Kashmir Rings In New Year With Tourism Revival
Srinagar- The dawn of the New Year in Kashmir was met with joyous celebrations at various picturesque tourist spots throughout the Valley. A surge of tourists and local residents flocked to welcome the beginning of 2026 amidst stringent security measures.
Popular tourist havens like Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonamarg were bustling with activity as visitors reveled in the recent snowfall and pleasant weather conditions. Tourists from different corners of the country arrived in droves, resulting in full occupancy at most hotels and guest houses in these areas.
The festivities extended to Srinagar city, where crowds gathered near the iconic Clock Tower area at Lal Chowk to mark the arrival of the New Year.
Visitors expressed delight with their overall experience, with one guest from Haryana mentioning their three-day stay in the Valley for New Year celebrations and praising the blessing of snowfall. Another tourist described the celebrations as peaceful and memorable, exceeding their expectations.
Security arrangements were meticulously put in place across tourist hubs and vital locations in the Valley. Security forces conducted thorough checks and surveillance, setting up additional checkpoints at key points.
Authorities ensured heightened patrolling, area control exercises, and surprise inspections along major thoroughfares and crowded areas to guarantee a peaceful celebration and thwart any potential untoward incidents.
