The reopened sites include the picturesque Betaab Valley, the serene Verinag, Kokernag, Achabal Mughal Gardens, and multiple parks in Pahalgam town. The decision was welcomed by locals, political leaders, and tourists alike.
Israel and Iran's airspace remains closed due to the ongoing conflict between the two countries, while Jordan has reopened its airspace after a brief suspension.
Posting on social media platform X, LG Sinha stated, "I've ordered reopening of some of the tourist spots in Kashmir & Jammu Divisions, which were temporarily closed as precautionary measures. Betab Valley & Parks in Pahalgam Market, Verinag Garden, Kokernag Garden and Achabal Garden
Schools and colleges in Rajouri reopened after being closed due to Pakistan shelling. Classes resumed as the situation improved, and students returned to school. Authorities continue to monitor the area to ensure safety.
Located at a height of over 10,000 feet in Chamoli district, the Shiva shrine of the Panchkedar group of temples draws lakhs of pilgrims every year from across the country and abroad.
Schools in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, reopened after being closed for five to six days due to safety concerns. The ceasefire between India and Pakistan helped ease tension, and students returned happily to class, marking a return to normal life in the region.
Life in the border districts of Jaisalmer and Barmer has returned to normal, with schools and markets operating as usual. In Jaisalmer, schools reopened today after being closed on May 7 following the Operation Sindoor that targeted terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Kangra Airport Director Dhirendra Singh spoke to ANI and said, "The Kangra Aiport, which had earlier been closed for all civilian flights until May 15, has reopened from 10.30 am on May 12."
The sacred protals of Badrinath Dham were reopened for devotees on Sunday morning after remaining closed for six months, marking a spiritual moment for pilgrims and Uttarakhand.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday extended a warm welcome to devotees as the portals of the revered Badrinath temple reopened for pilgrims on Sunday.