Snowfall boosts tourism, eases water worries, power supply improving in Gulmarg: CM Omar Abdullah
KINS Correspondent
Srinagar, Jan 25 (KINS): Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday visited Gulmarg following complaints regarding snow clearance and disruption in power supply, assuring that the situation is steadily improving.
Addressing the media according to news agency Kashmir Indepth News Service (KINS), the Chief Minister said the recent snowfall would significantly boost winter tourism and also help prevent water shortages during the summer months. He acknowledged that power availability had dipped temporarily due to the heavy snowfall but said restoration efforts were underway and the situation was returning to normal.
“The ski lift service will resume shortly, and unlike last year, the adequate snowfall this season should ensure the smooth conduct of the Khelo India Games,” Omar Abdullah said.
He added that the administration is closely monitoring essential services in tourist destinations to ensure minimal inconvenience to visitors and local residents during the peak winter season. (KINS)
Snowfall boosts tourism, eases water worries, power supply improving in Gulmarg: CM Omar Abdullah
