Thu Apr 24 15:23:10 UTC 2025: ## Munnar Tourism Booms After Kashmir Attack
**IDUKKI, INDIA (April 24, 2025)** – The hill station of Munnar in Idukki district is experiencing a surge in tourism following a recent terrorist attack in Kashmir. Tourism stakeholders report a significant increase in inquiries from tour operators, particularly since travel restrictions were implemented in Ooty and Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu.
Munnar, known for its climate and topography similar to Kashmir, is attracting tourists who may have altered their travel plans due to security concerns. The district has already seen nearly 298,000 tourists in the first 20 days of April, exceeding the 360,000 visitors recorded for the entire month last year. This influx is attributed to both the Kashmir situation and the travel restrictions in Tamil Nadu’s hill stations.
Popular attractions like Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri tahr, are reporting full bookings. Tourism officials and stakeholders express optimism that the positive trend will continue through June, benefiting the local economy.
First Piper 