Srinagar, Feb. 6 -- The Jammu and Kashmir administration has intensified efforts to promote ecological tourism and environmental conservation across the Union Territory, with a special focus on protecting wetlands and wildlife habitats.

Government initiatives aimed at restoring wetlands, improving water management, curbing poaching and encouraging sustainable tourism have helped strengthen Kashmir's reputation as a major destination for nature lovers and bird watchers, particularly during the winter months.

Against this backdrop, Kashmir's winters once again witnessed the arrival of thousands of migratory or "guest" birds across wetlands such as Hokersar, Hygam, Pampore and Bandipora. Every year from November, these birds travel thousan...