SRINAGAR, June 18 -- Pinning hopes on the Kashmir train, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today stepped up efforts to revive tourism in Kashmir.

Omar was interacting with a visiting delegation of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO). He acknowledged their continued interest and efforts in promoting Jammu and Kashmir as a premier tourist destination.

The interaction was attended by Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, Commissioner Secretary Tourism Yasha Mudgal, Director Tourism Kashmir Raja Yaqoob Farooq, President IATO Ravi Gosain, senior officials, key tourism stakeholders, and IATO office bearers.

"We are very grateful to IATO for coming here and organizing this visit, because trust works both ways. Your presence a...