Minister stresses enhanced tourist services
RK News Service
Gulmarg, May 13: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Department, Javid Ahmad Dar on Wednesday directed concerned departments to ensure wider publicity and effective dissemination of information about tourist-friendly facilities and services being provided by the Jammu and Kashmir government in Gulmarg.
Dar on Wednesday visited the Gulmarg Convention Centre and conducted a detailed inspection of the facilities available there.
During the visit, the Minister reviewed the existing infrastructure and emphasized the need for seamless coordination among the departments to ensure that the visitors are well-informed about the amenities and services available in the world-renowned tourist destination.
Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that Gulmarg, being one of the country’s premier tourist destinations, holds immense significance for Jammu and Kashmir’s tourism sector. He underscored the importance of continuously upgrading the infrastructure and strengthening visitor-centric services to further enhance the overall tourist experience.
“Gulmarg is not only a symbol of Kashmir’s natural beauty but also a key driver of the region’s tourism economy. It is imperative that we ensure world-class facilities and efficient service delivery for the tourists visiting this iconic destination,” the Minister stated.
He also stressed the importance of maintaining high standards of hospitality and infrastructure while preserving the ecological and scenic charm of Gulmarg.
MLA Gulmarg, Farooq Ahmad Shah and MLA Baramulla, Javid Hassan Beig, accompanied the Minister during the inspection.