Awestruck by beauty of Patnitop: Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi in Jammu region
Jammu, May 29 (UNI) Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi on Thursday said that she was awestruck by the beauty of Patnitop tourist destination in Jammu region.
Huma, on the second day of her visit to the Jammu region, explored the scenic landscapes of Patnitop and Nathatop, where she experienced a firsthand taste of adventure through activities such as camping and nature walks.
At Skyview by Empyrean, Patnitop, she took a ride on the highest gondola in Asia above the tree line, a marvel of engineering constructed without cutting a single tree.
The initiative stands as a significant step towards eco-tourism and sustainable tourism practices in Jammu and Kashmir.
Officials urged her to encourage more celebrities to visit and promote the scenic and cultural richness of Jammu.
Speaking on the occasion, Huma Qureshi said that she was absolutely awestruck by the beauty of Patnitop. She added that the warmth and hospitality of the people here are truly unmatched.
Referring to the larger Jammu region, she mentioned that destinations like Katra, Bhaderwah, Bani, Billawar, Basohli, Marwah-Warwan, Rajouri, Poonch and several others are blessed with abundant natural beauty and rich cultural heritage.
She further stated that Jammu and Kashmir is safe, serene, and one of the most breathtaking destinations in India. She wholeheartedly invited all tourists from across the country and the world to come, explore and experience this unmatchable beauty of Jammu and Kashmir.
During her visit to Skyview by Empyrean, Huma Qureshi interacted with officials and stakeholders including Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai, Director Tourism Jammu, Vikas Gupta, CEO Patnitop Development Authority, Devander Singh Bhau, Joint Director Tourism Jammu, Aijaz Qaiser and members of the Patnitop Hotels Association, where discussions were held on strengthening tourism prospects in the region.
Later in the day, she visited some of the well-known restaurants in Jammu city, where she enjoyed the authentic local flavors including GI-tagged Kalari Kulcha, Anardana Chutney, Gucchi Pulao, Rajma and other traditional delicacies.
Director Tourism Jammu informed that the visit was planned as part of a strategic initiative to promote the diverse tourist destinations of the Jammu region.
He added that more celebrity visits are scheduled in the coming days, with the aim of showcasing the region's potential and inviting tourists from across India and around the world to experience the unmatched beauty and cultural vibrancy of the region.
The members of the Patnitop Hotels and Restaurant association wholeheartedly thanked the Government of J&K, Commissioner/Secretary Tourism, Yasha Mudgal and Director Tourism Jammu for conceptualising and supporting this initiative.
They also extended their full support for similar promotional events in the future to strengthen Jammu's position on the national and international tourism map.
Huma Qureshi's visit marks the beginning of a focused campaign by the Directorate of Tourism, Jammu, aimed at rebuilding traveller confidence and showcasing Jammu as a prime destination for adventure, culture, cuisine and natural beauty.
This initiative is expected to significantly boost the tourism profile of the region.
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