Srinagar, March 6 -- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said Gurez valley has recently gained significant recognition as a tourist destination and the Tourism department would assess the need for establishing a Tourism Development Authority for Gurez.Responding to a question by member Nazir Ahmad Khan Gurezi, the CM said the House that Gurez Valley in Jammu and Kashmir has recently been in the spotlight as a tourist destination."In 2022, Gurez Valley received the 'Best Offbeat Destination' award, emphasizing its appeal as a unique and emerging tourist spot," he said.The CM, who also holds the portfolio of Tourism Minister, further stated that in September 2023, Dawar village in Gurez was honored with the 'Best Tourism Village' awar...