Kupwara : Under the banner “Meri Maati Mera Desh” Campaign, Department of Tourism J&K in collaboration with District Administration Kupwara on Wednesday organized a Media Conclave at zero line in Keran sector to promote border tourism in district.
Media persons from National and International media houses participated in the conclave which included a cultural show and rally along the banks of river Kishenganga.
Speaking on the occasion, Deputy Commissioner, Ayushi Sudan asked the media persons to spread the awareness among the people across the country regarding tourism potential in Kupwara district. She added that the district provides a vast potential for tourism activities in border areas like Keran, Karnah, Bangus and Machill. She further highlighted that infrastructure is being created in these areas to facilitate the tourists.
Director Tourism, Raja Yaqoob, on the occasion said that tourists from across the country are visiting far flung areas now. He added that with the efforts of J&K Government and District Administration Kupwara, tourists in large number are visiting these areas.
Among others, CEO LBDDA, Ghulam Jeelani Zargar; Deputy Director Tourism, Ahsan-ul-Haq Chisti; Deputy Director Recreation and other officers were also present on the occasion.
