Baramulla, Mar 16: The hotels at tourist resort Gulmarg in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district are facing a severe water crisis, with several hoteliers raising concerns over irregular water supply from the last few days.
This shortage has impacted the operations of hotels and has also inconvenienced their guests. As per the staff of different hotels, they used to receive continuous water supply to cater to the needs of their establishments and guests, however, from the last few days they have been grappling with a significant reduction in water availability. They said the water supply has dwindled to as little as five hours a day, causing immense hardships.
Fayaz Ahmad, an employee at one of the hotels in Gulmarg, said that the crisis has plunged hotel management into distress.
Water crisis was there at a time when the tourist resort experienced a good influx of tourists and hotels boasting high occupancy rates. The water scarcity has exacerbated the challenges faced by hoteliers. “The water crisis is a major issue for hoteliers,” said Fayaz Ahmad. “Without proper water supply it is very tough to run the hotel operations,” added Fayaz.
The shortage has not only affected the day-to-day operations of hotels but has also disrupted the comfort and convenience of guests visiting the popular tourist destination. With limited access to water, hotels are struggling to maintain basic amenities and meet the demands of their clientele.
Meanwhile, the stakeholders here have urged for immediate action and intervention from relevant authorities to address the issue effectively. As Gulmarg remains a highly visited tourist destination, ensuring adequate water supply is crucial not only for the smooth functioning of hotels but also for sustaining the tourism industry and promoting the area’s reputation as a premier travel destination.