KARGIL: Describing Jammu and Kashmir a symbol of unity in diversity, the Minister for Tourism Ghulam Ahmad Mir said the state has vast tourism potential.
Speaking at the inaugural function of the Kargil and Zanzkar Festivals during his tour to the district, the Minister said Jammu and Kashmir was famous all over the world for its distinct tourism potential and hospitality adding that all out efforts are being made to market vast tourism potential of the state in the world of Tourism.
Thousands of audiences and a large number of foreign as well as domestic tourists witnessed the highlights of the festivals, that depicts the rich cultural ethos besides magnificent splendour of the region which mesmerised the audience and received applause from every one present on the occasion.
Complimenting people of Kargil, especially the Hill Development Council, Tourism Department and concerned tourism Development Authorities for organising the festival-presenting the true colour of the rich cultural heritage of Kargil-Zanskar, the Minister said that Ladakh’s beauty and charm is unique and incomparable.
He urged upon the people to safeguard the matchless heritage of Ladakh for the posterity.