Jammu And Kashmir Shuts 48 Tourist Destinations Following Pahalgam Terror Attack

The Jammu and Kashmir government has shut down 48 tourist destinations across the Valley following the terrorist attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 tourists, including a Nepali national and a local resident.

The attackers reportedly targeted Hindu men, singling them out for their religion.

Officials confirmed on Tuesday that out of 87 recognised tourist spots in the region, 48 locations have now been closed to visitors.

The closures aim to enhance security and prevent further incidents while the situation remains tense.

The closed sites include well-known destinations such as Yousmarg, Doodpathri, Aharbal, Sinthan Top, Babareshi, Wular/Watlab, Dachigam (beyond Trout Farm), and Mahadev Hills, among others.

Tourist Numbers Decline Sharply

Following the massacre in Baisaran meadow near Pahalgam, the region has witnessed a steep decline in tourist arrivals, particularly at Srinagar airport, which serves as the main gateway to the Valley.

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An official source stated that authorities have temporarily closed some destinations and reinforced security at the remaining open sites to ensure visitor safety.

National Condemnation And Political Response

The terror attack, widely seen as a direct assault on communal harmony, has drawn widespread condemnation across India.

People from various regions and religious backgrounds have united in their outrage.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly denounced the killings, stating that the terrorists, along with their handlers and backers, would face unimaginable consequences.

Crackdown On Militants And Their Networks

In response to the attack, security forces have intensified counter-terror operations.

They have already demolished the homes of ten active militants, including Adil Hussain Thoker and Asif Sheikh, both suspected to be involved in the Pahalgam killings.

Legislative Condemnation And Call For Unity

On Monday, the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly passed a unanimous resolution condemning the attack in the strongest terms.

Lawmakers described it as a ‘heinous, barbaric, inhumane, and cowardly’ act that strikes at the very foundation of Kashmiriyat, constitutional values, and the spirit of unity and peace.

The Assembly expressed solidarity with the victims’ families and reiterated its commitment to defeating terrorism in all its forms.