Kashmir’s tourism sector appears to be finding its feet again after the setback caused by the 2025 Pahalgam attack, but the recovery so far suggests stability rather than a dramatic comeback. The latest numbers from the ongoing tulip season, combined with broader tourism data, indicate a cautious return of traveller confidence.

The encouraging footfall at Srinagar’s Tulip Garden offers an early signal. With over 2.25 lakh visitors already this season, including around 600 foreign tourists, the annual bloom is once again proving its value as a soft confidence-builder for the sector. Seasonal attractions like the tulip garden play an important psychological role: they signal........

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