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Foreign Tourist Arrivals in J&K Rise as Middle East Conflict Wanes
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 10 Jul 2026, 09:46 AM
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Foreign tourist arrivals in Jammu & Kashmir have risen after a slowdown in the Middle East conflict, the Director of Tourism said.
The Director of Tourism for Jammu & Kashmir announced that foreign tourist arrivals have increased following a slowdown in the Middle East conflict.
The rise comes as security concerns in the region have eased, encouraging more international visitors to explore the state's scenic destinations.
Tourism officials say the uptick is a positive sign for the local economy, which has been hit by lower visitor numbers in recent years.
The tourism department is working to promote Jammu & Kashmir's heritage sites, including the Kashmir Valley, Ganderbal, and the historic Mughal gardens.
The rise comes as security concerns in the region have eased, encouraging more international visitors to explore the state's scenic destinations.
Tourism officials say the uptick is a positive sign for the local economy, which has been hit by lower visitor numbers in recent years.
The tourism department is working to promote Jammu & Kashmir's heritage sites, including the Kashmir Valley, Ganderbal, and the historic Mughal gardens.