Gulmarg, May 24 -- In a strong display of resilience and confidence, the popular tourist resort of Gulmarg has witnessed a massive surge in visitors this week, with thousands queuing up for the famous Gulmarg Gondola, just a month after the tragic attack in Pahalgam.

Despite concerns raised by some media outlets, tourists from different parts of the country expressed a sense of safety and warmth in the valley. "We feel completely safe here. It's like a home away from home," said a group of visitors. "The hospitality of Kashmiri people has truly touched us. What we see on television is very different from the ground reality."

The Gondola - one of Asia's highest cable cars - has once again become a major attraction, with eager visitors li...