Summary AJK Prime Minister Iftikhar Gilani visited the Simari ecotourism project, praising its environmental protection model and pledging government support for sustainable tourism.
MUZAFFARABAD (Dunya News) - Azad Jammu and Kashmir Prime Minister Iftikhar Gilani has visited an ecotourism project in Simari Valley, describing it as a model worthy of emulation and announcing government support for similar initiatives.
Project focal person Asif Raza Mir briefed the prime minister on the initiative, explaining its objectives of protecting natural resources, creating employment opportunities and improving tourism facilities.
The briefing highlighted that the project was designed to promote tourism while preserving the area's natural environment and resources. Work is underway to provide five-star facilities for tourists, while measures have been taken to protect forests and wildlife.
The prime minister was informed that investment in the project aims to utilise the area's tourism potential and generate employment for the local community. Under the plan, the infrastructure established through the project will be transferred to the local community after 12 years.
Congratulating the project organisers, Gilani said the government would extend full support to such initiatives and improve infrastructure to promote tourism.
He said the Simari road would be constructed and training opportunities would also be provided to local youth and children. He emphasised that tourism activities should reflect the region's culture and traditions.
Inspector General of Police Liaquat Ali Malik, Principal Secretary Adnan Khurshid, Dr Naeem, Arif Urfi, Naveed Anjum and other officials accompanied the prime minister during the visit.
