Kashmir Tourism Industry Tries to Recover After Attack

A tourist town in Kashmir is trying to bring visitors back after a deadly attack last year.

Pahalgam is a beautiful place in the mountains. It is known for green hills, rivers and fresh air. But last year, a violent attack shocked the area. About 26 people were killed. After this, many tourists stopped coming.

The tourism industry in the town was badly hit. Many hotels lost money. Some shops had to close. Tourist visits dropped a lot. Many workers like guides and horse riders, lost their daily income.

In the months after the attack many tourist places were closed for safety. Security checks also increased. This made people more afraid to visit.

Now, one year later, the town is slowly trying to recover. Some tourists are starting to return. Local workers are once again waiting for visitors each day. They hope things will get better soon.

Officials say the area is safer now. They are trying to rebuild trust. They are also promoting tourism again in other cities.

But life is still not easy. Many people remember the attack. Hotel rooms are still not fully booked. Some families are still suffering from loss and fear.

Local workers say they keep hope alive. They tell visitors that the area is safe. They want tourism to grow again so people can earn money.

The town is trying hard to move forward. But the memory of the attack is still there. Recovery will take more time.