Farooq Shah participates in tourism summit 2024

Srinagar, Nov 20: National Conference (NC) MLA Farooq Shah today participated  in tourism summit 2024 and advocated sustainable and  inclusive tourism.

According to a press release, the  CII J&K Tourism Summit 2024, organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) J&K Council, successfully concluded here.

The summit served as a pivotal platform, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders to deliberate on fostering sustainable and responsible tourism in Jammu and Kashmir.

Speaking on the occasion, MLA Gulmarg,  Farooq Ahmad Shah, advocated for sustainable tourism to safeguard Jammu & Kashmir’s environment and promote long-term prosperity. Emphasising principles like waste reduction, water conservation, and ecosystem preservation, he stressed that tourism must deliver economic growth while benefiting local communities.

He urged stakeholders to adopt inclusive practices fostering environmental preservation and community well-being. Highlighting the integration of rural industries like sheep farming and animal husbandry into tourism, he pointed to their potential for creating sustainable livelihoods and economic opportunities for rural populations.