Uri in J&K to Receive Rs 7.93 crore Tourism Infrastructure Upgrade

The state government of Jammu and Kashmir has cleared a Rs 7.93 crore allocation aimed at strengthening tourism infrastructure in Uri, a historic town near the Line of Control. The funding is intended to develop facilities that can attract more visitors and stimulate the local economy. Officials said the project will focus on improving basic amenities, road connectivity and visitor services, though detailed plans have not been released yet. The initiative reflects the administration’s broader push to promote tourism in the region as a driver of growth. The announcement was reported by the Daily Excelsior.