Sonamarg

On the concluding day at a function of Kashmir cup International Rafting Championship, held at Sonamarg, Omar welcomed the foreign participants and asked them to come again next year and take part in river rafting besides enjoying the natural beauty and hospitality of the people.

JK Chief Minister Omar Abdulla for showcasing state���s adventure tourism 2009

He said the International Rafting foundation has also given its patronage to the championship and deputing an expert from Newzeland who will be in Sonamarg to share his knowledge with the participating teams.

Adventure sports- International Rafting Championship in Indian Kashmir 2009

He said the infrastructure development in Sonamarg should be carried out keeping in view the economic benefits to the locals.

International Rafting Championship open at Sonamarg in Kashmir 2009

The Chief Minister said that he has found that Dobjan as well as adjoining areas have great tourism potential as attractive and captivating as Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg tourist resorts.

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“Locals should be involved and encouraged to be active partners in the tourism promotion”, he said and added that modification to Sonamarg development plan is required to make it more comprehensive.

International Rafting Championship open at Sonamarg in Kashmir 2009

Referring to the infrastructure development in Sonamarg, Mr. Omar said that government would take all measures to develop this important tourist place.

International Rafting Championship open at Sonamarg in Kashmir 2009

Police spokesperson said that during the intervening night of November 25 and 26, 2009 in order to evacuate the stranded passengers and vehicles at Drass the District Administration Kargil allowed 174 vehicles including 94 HMVs, 74 LMVs and 6 buses alongwith stranded passengers from Drass to Sonamarg.

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He said the development of Sonamarg area will be carried forward keeping in view the benefits of the people residing here as identified by the Minister for Forests.

International Rafting Championship open at Sonamarg in Kashmir 2009

While declaring 2nd Kashmir Cup International Rafting Championship open at Sonamarg today about 100 kms from Srinagar, Omar said “While Almighty has bestowed upon the state His blessings in the shape of un-parallel natural beauty and scenic splendor, Jammu and Kashmir is the best destination for varied tourist interests”.

International Rafting Championship open at Sonamarg in Kashmir 2009