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7:01 pmSaudi coalition says two pilots killed in chopper crash near Yemen
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Lifestyle

CM’s vision for sustainable tourism in J&K laudable: Dr Varinder Sharma

Reported by Greater Kashmir 18 Oct 2026, 6:08 am IST 1 min read

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Jammu, Oct 17: J&K BJP Health Cell co-convener Dr Varinder Sharma has appreciated Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's vision of moving Jammu and Kashmir from volume-driven footfall to a high-value, sustainable tourism model and of pitching Gulmarg to the Government of India as a flagship, world-class destination. Dr Varinder said he fully concurred with the Chief Minister that tourism must be eco-friendly and value-rich rather than a race for numbers. Unchecked mass tourism, he noted, strains fragile Himalayan ecosystems, and premium visitor experiences, higher spending per tourist and strong…

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Section: Lifestyle
Topics: Jobs & careers, Courts & law
Places: Jammu & Kashmir
First reported by: Greater Kashmir
Reporter: gk news service
Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026, 6:08 am IST
Coverage: One outlet so far

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