Fear Fails To Deter Tourists As J&K's Gulmarg Gondola Sees Record Footfall Days After Pahalgam Attack
The Jammu and Kashmir Cable Car Corporation (JKCCC) has announced full refunds for all unutilised Gulmarg Gondola tickets dated April 22 and 23.
Just days after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, fear failed to dampen the spirit of travellers in Jammu and Kashmir. The scenic town of Gulmarg witnessed a record tourist footfall on Wednesday, as thousands lined up to ride the region’s iconic Gondola despite heightened security alerts across the Valley.
According to official data, a total of 7,299 tourists took the Gulmarg Gondola on Wednesday, with 4,982 enjoying the first phase of the ride and 2,317 reaching the higher-altitude second phase. The turnout is being seen as a sign of resilience and confidence among visitors, reinforcing the message that Kashmir’s tourism charm remains undeterred even in the face of adversity.
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As decided by the management of J&K Cable Car Corporation, all the No Show / Unconsumed Gulmarg Gondola tickets for Phase I & II having visit dates of 22nd and 23rd April shall be refunded in full. pic.twitter.com/cYIueuf5Z3— JK Cable Car Corporation (@egovernanceggp) April 23, 2025
In the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, the Jammu and Kashmir Cable Car Corporation (JKCCC) has announced full refunds for all unutilised Gulmarg Gondola tickets dated April 22 and 23.
“As decided by the management of J&K Cable Car Corporation, all the no show/unconsumed Gulmarg Gondola tickets for Phase I and II having visit dates of 22nd and 23rd April shall be refunded in full," the corporation said in a post on its official X handle.
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