Kashmir Tourism Recovers After 2025 Attack, Visitor Numbers Expected to Rise in 2026

Kashmir's tourism industry is showing strong recovery after the April 2025 terror attack in Pahalgam that caused a significant downturn. Despite the 2025 setback, over 16 million tourists visited Jammu and Kashmir that year. In 2026, visitor numbers are projected to surpass previous records, supported by enhanced security measures and reopening of major sites like Gulmarg and Pahalgam. Officials report near-full hotel occupancy and growing domestic tourism, reflecting renewed traveler confidence and sustained demand.