J&K Shuts Down 48 Resorts, Tourist Sites After Pahalgam Terror Attack
Following a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives, the Jammu and Kashmir government has taken the drastic step of closing 48 resorts and several iconic tourist destinations to ensure public safety. This move, driven by heightened security concerns, is set to impact the region’s tourism-driven economy.
By our correspondent, New Delhi:
Security Measures Intensified
In response to intelligence inputs warning of potential terror threats, the Jammu and Kashmir administration, acting on advice from security agencies, has temporarily shut down 48 out of 87 tourist sites, including popular destinations like Dudhpathri and Verinag. The decision comes in the wake of a devastating attack in Pahalgam, which has raised fears of further violence orchestrated by sleeper cells linked to The Resistance Front (TRF).
Targeted Threats and Preventive Action
Sources indicate that the TRF, seeking retaliation for counter-terror operations, is planning targeted assassinations and large-scale attacks. To counter this, security has been bolstered across sensitive tourist hubs like Gulmarg, Sonamarg, and Dal Lake, with specialized police units and anti-fidayeen squads deployed. Such measures are routine in the Valley following terror incidents to prevent further escalation.
Economic and Social Fallout
The closures are likely to deal a severe blow to Kashmir’s tourism sector, a cornerstone of its economy. Aspiring entrepreneurs, hoteliers, and local traders, including those in the fruit trade, may lose confidence, stalling recent economic progress. The livelihoods of many residents, who depend heavily on tourism, are at risk, potentially destabilizing the region’s fragile economic recovery.
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