Peaceful atmosphere attracts crores of tourists to J&K : Union Minister

 
Srinagar, Oct 07(KNS): Union minister of state for Social Justice and Empowerment Ramdas Athawal on Friday said that development and peace in Jammu and Kashmir is the top priority of the central government. 

"Crores of tourists visited J&K this year as the peaceful atmosphere has attracted them. This is a positive sign. It will create job opportunities for the youth besides the infrastructure development in the tourism sector," he said while addressing the media at a press briefing. 

Athawale added that an investment process worth thousands of crores in different sectors for welfare of the people has been initiated.

 “The government wants to create more employment opportunities for the youth of J&K by attracting private sector investment. Many private sector investors have come to Jammu and Kashmir to invest in the union territory," he added.(KNS)

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