Srinagar, April 25 -- According to industry insiders, every flight connecting other states to the Kashmir Valley is experiencing significant increases in fares, making it difficult for tourists to afford travel to the region. Despite witnessing a good number of visitors, the industry believes that the numbers could have been higher if airfares were more reasonable.

It has been noted that every summer sees a surge in ticket prices, discouraging potential tourists from booking tickets due to the high rates. For instance, tickets from Srinagar to Delhi, which were previously priced around 3500-4000 rupees, are now being sold for 7000 rupees or even exceeding 10000 rupees.

Moreover, the repercussions extend beyond mere inconvenience for tra...