The Jammu and Kashmir government has shut dozens of resorts and more than half of the tourist destinations in the union territory as a precautionary measure in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack.
Officials said that gates have been closed at 48 of the 87 public parks and gardens in Kashmir in view of the threat perception to tourists.
They said the security review was an ongoing process and more locations may be added to the list in the coming days.
Due to the recent terror attack, tourists will no longer be permitted to visit several sites, including Doodhpatri in Budgam and Verinag in Anantnag.
The decision comes amid uncertainty over Kashmir tourism, a major source of income for the locals.
Following the tragic events, a wave of fear has gripped the region, causing many tourists to flee the union territory, while many travellers have cancelled their upcoming tours.
Locals fear the drop in tourism will have a big impact on their source of income and livelihoods as the town is yet to come to terms with last week’s horror. They have also staged protests condemning the terror attack, asserting their solidarity with the victims.
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The decision to shut down the tourist locations comes a week after terrorists shot dead 26 persons, mostly tourists, at Baisaran meadows in Pahal
