Tourism Sector Of J&K Witnessing Exponential Growth: LG

SRINAGAR: The Union Territory Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha said on Monday that the tourism sector of Jammu & Kashmir is witnessing exponential growth in terms of influx of tourists.

He made these remarks during his interaction with G M Shaheen, President, J&K Janta Dal United (JDU) at Raj Bhavan here on Monday, an official spokesperson said.

Shaheen discussed with the Lt Governor various issues of public importance pertaining to Power development, promotion of tourism and development of road infrastructure in rural regions of the UT.

Shaheen expressed gratitude to the Lt Governor for the ongoing development and growth journey which the Union Territory of Jammu Kashmir is witnessing.

While interacting with Shaheen, the Lt Governor observed that the UT government is giving dedicated focus on the growth of every sector while ensuring prosperity for all. He said that unprecedented initiatives have been taken to overhaul the power sector of Jammu Kashmir.

The Lt Governor reiterated the government’s commitment to promoting tourism by developing untapped tourism potential areas, and augmenting the facilities for tourists, besides supporting the tourism-related service providers. He said the Tourism sector of Jammu & Kashmir is witnessing exponential growth in terms of influx of tourists, adding that the numbers of flights to and fro Srinagar have seen significant growth in the last few months.

The Lt Governor assured Shaheen of due consideration of the genuine issues projected during the interaction, and urged him to continue his endeavors for promoting public welfare on all fronts