Early Snowfall Sparks Hope For Busy Winter Tourism Season In Kashmir

Kashmir's tourism industry is seeing renewed optimism as early snowfall in October has boosted hopes of a strong winter season, following a subdued summer impacted by the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.

- Observer News Service

The incident, which left 26 civilians dead, had led to widespread cancellations and a slump in tourist arrivals.

Tourism stakeholders expressed hope that the snowfall would attract visitors back to the Valley.

Wali Mohammad, President of the Shikara Association, said, "The change in weather has renewed our hopes. The tourist footfall hasn't increased yet, but snowfall in the upper reaches will definitely encourage visitors to return. We are hopeful about our industry getting a boost in coming days."

Manzoor Pakhtoon, President of the Houseboat Association, added, "As the news of snowfall spreads, tourists will start planning their trips. It will take around a month to see how the season shapes up."

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