Most of Kashmir's tourist circuit is open and busy. After the April 2025 attack at Baisaran near Pahalgam, many sites were closed as a precaution and then reopened in phases; by February 2026, 42 sites had reopened. Baisaran itself remained closed to visitors in 2026. Tourism workers in Pahalgam now carry verified QR IDs. We check access daily and plan around any closure.
What happened
On 22 April 2025, 26 people, most of them tourists, were killed at Baisaran meadow near Pahalgam. Baisaran remains closed to visitors. Authorities closed dozens of tourist sites across the valley as a precaution.
What's open now
Sites reopened in phases after security reviews; by February 2026, 42 had reopened, and the Chief Minister said the remaining closed destinations were expected to reopen by May 2026. Baisaran was still reported closed in 2026. We confirm status for your dates.
How we plan for safety
We use registered drivers and verified local services, avoid closed or restricted areas, keep plans flexible, and stay reachable on WhatsApp for the whole trip.
Your own checks
Follow official advisories, keep your planner updated on your movements, and avoid unplanned detours to remote areas.
FAQ
Yes; Baisaran meadow remains closed to visitors.
Gulmarg is open and busy; we check conditions daily.
It helps: local knowledge, verified drivers and one contact throughout.
J&K government and district administration announcements.
