Global Tourism Summit Kicks off in Srinagar, Promises Thrilling Insights Amidst High Security

According to G20 Chief Coordinator Harshvardhan Shringla, the upcoming three-day G20 tourism working group meeting in Srinagar will have more foreign delegates than the previous two meetings.

The tourism working group meeting in Srinagar has attracted the highest number of foreign delegations compared to previous meetings. It includes representatives from G20 countries and international organizations, with Singapore having the largest presence among the participating member countries.

Senior diplomats from Bangladesh and South Korea, including High Commissioner Mustafizur Rahman and Ambassador Chang Jae-bok, are expected to attend meetings in Srinagar over the next three days.

The event holds significance as it is the first international gathering in Jammu and Kashmir since it became a Union Territory in 2019. The choice of Srinagar as the venue underscores its suitability for hosting a working group on tourism in India.

Previously, the G20 tourism working group meetings were held in Gujarat and West Bengal.

Shringla emphasized that the meeting's primary goals are to showcase India's diverse cultural heritage and highlight its tourism potential. It aims to incorporate sustainable, eco-friendly, and adventure tourism aspects specific to Jammu and Kashmir.

The meeting also seeks to boost economic growth, safeguard cultural heritage, and foster sustainable development in the region. The J&K Tourism Secretary mentioned the promotion of 300 new tourist destinations across various routes to cater to the growing tourism industry in Jammu and Kashmir.

Srinagar is experiencing an unprecedented level of security measures for the upcoming G20 meeting. These measures include enhanced CCTV surveillance, anti-drone systems, and the deployment of elite forces like the NSG and Marine Commandos.

Restrictions on civilian movement are also in place to ensure security.

Gulmarg has been excluded from the itinerary due to security and logistical concerns, and security has been strengthened across the entire Valley to counter any potential disruptions by militants.

A multi-tier security system has been implemented, with increased coordination between different security and intelligence agencies to thwart any militant activities.

For the first time, the NSG and Marine Commandos have been deployed to ensure the security of the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) and its vicinity.

Additional surveillance cameras have been installed to closely monitor the area, and real-time monitoring of the footage is underway.

To facilitate the meeting, civilian movement on the main road leading to SKICC has been restricted, and schools in Srinagar will be closed from Monday to Wednesday.

As a precaution, security agencies have advised members of the minority community and external workers to remain indoors due to concerns of potential attacks by militants. The Lieutenant-Governor of J&K sees the G20 meeting as a chance for locals to demonstrate their culture, heritage, tourism, and hospitality.

The commencement of the third tourism working group meeting of the G20 on May 22 presents a momentous occasion for the 13 million inhabitants of Jammu and Kashmir. It offers them a unique platform to exhibit their invaluable culture, rich heritage, flourishing tourism sector, and welcoming hospitality.

The individual appealed to all the citizens to actively participate in this remarkable event and contribute towards its triumphant execution.

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