Escape To Serenity: Kashmir’s Tourism Booms Amid Heat Wave In India

Amidst the scorching temperatures engulfing Jammu and Kashmir, the tourism sector is witnessing a surge, with houseboats in the Dal Lake and surrounding areas bustling with activity. Tourists from various parts of the valley can be seen relishing the picturesque beauty around Dal Lake and its adjacent areas on a daily basis, signaling a significant increase in tourist footfall. Wali Mohammad, President of the Shikara Association, told Kashmir Horizon his optimism about the uptick in tourist arrivals in the Valley, anticipating further growth in the days ahead. “The influx is set to rise as people from outside are preoccupied with elections and are expected to visit soon,” he remarked. Pakhtoon emphasized the current peak season for tourism, coinciding with vacations in other states, attracting visitors to Kashmir during this period, particularly from May onwards. “Our houseboats are experiencing a notable influx of tourists, and we expect this trend to persist,” he said….