SRINAGAR, July 18: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary, today chaired the maiden meeting of Confederation of Indian Industry Northern Regional Committee on tourism and hospitality to discuss the strategic interventions on revival of tourism and position J&K as global tourism hub.
Advisor to CM Nasir Aslam Wani and MLA Gulmarg Farooq Ahmed Shah were present in the meeting.
While addressing the meeting, the Dy CM highlighted several key points on boosting tourism growth through collaboration and value-added verticals in Jammu and Kashmir. He maintained that the Government intended to position J&K as a premier 365-day destination beyond seasons.
He urged the CII to support the Government in shifting focus from summer/winter peaks to year-round tourism through curated experiences.
The Dy CM said that the CII has been working closely with Government on policy issues, enhancing efficiency, competitiveness and expanding business opportunities for the industry through a range of specialised services and global linkages.
He urged the CII to come forward with a special focus on tourism, handloom and handicrafts, adventure sports and skill development to explore more possibilities of campaigning and awareness about high scope in J&K.
While speaking on the occasion, the Advisor to CM said that CII with its national and international connects should help Government in targeting niche markets for sustainable growth and higher tourist spending.
He invited the CII members and industry at large to promote J&K on MICE Tourism map and suggest ways to further strengthen the tourism infrastructure in J&K.
MLA Gulmarg, Farooq Ahmed Shah, emphasized that adventure sports can be a key driver for tourism promotion, suggesting that Gulmarg and Pahalgam be leveraged to host national and international adventure sports competitions.
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