Kashmir route outpaces Manali as Ladakh tourism surges

In the period from January to July, Ladakh has welcomed a remarkable 330,332 tourists. Air travel continues to be the favored mode of access to this stunning union territory. Among road travelers, the route through Kashmir is increasingly popular over the Manali path. Enhanced infrastructure and well-planned events have fueled this tourism surge, with burgeoning homestays offering fresh job opportunities for the local community.