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The Hindu
a day ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
J&K L-G announces phased re-opening of tourist destinations closed after Pahalgam attack
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday (June 14, 2025) announced a phased reopening of 48 destinations closed in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 civilians dead on April 22, 2025. 'Following a detailed security assessment, we are now in a position to welcome visitors back, gradually and responsibly. The decision to restrict access to several tourist locations was purely precautionary,' Mr. Sinha said. In the first phase, south Kashmir's key destinations, including Betab Valley, Verinag, Kokernag, and Achabal gardens, will be reopened. Besides, parks around the Pahalgam market area will also be accessible to visitors. Badamwari Garden, Duck Park, and Taqdeer Park near Hazratbal in J&K's summer capital Srinagar will also reopen. Srinagar, in spite of not being closer to the Line of Control (LoC), saw 16 destinations closed, including Jama Masjid, Badamwari, Rajouri Kadal, Aali Kadal, Faqir Gujri, Astanmarg, upper areas of Dachigam, etc. Forty-eight destinations out of 87 in the Kashmir Valley were closed for tourists after the Pahalgam attack. Also read: Now, tourism as a weapon against terrorism Mr. Sinha, who visited Pahalgam on Saturday (June 14, 2025), also appealed to citizens 'to play their part in ensuring the pilgrimage proceeds peacefully'. He added, 'This is your (Amarnath) yatra. It belongs to the people of Kashmir. Its success will uplift our economy and tourism sector.' He also handed over a government job letter to the widow of Adil Ahmad, a pony rider who also lost his life in the attack. Mr. Sinha described him as a 'martyr' and said the government job to his widow was more than an act of compensation. 'It reflects our commitment to stand by the family. I have personally assured them of continued support and concrete measures so they may live a life of dignity. We will not let the sacrifices of the brave be forgotten,' L-G Sinha said. However, ruling National Conference (NC) said the job was approved by the elected government. 'I thank LG Sahab for handing over the job order that was already prepared by the Fisheries Dept, a department under the elected government led by Hon Min Javed Dar. This reflects the maturity and responsibility shown by the elected government, we did not allow egos to come in the way, but stood by our commitment to Adil's family in their moment of grief,' NC leader and MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq said. 'Just as earlier, the elected government had prepared similar job orders for NoKs in Poonch, which were later distributed by the Home Minister after the CM had personally visited and personally committed these jobs to the families immediately after the shelling. In moments of pain, politics must make way for compassion, and governance must honour its word,' Mr. Sadiq said. Meanwhile, in an indirect reference to recent Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's remarks about bureaucracy not supporting him fully, Mr. Sinha said, 'You said, 'L-G Sahab, give us something.' The only thing I can give you is the police personnel. As for roads, water, power, and agriculture — these are with the government. I will have no objection if the government fulfils your demands,' Mr. Sinha said. Also read: War a distraction, will devastate Punjabis and Kashmiris: Farmers' outfit He was addressing local farmers in south Kashmir who highlighted the issue of being excluded from the horticultural crop insurance schemes.
Express Tribune
24-05-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Govt nears completion of fisheries policy
Fisheries Dept will also set up five nurseries next year. PHOTO: AFP Listen to article The Ministry of Maritime Affairs is trying its best to introduce a comprehensive National Fisheries Policy in consultation with all stakeholders to bolster Pakistan's fisheries sector to enhance its contribution to the country's economy and boost seafood export revenues. The ministry's official, on Saturday, said that apart from a broader nationwide consultation process, the workshops had been conducted in Karachi and Lahore respectively and a final consultative workshop is planned for June in Islamabad, as per the directive of Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Junaid Anwar Chaudhry. He said that the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Policy initiative marked a vital step toward building a sustainable, inclusive, and economically viable fisheries sector in the country. He further said that the policy would serve as a road map for sustainable development, increased exports, and international investment in the fisheries sector, adding that the government was taking a proactive approach to integrate industry feedback and ensure alignment with global environmental and economic standards.
