Srinagar: While improved security situation and the unparalleled beauty of Kashmir are drawing in tourists from across the country and around the globe, local infrastructure, strained by the sheer volume of visitors, is struggling to keep pace.
From the pristine waters of Dal Lake in Srinagar to the snow-capped peaks of Gulmarg in north Kashmir, visitors are flocking in droves, eager to experience the fabled beauty of the valley.
The roads leading to famous hill stations like Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg are lined with a constant stream of vehicles, filled with excited travellers eager to capture the splendor of these majestic locations.
However, local infrastructure, designed for a much smaller populace, has been buckling under the pressure. Hotels and guesthouses, once enough to accommodate a modest flow of visitors, are now fully booked months in advance.
Makeshift lodgings have sprung up overnight, often lacking in basic amenities, leading to disgruntled tourists and tarnished…
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