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J&K: LG Sinha orders reopening of 14 tourist spots in J&K

Jammu, Feb 16 (UNI) After a thorough security review and discussion, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday ordered the reopening of more tourist spots in Kashmir and Jammu Divisions, which were temporarily closed as precautionary measures.
Eleven tourist spots in Kashmir Division- Yousmarg and Doodhpathri in Budgam; Dandipora Park in Kokernag, Anantnag; Peer Ki Gali, Dubjan and Padpawan in Shopian; Astanpora and Tulip Garden in Srinagar; Thajwas Glacier and Hung Park in Ganderbal and Wullar/ Watlab in Baramulla - to be reopened immediately.
Three tourist spots in Jammu Division to be opened immediately are Devi Pindi in Reasi, Mahu Mangat in Ramban and Mughal Maidan in Kishtwar.
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