Srinagar, Nov. 29 -- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said snowfall would be the main factor driving tourist footfall in the Valley this winter, expressing hope for improved tourism during the festive season.

Addressing the media, as per KNS, the Chief Minister said November had remained dry so far, but the administration is optimistic that December snowfall will enhance tourist activity in key destinations including Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonmarg, and Srinagar.

"The sooner the snow falls, the sooner our winter tourism season will start," he said, adding that preparations for promotion and marketing of the sector have already been completed.

Abdullah noted that despite recent security incidents, tourists continue ...