It is good news for the houseboat community living on the world-famous Dal Lake in the Kashmir Valley. The government has allowed repair and renovation work for century-old houseboats, which are on the verge of collapse and were desperately in need of a facelift.

In a big relief, after five decades, govt allows repair, renovation of houseboats in Kashmir Valley

The Jammu and Kashmir tourism department has announced huge discounts and offers for tourists coming to the Kashmir valley. A slash of around 40 per cent slash has been announced on the rates of hotels and houseboats.

Kashmir tourism industry announces special discounts on Diwali, tourist inflow increases

After the famed floating gardens and floating post office, Dal Lake in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar gets its first floating ATM. The cash dispensing machine has been installed for the convenience of people living near the lake as well as for the tourists staying in the houseboats.

Jammu and Kashmir’s Dal Lake gets its first floating ATM

One of the most endearing sights of Kashmir that draw tourists to this valley are the houseboats on the Dal and Nagin lakes.

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The famous houseboat industry in Kashmir valley is struggling to stay afloat, courtesy COVID-19 pandemic. However, is hopeful of brighter days. For almost a year now, most of them haven't earned anything but are welcoming tourists.

Houseboat, a floating marvel of Kashmir valley faces trouble