Srinagar, March 2 -- The gardens and parks under the jurisdiction of the Floriculture Officer in District Srinagar have collectively generated over Rs. 1.5 crore in revenue from 2022 to 2025, according to recent data.

The revenue was sourced from departmental collections and outsourced ticketing systems across locations like Children's Park, Iqbal Park, Badamwari, and Eidgah Park.

Children's Park's revenue stood at Rs. 93,864 for the year 2022-23. However, in 2023-24, no departmental revenue was recorded, as the ticketing system remained outsourced at a higher bid amount of Rs. 22,98,000. For 2024-25, the department generated Rs. 8,94,646, with the outsourcing bid rising significantly to Rs. 33,02,399. Tourist footfall at Children's Par...