J&K Govt notifies homestay policy 2026 to boost tourism, create livelihoods

Srinagar, Oct 14 (UNI) The Jammu and Kashmir Government has notified the Homestay Policy, 2026, aimed at expanding quality tourist accommodation and promoting tourism in rural, border, heritage and emerging destinations across the union Territory. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah termed the policy a major step towards promoting sustainable tourism, strengthening local entrepreneurship and creating new livelihood opportunities. Following the approval of the Council of Ministers, chaired by the Chief Minister, the Government has notified the policy to provide a simple and enabling framework for expanding quality tourist accommodation, particularly in rural, border, heritage and emerging tourism destinations, an official spokesman…