union Territory, specially Valley, registered a steady rise in tourist footfall.

The fortuitous surge in tourist activities was primarily driven by the changing itineraries of the domestic globetrotters. They were confined to the country due to the restrictions on international travel. However, India recorded its best international tourist footfall numbers in the third quarter on 2021 and international tourist arrivals increased globally by 58 per cent between July-September 2021 compared to the same period of 2020, according to the UN World Tourism Organisation.

At the start of the year, a glimmer of hope emerged on the horizon for Kashmir’s tourism sector. The hope soon turned into a bonanza, with the tourist footfall steadily rising as the year progressed.

Every new month of 2021 broke records in terms of footfall.

By the time the autumn season was at its peak, Srinagar airport had set a new record with 3.5 million arrivals, and the foothills of the Pir Panjal and Zabarwan were hosting national and international golf tournaments with hundreds of top golfers from the country and abroad participating.

The year ended with the peak footfall of nearly 1.5 lakh arrivals in December, the highest monthly figure recorded in many years.

More than six lakh tourists visited Kashmir in a year that was largely lost to the uncertainties of COVID-19, even though the economic situation had improved globally. Of these six lakh tourists, 99 per cent were domestic tourists, many of them from the high-end category, which was also indicated by high air traffic.

“It is the beginning of a new chapter. We are confident that our efforts to promote Kashmir as a tourism destination and the involvement of local stakeholders played a key role in the turnaround,” commissioner secretary, tourism, Sarmad Hafeez, said.

“Apart from local tourists, we witnessed a large flow of high-end tourists in last year. There were people who wanted to go to other tourist destinations to spend their holidays but couldn’t go due to COVID-19 pandemic, and we grabbed the opportunity and attracted them to Kashmir,” Hafeez added.

Kashmir attracted tourists despite two adverse factors; one, the looming threat of the novel coronavirus kept humanity on edge last year, too, due to its ability to churn out new variants. Two, Kashmir being pulled into a vortex of fear and uncertainty due to a spree of targeted killings involving members of minority communities, migrant workers and security forces.

“It is a good sign,” explained a hotelier in Gulmarg, who did not wish to be named. “For a long time, we have been demanding that the political situation should be delinked from the tourism sector. It concerns the livelihood of thousands of people, and now it seems to be happening at the right time.”

But even though Kashmir has started showing on the itinerary of both high-end and budget tourists, the turmoil of the past three decades has stagnated the development of the tourism sector. According to independent estimates, Kashmir cannot accommodate more than 200,000 tourists on a single day.

According to the official details of the Tourism Department Kashmir, the total registered capacity for tourist accommodation in Kashmir is 62,488 beds which include all the hotels of A, B and C category and also the Guest Houses and Houseboats. The ‘A’ category hotels in Srinagar have 8,778-bed capacity, ‘B’ category hotels in Srinagar have 7,036 bed capacity, ‘C’ category hotels in Srinagar have 10,500 bed capacity, Guest Houses have17,114 bed capacity and the registered operational Houseboats have 4,462 bed capacity.

“Srinagar has the highest number of hotels in Kashmir, with estimates putting the number of beds around 48,000,” said Dr Alyas Ahmad, deputy director registration, Tourism Kashmir.

Gulmarg, one of the most preferred and most known tourist destinations in Kashmir, has got just around 800 hotel rooms with a bed capacity of 1,600. Pahalgam, the second most popular in Kashmir, is better placed with 5,000 hotel rooms with 10,000 bed capacity.

While the massive human efforts and an advertising blitzkrieg to attract tourists to Kashmir seem to be bearing fruits, the administration has struggled to focus on the basics. Sonamarg, one of the least explored destinations, can’t accommodate more than 1,500 tourists on a single night. Other tourist destinations such as Yusmarg and Doodhpathri are equally underdeveloped, offering combined accommodation capacity for not more than a few hundred tourists.

However, the government has taken many initiatives to ensure smooth tourism during the winter season. For example: ensuring fewer power cuts at famed destinations. “This winter, we kept Sonmarg and Pahalgam tourist destinations open which would traditionally remain closed during winters,” said Hafeez.

He added that the government ensured uninterrupted power supply. “It is after decades that Pahalgam is currently witnessing 50 per cent occupancy during peak winter. The tourists would usually prefer Gulmarg in winter, but the places like Pahalgam and Sonmarg are no less beautiful in the winter season,” he added.

The private stakeholders associated with tourism have appreciated the efforts taken by the administration and the tourism department. “Despite the third wave of the COVID-19  hampering the tourism sector across the world, we have got good business,” said Farooq Kathoo, president, Travel Agents Association of Kashmir (TAAK).

He further said that the hotels in Kashmir currently have an occupancy of over 90 per cent despite the Omicron wave. The hotels are booked till the end of February 2022.

“We are getting bookings for summer also, and the bookings will increase because of the receding cases of COVID-19,” said Farooq.

He also said that Kashmir witnessed a significant number of high-end tourists since the pandemic started as most tourist destinations across the world were restricted.

“All our the rooms are completely sold out till the end of the March 2022,” said Idrees Maqbool of The Khyber Resorts, Gulmarg.

The inclement weather also tested the resilience of the tourism industry on many levels. Due to snow accumulation and dangerous road conditions, the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway remained out of bounds for several days while the operations at Srinagar international airport were hit badly due to the lack of facilities for making the runway safe for take-off and landing of flights.

For a long time the issue of sky-rocketing airfares had adverse impact on the tourism sector in Kashmir. Whenever tourist footfall began picking up, airfares would shoot through the roof, thus discouraging tourists from coming to the Valley.

At times, the cost of flying to Dubai from Delhi would be less than the cost of coming to Kashmir. But the government has also succeeded in keeping a check on prices.

“The uncontrolled airfares was a big issue which would hamper the tourism flow to Kashmir,” said Sarmad Hafeez. “The government took cognizance of it and kept it under control.”

With the industry expanding gradually into the areas of adventure, religion and cultural tourism, shining a light on the rich heritage and natural beauty of Kashmir, the administration needs to do more.

In his three-day visit to Dubai, Lieutenant-Governor Manoj Sinha unveiled plans to allow foreign companies to invest in Kashmir’s promising real estate sector. The people in Kashmir are hopeful that private investment in Kashmir will open new opportunities for employment and a better economy for people.

“The unemployment rate in Kashmir is increasing every day, and the government is not able to absorb all the aspirants in the public sector,” said Faisal Wani, a postgraduate student.

“Private invesment is a better option, and we are hopeful that the initiatives by the government to invite private investors would be a success soon,” Wani added.

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Kashmir: Valley saw 2.5 lakh tourists in first two months of 2023

SRINAGAR: With a record over 2.5 lakh tourists visiting Kashmir in the first two months of this year, the Director of Tourism Kashmir is hopeful that Kashmir will witness a record bumper tourism season this year as they are expecting two to three times more tourist inflow to the Valley this year as compared to the last year.

Director of Tourism Kashmir Faz Lul Haseeb said that the overall tourism scene in Kashmir is good and a record over 2.5 lakh tourists visited the Valley in the first two months. He said the ski-tourist resort of Gulmarg in north Kashmir was packed while hotels in south Kashmir’s Pahalgam resort, which used to be empty during winter, witnessed 70-80 per cent occupancy in the winter.

Haseeb said that all the tourism stakeholders in the Valley are upbeat about the tourist inflow and it is expected that tourist footfall will pick up with the onset of spring. He said if all goes well, the tourist footfall will be better than the last year. “Our effort is going in this direction and we are expecting a bumper tourist season this year. In fact, we are expecting two to three times more tourist inflow to the Valley this year as compared to last year,” he added. An all-time high of over 2.7 million tourists including 3.6 lakh Amarnath yatris visited Kashmir last year.

With the onset of spring, the tourism department plans to hold spring festivals at the tourist resort of Yousmarg in central Kashmir, Badamwaer in Srinagar, and many other places in the Valley. Asia’s largest Tulip garden in Srinagar spread over 30 hectares of land will be thrown open to the public by the end of this month. The flower carpet of 15 lakh tulips of different varieties of colours and fragrances unique to Kashmir will be attracting tourists. 

Director Tourism said they have already identified 75 offbeat tourist destinations in the Valley and each of these offbeat destinations is open.  “We are trying to ensure basic infrastructure through homestays and tented colonies at these places until hotels are constructed there.”

“We offer some of the best locations and best activities that tourists can indulge in. We want to keep tourists engaged at recreational sites. We are starting a weekly rock climbing event and it has been an instant hit. We will also be starting white water rafting and paragliding to add more attraction to the travellers visiting Valley,” he said. According to Haseeb, Kashmir has a lot of potential, and offers a lot to tourists, including rock climbing, hiking, camping, angling, trekking, exploration and skiing (in winter). “It has everything and it is a beautiful and picturesque place,” he added.

Asked whether foreign tourists are visiting Kashmir, he said, “Yes, of course. There were a significant number of arrivals of foreign tourists this year and last year too. We hope it will pick up further.” The tourism department is planning to tap the South East Asian and European markets by holding tourism roadshows there to sell Kashmir as a “safe and secure tourism destination.” The Bollywood filmmakers, Haseeb said, are also returning to Kashmir.

Blooming Season

• Over 2.5 lakh tourists visited the Valley between January and February this year
• Hotels in south Kashmir’s Pahalgam and Gulmarg’s ski resorts were 70-80 per cent full during the winter
• More than 2.7 million tourists, including 3.6 lakh Amarnath yatris had visited Kashmir last year
• In the Valley, 75 offbeat tourist destinations have already been identified by the tourism department
• Several Bollywood filmmakers are returning to Kashmir
• The largest Tulip garden in Asia will be opened this later month in Srinagar  

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'Kashmir is heaven and we felt that way': J&K saw record tourist arrivals in 2023

By ETV Bharat English Team

Published : Dec 23, 2023, 8:44 PM IST

Updated : Dec 23, 2023, 9:03 PM IST

J&K has registered a record over 2 crore tourist arrivals this year with officials crediting the G20 events held in the valley.

Srinagar: The year 2023 proved to be a particularly good year for the tourism industry in Jammu and Kashmir with a record arrival of over 2 crore tourists.

"So, 2023 has been one of the most phenomenal years in terms of tourism in Jammu and Kashmir. By the 7th of December this year, we already crossed the figure of 2 crore (tourist arrivals). Last year, we reached 1.88 crore. This year, we have breached that figure and I am expecting by 31st December, that figure will be crossed in a big way," Secretary Tourism Syed Abid said.

According to the J&K tourism department, the Union Territory witnessed a surge in foreign tourist arrivals in 2023. A large part of those arrivals was due to several G20 events being hosted across the erstwhile state, including in Srinagar.

"In terms of foreign tourist arrivals, this is a very positive trend after many decades. It has provided a massive fillip to the local economy. Now you know that tourism contributes somewhere around 7.3 percent of our GSDP, in the economy of Jammu and Kashmir. And close to around 2.2 million jobs directly and indirectly," Abid said.

According to the Tourism Department, the promotion of rural, remote, and relatively lesser-known tourist destinations also contributed to the tourist boom in 2023. "One of the most important factors that the government has done is that border tourism is being promoted in a big way. So, we have a long LoC and you are aware that a lot of people are now venturing into these areas with the active support of the army and the tourism department. And one of the core focus areas has also been to provide tourists with a pleasurable experience. We have a lot of pilgrim tourism this year. We have a lot of experience in rural tourism," he said.

Officials in the Tourism Department state that the government promoted as many as 75 offbeat destinations in the Union Territory, to mark 75 years of India's independence. "Some of these include, Bhaderwah, Doodhpathri, Yousmarg, Verinag, Lolab, Bangus, Basholi and other destinations across J&K, including Poonch, Rajouri, Doda, Kishtwar, Bhaderwah and so on," they said

Another reason for the visitor boom has been the warm hospitality tourists experience in Kashmir. Almost universally, visitors to the Union Territory express the feeling of having enjoyed a unique and unforgettable experience during their visits. "It's truly heaven. I have been to Switzerland. To be frank, it is comparable and you can truly say Kashmir is like Switzerland for India, definitely," said Asif Mehdi, a tourist from Mumbai.

Sneha, another tourist from Mumbai said she loved being in Kashmir. "It is said that Kashmir is the heaven of India and we are in heaven. We felt that way. ," she said. Asked what places she visited, Sneha said: "Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Srinagar and Sonamarg. I enjoyed all the places but the best of all was Sonamarg.”

In addition to horticulture, the tourism industry forms the backbone of Jammu and Kashmir's economy according to industry experts. Farooq Kuthoo, a Travel Agent & Executive Committee Member, Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) said G20 sent a positive message across the globe.

"This year we've had a record number of tourists visiting the Valley, both within the country as well as abroad. We've had a good footfall of foreign tourists also. After the G20 summit, a strong and positive message was sent across the globe." Stakeholders express optimism about 2024 being another record-breaking year for the tourism sector in Jammu and Kashmir. (With PTI inputs)

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Kashmir Travel Guide- A Year-round Destination Guide

Have you ever dreamt of going to a place where every passing season brings a new aspect of beauty? Think of a place where tulips bloom during spring, meadows turn green in summer, autumn adorns the landscape with gold and red colours, and winter results in a snow-covered wonderland. The place that does not need any introduction no matter if you are an Indian or a foreigner. This is Kashmir, commonly described as the world’s most beautiful place or “Paradise of the Earth” or “Heaven of the Earth”. Located at the extreme north of India, Kashmir is famed for its breath-taking scenery, vibrant culture, and welcoming people.

According to the Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department, over 21 million people visited the region in 2023, which is the record highest. But what makes Kashmir so special in every season? Let’s look at this magical land season by season and see what makes it so timeless and beautiful with this Kashmir Travel Guide .  

The Spring (March to May)

Springtime in Kashmir is a concert of shades and odors. The moment snow starts to melt; the valley becomes vibrant with blooming flowers and lush pastures. It is the most favorable period characterized by mild temperatures of 15°C to 20°C for both sight-seeing and undertaking outdoor activities.

Top Places in Kashmir to Visit in Spring

Srinagar blooms with flowers during spring, attracting tourists from all over the world in its famous Indira Gandhi Memorial tulip gardens, named after India’s first female prime minister. Our country prides itself for having the largest number of tulips (in millions) in all of Asia. In case you do not know till now, let me tell you that there are other gardens as well that you can explore such as Mughal Garden, Shalimar Bagh and Nishant Bagh, which are filled with different types of flowers and beautiful landscape.

One of the hidden things about Yusmarg is the presence of very large open grassy areas and thick forests that come together. It gives you a peaceful place to go away from the busy and crowded places that many tourists visit, where you can take short walks and can also have picnics. Another place is the Doodh Ganga River, with pine trees all along both of its sides, you can enjoy the sound of the flowing water as well as great natural scenery.

This is a historical garden which was built by the Mughal Empress Nur Jahan, Achabal is known for its well-maintained gardens and beautiful fountains and is famous by the name “the places of the princess”. It is located 8 km from Anantnag and 56 km from Srinagar. While giving a visual treat to your eyes, you can spend some time at the tourist bungalows and tourist huts nearby.

How to Reach Kashmir

Kashmir word looks like a remote destination as settled in crown of Indian map, but you will know about distance and location of this famous hill station from Delhi and metro cities as Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Chandigarh.

Kashmir is surrounded by mountains and valleys that makes its journey quite tough. In summers from May to June, Kashmir is visiting great footfall of tourists in comparison to Manali and Shimla. Unfiltered beauty of Kashmir makes it great destination to visit year around. To reach Kashmir from Delhi, you can book tempo traveller on rent in Delhi to Srinagar and then head to famous places as Gulmarg, Yusmarg, Patnitop, Pahalgam and many more.

Activities in Kashmir During Spring

Shikara Rides on Dal Lake: Must experience the calmness of Dal Lake with a Shikara ride. The ride of houseboats and along with the visuals of floating gardens will cost you around 790 per Shikara ride for one hour and Rs. 440 for every extra hour.

Tulip Festival: You can participate in the annual Tulip Festival in Srinagar, which is celebrated every year during the blooming season. The locals celebrate this blooming season with cultural programs, showcasing handicrafts, and enjoying local cuisine.

You will explore famous activities and things to do in Kashmir with this Kashmir travel guide.

The Summer (June to August)

Kashmir during the summer is a lovely retreat away from the unrelenting plains heat, during these months you can expect a comfortable range of temperatures between 15°C and 30°C, with the clear blue skies and flourishing vegetation, making it a perfect time for outdoor activities.

Top Places in Kashmir to Visit in Summer

Doodhpathri:

Doodhpathri is called the ‘Valley of Milk.’ It is a beautiful hill station with huge grassy areas and very clear small rivers. The thick green grass and the cool wind make it a perfect place to go to in the summer. The name “Doodhpathri” gets its name from the white color of its water. There is a common belief among people that its water has some medical properties or healing powers.

Leh-Ladakh:

Even though Leh-Ladakh is not exactly in Kashmir. But, it is usually part of Kashmir tours. It is a popular summer adventure spot known for its unique landscape, Buddhist monasteries, and the famous Pangong Lake. The stunning beauty of Leh-Ladakh, with its high-altitude deserts and beautiful mountains, draws adventure lovers from around the globe.

Read Also: Winter Holiday in Uttarakhand

Aru Valley:

Aru Valley is a beautiful place with pretty fields and peaceful surroundings. It is not very crowded and is good for activities like hiking, camping, and enjoying Kashmir’s natural beauty. It is located 12 kilometers away from Pahalgam and also the starting point of the popular Kolahoi Glacier trek.

Activities in Kashmir During Summer

Trekking and Camping: If you love trekking, you can trek on routes like the Great Lakes Trek and the Kolahoi Glacier Trek as well as camping under the starry sky in these beautiful places will be a memorable experience for you.

River Rafting in Lidder River: If you are not hydrophobic and love to do adventure, you should try river rafting in the Lidder River. The river has clear water and exciting rapids, this makes it a perfect thrilling sport.

The Autumn (September to November)

Autumn in Kashmir is like a colourful melody. With the setting in of autumn, the leaves of the Chinar tree in the whole valley take up a fiery red with the view appearing like it is painted in shades of gold, amber and crimson. The crunchy sound of fallen leaves, with the cool air whistling through them, makes it feel even more poetic.

Top Places in Kashmir to Visit in Autumn

Dachigam National Park: Located 22 Km from Srinagar, this park is the home for endangered Hangul deer/Kashmiri Stag. Autumn is a good time if you love wildlife, you can visit and see the different varieties of plants, birds and animals in the park like leopards, musk deer, and Himalayan black bears. This park is open throughout the year and it will cost you only Rs.25/person.

Gurez Valley: Gurez Valley in Kashmir is famous for its beautiful scenery. It is surrounded by snow-covered mountains, pretty meadows, and flowing rivers. Do not forget to trek Harmukh Mountain, it is the highest peak in Gurez Valley at an altitude of 16,870 which makes this place even more picturesque.

Activities in Kashmir During Autumn

Walking Tours: Wander slowly through the avenues full of Chinar trees as well as through Mughal Gardens to get soaked in the autumnal beauty.

Wildlife Safaris: Visit to Dachigam National Park where you can see the Migratory birds, wild animals, endangered species, varieties of trees, plants and flowers and showcasing photography skills during the safari ride.

The Winter (December to February)

This is the perfect time to experience the real beauty of Kashmir, Kashmir during winter is fully covered with a blanket of white snow that makes it a natural wonderland. Along with it the frozen lakes and clear blue sky makes it the perfect destination for some adventurous activities like Skiing and Ice Skating. The temperature here drops to -10°C in the winter time.

Gulmarg: Gulmarg is the best winter destination for the tourists known for its exceptional ski resorts. The ski slopes in this place are considered to be some of the best in Asia. That is the reason it attracts skiers and snowboarders from various parts of the world. If you also want to experience the fantastic slopes, you can access one of the highest cable cars in the world known as The Gulmarg Gondola.

Patnitop: Located in the district of Udhampur, it is known as the winter sports playground, Patnitop and Srinagar tour is famous for hill station tour. The Shivalik range in Patnitop provides a panoramic view point as well as various other places to explore like Shiva Garh, Sanasar Lake, and Gauri kund .

Sinthan Top: The Sinthan Top is a high-altitude pass that connects Kashmir with Kishtwar, but it’s less crowded during winter months because of difficult road and weather conditions but it would be all worth it once you reach there. This region is an ideal place for snow trekking and admiring nature’s beauty during the cold months of the year.

Activities in Kashmir During Winter

Skiing and Snowboarding: Gulmarg has really good places for skiing and snowboarding. The Gulmarg Gondola is one of the highest cable cars globally and gives access to great slopes.

Snow Trekking: You can go snow trekking in Patnitop or Sinthan Top. The fresh, untouched snow and the quiet beauty of the winter scenery make it a special experience.

Why Kashmir Tourism is Rising

The abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019 marked a turning point for Kashmir. Especially for the tourism sector. The region witnessed the record breaking number of tourists last year with a count of 21 million that is a 20% rise from the previous year. This number does not only include the local tourists from India but also the international tourist has broken all the previous year records.

This growth can be attributed to various factors such as the government has enhanced the infrastructure including better road connectivity and upgraded airports. Enhanced security measures with heightened surveillance and additional security forces have also boosted the confidence of visitors and ensured a safer environment for them. Even India conducted its 3rd G20 summit in Kashmir to promote tourism both domestically and internationally. Jammu Tourism has always seen a surge with Vaishno Devi Yatra , but Kashmir remains little down due to some socio-political situations. So have a look at this comprehensive Kashmir Travel guide to explore the place in a better way.

Conclusion of Kashmir Travel Guide

Kashmir is not just a destination; it’s an experience. The place that changes with every weather change. It offers something different in every season from bright flowers in spring time to white snow covering everything during winter time. The improved infrastructure and recent political changes have made it easier for one to visit this paradise on earth than ever before. So, just pack your bags and get ready to explore the tranquil beauty or indulge in some adventure sports after reading this wonderful Kashmir travel guide . The snow city is waiting for you with its wide open arms and myriads of experience.

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•   Tue, May 28 2024 02:31:39 PM

Mumbai, May 28 (IANS):  Piyush Mishra, who essays the role of Janardhan Jaitley in the courtroom drama 'Illegal 3', has revealed insights into his character arc in the new season, saying the graph is similar to my life, always 'zig-zag'.

Speaking about the journey of his character Janardhan, Piyush shared: "There are no dull moments in this season. 'Illegal 3 ke scripting ne show ko nyay diya hai' (The scripting of 'Illegal 3' has done justice to the show). Obviously, the incidents are inspired by real events."

"In the previous seasons, my character was manipulative and shrewd. This season will show a more relatable arc of my character. 'Janardhan Jaitley patthar dil nahi hai, woh akele kone mai rota hai' (Janardhan Jaitley is not stone-hearted, he cries alone in the corner), this is what we will know in this season. I feel that gave more depth to the character, and I thoroughly enjoyed playing it," shared Piyush, who is known for his work in movies like 'Happy Bhag Jayegi', 'Gangs of Wasseypur', and 'Lahore', among many others.

Piyush added that he is extremely satisfied with his role and that the growth is extraordinary.

"I did well in the first season, but poorly in the second, and I was not satisfied. It's similar to my life's graph, which is always zig-zag," concluded Piyush.

Meanwhile, ‘Illegal’ season 3 also stars Neha Sharma, Akshay Oberoi, Ira Dubey, and Satyadeep Mishra. It will be streaming from May 29 on JioCinema Premium.

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Jammu, May 19 (PTI) PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday said the twin terror attacks in Kashmir reflects the failure of the government, claiming that it could be "deliberate" to frighten people ahead of the polling for the Lok Sabha polls.

Terrorists struck at two places in south Kashmir on Saturday night, killing Aijaz Sheikh, a former sarpanch affiliated with BJP, in Shopian and injuring a tourist couple from Rajasthan in Anantnag.

While north Kashmir’s Baramulla constituency will vote on May 20 in the fifth phase of the ongoing general elections, south Kashmir’s Anantnag-Rajouri seat will go to polls in the sixth phase on May 25.

Mufti is among 20 candidates in the fray from Anantnag while 22 candidates including National Conference vice president Omar Abdullah will contest from Baramulla.

“The government should answer about the two incidents as it is beating the drums, claiming that the situation in J and K has improved and militancy is over. The attacks took place immediately after the two-day visit of the Home Minister (Amit Shah),” Mufti told reporters on the sidelines of a function here.

She reached out to Kashmiri migrant pandits in Jammu as part of her campaigning to garner support from them.

“While a sarpanch was killed in Shopian, another attack took place on tourists...We want to meet the victims in the hospital but we do not know where they have been shifted.

"The attacks reflect the negligence and the failure of the government and there is a possibility that the shortcoming was deliberate to frighten the people so that they do not vote in large numbers in the next two phases,” the former chief minister said.

She said investigation should happen in the incidents.

“The incidents are not only the failure of the government but also suit them (BJP) even if the violence graph goes up due to their negligence.

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Mufti said the BJP leaders are talking “nonsense in their election campaigns” and should not be taken seriously.

“They are talking about mangalsutra, division of assets of Hindus to benefit minorities, taking back Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK)...which of their announcements will you take seriously. They are talking nonsense during election time and need not be taken seriously,” she said.

The PDP chief appealed to Kashmiri pandits to vote for her party in large numbers to ensure her win from Anantnag constituency.

“I know your problems and issues, and will try my best to address them. I am your neighbour and you should make me successful,” she said.

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NEET Deleted Syllabus 2025 - NEET Reduced Syllabus Subject-wise

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The NEET exam is the single largest medical entrance exam for students aspiring to pursue medical and dental courses in India. Every year, the NEET syllabus changes. One of the significant changes in recent years has been the deletion of certain topics from the NEET syllabus 2025. The NEET deleted syllabus 2025 has been revised with the removal, additions and modifications of specific chapters and topics from Physics, Chemistry and Biology.

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The NEET reduced syllabus is released by the NMC and aims to offer candidates a comprehensive overview of the subjects and topics included in the medical entrance exam. The deleted syllabus of NEET 2025 is reduced with a focus on Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The chapter-wise weightage in NEET 2025 highlights crucial topics to help students understand the importance of each chapter about the marks they can potentially score. To learn more about the NEET 2025 exam deleted syllabus and other details, read the full article.

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Neet reduced syllabus 2025.

NMC releases the NEET reduced syllabus for Physics, Chemistry and Biology subjects. Candidates wishing to appear for the medical entrance examination can check deleted topics for NEET 2025 from the table below.

NEET Physics reduced syllabus : Deleted and added topics list

The authority has deleted and added several topics from the NEET Physics syllabus . Check the tables below to learn about the topics which have been reduced and added to the NEET Physics syllabus 2025.

NEET deleted syllabus 2025 for physics

Physics syllabus neet 2025 added topics, neet reduced syllabus for chemistry subject.

Certain topics have been removed and added to the NEET Chemistry syllabus . Refer to the tables below to understand the specific topics that have been reduced and included in the updated NEET syllabus 2025 for Chemistry.

NEET deleted syllabus 2025 for chemistry

Neet chemistry syllabus 2025: added topics, neet biology deleted syllabus 2025.

The NEET biology syllabus 2025 has changed, with the removal of specific topics and the addition of new ones. To get detailed information about the reduced and added topics, consult the tables below.

NEET deleted syllabus 2025 for biology removed topics

Neet biology syllabus 2025 added topics, reason for the reduced syllabus of neet 2025 by nta.

The NEET syllabus is revised from time to time to ensure that it remains aligned with the curriculum followed by the majority of boards across the country. The NEET deleted syllabus is often done to streamline the exam content and focus on the core concepts that are more relevant in the medical and dental field.

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Questions related to NEET

No, you cannot get direct admission to a program in Anesthesiology without qualifying in the NEET exam in India. To pursue an MD in Anesthesiology, which is the postgraduate qualification required for practicing as an Anesthesiologist, you must qualify in the NEET PG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate) exam. NEET PG is the mandatory entrance exam for admission to MD/MS programs in medical colleges across India. There is no provision for direct admission to MD Anesthesiology programs without appearing for NEET PG. All admissions happen through a centralized counseling process based on NEET PG scores. https://medicine.careers360.com/neet-pg-college-predictor?utm_source=qna&utm_medium=neet_pg_cp I hope it helps!

Hello aspirant

You should not worry as your father's name is correct. It's OK if In your class xii certificate it is written Late before your father's name .

In neet ug form all the names ( your name, father's name, mother's name) should be correct with right spellings . The names should be same as in aadhar card. Date of birth should be correct. Your photo must match with your photo in aadhar card so that you can be recognized easily,  for that always use recent photo copy of yourself.

You will be called for counseling and there will not be any issue .

All the best.

With 480 marks you have hogh chances of getting a medical seat through state quota but through All India quota, we can't predict regarding getting which seat and which course being obc category person.

This is because your admission depends upon neet cut off 2024. Cut off changes every year. Cut iff depends upon various factors such as students appeared, seat intake, previous year's cut off and difficulty level of exam etc.

Neet qualifying marks for obc category are 40 percentile .

Now looking at previous year's trends for obc category , with 480 marks you may get a prestigious college , it may be for mbbs or bds .

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If you have an SC certificate issued by the competent authority in Delhi  where you have resided since birth, then your SC quota will be valid for Delhi. This is because Delhi considers residence a crucial factor for claiming reservation benefits. There might be some ambiguity in this case. Ideally, for claiming a reservation benefit in a state, your SC certificate should be issued by that specific state's authority. I hope it helps!

For pursuing BPT , you need to appear for Neet.

Neet is National eligibility cum entrance test. It is thf b9ggest entrsncd test of India.

Neet is mandatory for various medical courses including mbbs, bpt, bds, bhms, bams, Ayush and even veterinary science.

Eligibility for appearing Neet

The candidate must be an Indian

The candidate must have completed 17 years of age. There is no upper age limit.

The student must havd passed class xii with 50% marks in physics, chemistry and biology .

To get more information. You must visit the link given below

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a(i), b(ii) , c(iii)

a(ii), b(i), c(iii)

a(i), b(iii), c(ii)

a(iii), b(ii), c(i)

the product 'P' will be ,

I – A , II – B, III – C, IV – D

 I – B , II – C , III – A , IV – D

 I – C , II – D , III – A , IV – B

 I – D , II – A , III – B , IV – C 

Match the correct option as per the process shown in the diagram. 

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(1) A substance  known as "Smack"

(2) Diacetylmorphine

(3) Possessing a white color

(4) Devoid of any odor

(5) Crystal compound with a bitter taste

(6) Obtained by extracting from the latex of the poppy plant

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