Srinagar, June 14 -- Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has announced the phased reopening of several prominent tourist destinations across the Union Territory starting June 17, following their temporary closure as a precautionary security measure in the aftermath of the April 22 attack.

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 to be reopened from 17th June."

Speaking to the media, the LG Sinha stated that the decision was taken after security assessments by the Divisional Commissio...