The UT of J&K offers beautiful verdant mountains and valleys, religious shrines and remote mountains – a paradise on earth.
The tourism sector is not just a leading source of employment, particularly for women and youth but it also provides opportunities for cohesion and socio-economic inclusion across the regions.
In this regard, J&K MyGov is inviting ideas and suggestions on how to boost tourism in the Union Territory of J&K which will not only encourage tourist inflow but will also support local communities. This would leave a long lasting contribution to strengthen the economy and give new opportunities to the people living here.
Last date of submission is 31st July, 2022.
Abhishek kumar yadav 2 years 6 months ago
Use an aggressive marketing strategy to promote brand of Jammu and Kashmir tourism, like Switzerland with the traditional element of Kashmiri people occupation.
Shashi bhushan singh chauhan 2 years 6 months ago
Please start bus service from whole india to nJ&K with minimum package to boost tourism and religious Darshan .
SUMAN KAMATH 2 years 6 months ago
J&K is Every tourist dreams of visiting Kashmir once in life. Govt n Kashmir people should make it convenient and safe for tourists to visit their land. Try to convince the hardliners to resort to peace n harmony and create a congenial atmosphere in Kashmir to allow tourist to come without fear. This will create job opportunities for the locals to better their income and progress their standard of living. Encourage local artisans n crafts. Educate children n keep their mind occupied
M S KUMARSWAMY 2 years 6 months ago
Jammu & Kashmir is a newly created Union Territory in India consisting of two divisions: Jammu Division & Kashmir Division, both of which are administered by the Central Government of India. It is located to the north of Himachal Pradesh & Punjab and to the west of Ladakh.
M S KUMARSWAMY 2 years 6 months ago
Jammu is known as the City of Temples & offers plentiful sightseeing opportunities with its gardens, palaces, forts & religious attractions, the most famous of which is Mata Vaishno Devi in Katra. Kashmir Valley is famous for its meadows, lakes, high altitude passes, hill stations, Mughal Gardens, Dal Lake, Shikara Ride & ancient religious sites.
M S KUMARSWAMY 2 years 6 months ago
The majestic valleys of Kashmir offer adventure opportunities like trekking and skiing. The serene destination is also famous for experiential travels in the form of either a stay at a houseboat or Shikara ride on Dal and Nigeen Lake. Nothing can beat the beauty of Jammu & Kashmir, and to believe it, one has to see it!
M S KUMARSWAMY 2 years 6 months ago
Kashmir is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations of the world. It used to attract enormous number of domestic and international tourists before 1989. The period between 1989 and 1998 is a lean period from the tourists point of view.
M S KUMARSWAMY 2 years 6 months ago
Ameni ties to tourists have been considerably extended now. A net work of well equipped dak bungalows and tourist huts has been laid out throughout the Valley. A Tourist Reception Centre has been set up for looking after the over all needs of the tourists.
M S KUMARSWAMY 2 years 6 months ago
The Jammu and Kashmir Government has opened the office of the Director of Tourism which gives visitors all types of information regarding their comfort and safety, board and lodging, journey and transport.
M S KUMARSWAMY 2 years 6 months ago
The tourist trade is an important factor in the economy of Jammu and Kashmir: As many as four lakh tourists pay a visit to the valley every year. The tourist season commences in April-May and continues up to October. Some Europeans come in winter to enjoy the beauty of snowfall and such winter sports like skating and skiing at Gulmarg which is the queen of hill stations in Asia.