Kashmir’s tulip garden has drawn record tourists, boosting the local economy and signalling a strong revival of travel confidence in the region.
Spring has brought a wave of tourists to Kashmir's Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden in Srinagar. Over three lakh visitors arrived within weeks of the garden opening this season, marking a strong recovery for the region's tourism.
The garden sits at the foot of the Zabarwan hills, facing Dal Lake. It is recognised as Asia's largest tulip garden and opens only for a short period each year, from late March to mid-April. Good weather this year helped the flowers bloom well, pulling in travellers from across India and beyond, as cited by News18.
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A season of record footfall
As per the report of News18, the three lakh visitor milestone was reached quickly after opening. Families, photographers, and social media influencers all made their way to Srinagar during the brief flowering window. The annual bloom has now grown into a fixed event on India's domestic travel calendar.
Ripple effect on the local economy
The reports further stated that the rise in visitors has helped businesses across Srinagar. Hotels, houseboats, transport providers, and small traders have all reported stronger demand. Tour operators are also seeing more bookings, especially from major cities. The tulip season now serves as the starting point for Kashmir's wider peak tourism period, which runs through the summer months.
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More than a garden
The large number of visitors shows efforts to make Kashmir seem safe and welcoming are working. Authorities have worked on improving infrastructure, managing crowds, and running digital and on-ground promotional campaigns. After years of uneven tourism numbers, these steps appear to be paying off. Officials see the high footfall as a clear sign that traveller confidence in the Valley is firmly back, reported by News18.
With visitor numbers climbing, Kashmir is once again reclaiming its place as one of India's most sought-after destinations - one bloom at a time.
