Overview
- JKNC MLA Tanvir Sadiq said the April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 people triggered mass cancellations and price cuts, causing tourism losses running into hundreds of crores.
- Omar Abdullah said most tourist sites have reopened after a comprehensive security audit, with precautions in place and outreach to boost holiday travel and film shoots.
- Farooq Abdullah, speaking at a Pahalgam golf tournament, called the event a confidence signal that conditions are improving and urged visitors to return.
- Party leaders argued that full statehood is essential to end dual governance in the Union Territory and to speed decisions on security and tourism, noting the Supreme Court hearing on October 8.
- Sadiq said apple growers were hurt by instability and logistics constraints, pointing to a new freight train service and urging an increase in its frequency.