Tiger Hill and Batalik Sector, which hit the headlines in 1999 following occupation of several peaks by Pakistani intruders, will be open to tourists. A Raj Bhawan spokesman said Mr. Malik was in touch with the Union Home Ministry to give final shape to the scheme. The opening of these trekking routes will also provide gainful employment to the local people particularly in the Kargil region, say officials. “Prior to 1990s, European tourists, especially Germans and French, topped the trekkers visiting Kashmir followed by Australians and Britons. The step will see a new beginning for tourism in Kargil and attract high end tourists again,” he said.

Source: The Hindu August 01, 2019 18:56 UTC