Big dip in visitors, 30% occupancy in hotels: Kashmir tourism ‘limping back’ but long way still to go, say stakeholders
Indian Express·4h ago·Cautious Hope
What Happened
Kashmir's tourism sector is gradually recovering one year after an April 2025 terror attack killed 26 people in Pahalgam. The Tulip Garden saw visitor numbers drop 54% to 3.90 lakh this year. Hotels report only 30-35% occupancy despite the season starting. Industry stakeholders say tourism remains far below 2022-2025 boom levels.
Key Entities
KashmirPahalgamSrinagar Tulip GardenApril 2025 terror attackKHAROF (Kashmir Hotels and Restaurant Owners Federation)Abdul Wahid Maliktourismhotel occupancy