Srinagar, May 23 -- The tourists from different parts of the valley could be seen enjoying around Dal Lake and adjacent areas here almost every day, which indicates the rise in the footfall of the tourists here.

Wali Mohammad, Shikara Association President said the footfall of tourists has increased in the Valley, but there are hopes of further rise in the tourist arrival in the coming days. "The rush will increase as the people outside are busy with the elections and are going to arrive here soon." he said.

Manzoor Ahmad Pakhtoon, President of Kashmir Houseboat Owners Association, stated that it is the peak season for tourism as there are vacations in outside states and people use to visit Kashmir during this period especially, which s...