Srinagar, May 14 (UNI) The last month's terrorist attack at Pahalgam in the Kashmir Valley has severely impacted the region's economy, leading to job losses.
The tourist destinations of Pahalgam, Sonamarg and Gulmarg in Kashmir currently present a scene of despair among local people associated with tourism. In Pahalgam, more than 5,000 horse breeders, 7,700 vehicle owners, and thousands of other families are staring a bleak future due to massive fall in tourist inflow.
Dal Lake, a popular destination for tourists, too has seen a significant decrease in activity. Shikaras are lying on the banks, and the movement of tourists has been reduced to a trickle.