Kupwara, April 15 -- The Indian Army's support for the Azmat-e-Hind initative at the Line of Control (LOC) in Teetwal area of Kupwara district in Jammu and Kashmir has boosted border tourism in the area, transforming Teetwal from being known for cross-border tensions to now being a "beacon of hope and tourism" with potential, Army officials said on Tuesday.

Azmat-e-Hind, which translates to "Pride of India" is a 104 feet high national flag, aimed at showcasing the valour of the armed forces, the resilience of local communities, and the beauty of the border areas.

"Azmat-e-Hind was made in 2023 in Teetwal for one purpose that tourists visit these border and remote areas, see the area and stay with the people and see how the Army, with th...