Tourism key driver of J&K’s economy: CM Omar
Assures time-bound action on industry concernsTourism key driver of J&K’s economy CM Omar Photograph: (X)Srinagar, Jul 07: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday met delegations representing the travel,. . .
Assures time-bound action on industry concernsTourism key driver of J&K’s economy CM Omar Photograph: (X)Srinagar, Jul 07: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday met delegations representing the travel, tourism, and business sectors at the Civil Secretariat and held detailed discussions on issues concerning tourism promotion, business facilitation, and the overall growth of the economy in Jammu and Kashmir. A delegation comprising representatives of leading travel and tourism associations, including Irshad Ahmad (TAAI), Zahoor Qari (President, SKÅL International Kashmir), Burhan Misgar (Chairman, Travel Agents Federation of India, TAFI), and Waseem Goosani (President, TASK), called on the Chief Minister and apprised him of various matters relating to the travel and tourism sector. The delegation highlighted issues concerning the tourism industry, measures to further strengthen tourist inflow, ease of travel, and initiatives required to sustain the momentum of tourism in J&K. They also shared suggestions aimed at improving visitor experience and enhancing Jammu and Kashmir's position as a preferred tourist destination. The Chief Minister gave a patient hearing to the delegation and reiterated his government's commitment to creating an enabling environment for the tourism sector, recognising it as one of the key drivers of economic growth and employment in Jammu and Kashmir. He assured the representatives that the concerns raised by them would be examined sympathetically and addressed in a time-bound manner in coordination with the concerned departments. Later, Tariq Ghani, Secretary General of the Kashmir Chamber of Commerce, also called on the Chief Minister and discussed a range of issues pertaining to business, trade, and tourism. Subscribe to our Newsletter!Be the first to get exclusive offers and the latest news