Kashmir's Dal Lake gets an open-air floating theatre

Jammu and Kashmir’s famous Dal Lake is now home to the first ever open-air floating theatre. The incredible new addition was made at the end of the week-long Iconic week celebrations. The open-air floating theatre was inaugurated by Arun Kumar Mehta, Chief Secretary, Jammu and Kashmir.The inauguration saw a Shikhara rally, with local artists singing and dancing to Kashmiri songs.
The theatre is the latest tourist attraction here in Jammu and Kashmir, and to be located on Dal Lake is an added advantage. Dal Lake is certainly one of the most picturesque places in the valley, and is bound to attract visitors.

During the closing ceremony, Bollywood film, Kashmir ki Kali was shown to residents and tourists here at the theatre. Kashmir ki Kali was released in 1964, starring Sharmila Tagore, and Shammi Kapoor.
Sarmad Hafeez, Secretary, Tourism and Culture, said, "We have a great demand for evening activities. The concept of open-air is pretty unique, not found anywhere in this world. It will greatly advantage the tourism in Kashmir. Shikara, houseboat owners, the hotel industry is welcoming tourists with open hands. J-K is safest from the Covid-19 point of view since the entire tourist industry is vaccinated. Various capacity-building programmes were done on Covid protocols by the industry. Since winter is coming soon, hope people from the country and world will visit J-K,"

This is a great opportunity for locals who are employed in the tourism industry, as more tourists would mean more income. The tourism department’s latest attraction has been very well received by all, and such events always help the growth of tourism.