Climate Change Threatens Kashmir's Tourism: Omar Abdullah Calls for Sustainable Adventure Tourism Diversification

Dec 17, 2025 10:22 pm CST

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah addresses climate change's impact on Kashmir's tourism industry, highlighting diminishing snowfall in Gulmarg and advocating for tourism diversification. Speaking at the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India convention, Abdullah emphasized the need for sustainable tourism strategies including artificial snow technologies while acknowledging recent challenges to the sector and forecasting possible relief with expected snowfall ahead of holiday celebrations.