India's major airlines have requested the government to eliminate the Rs 1,250 airport and security charges paid by passengers flying out of Srinagar due to the lack of demand for air travel to and from Kashmir. Following a decline in tourism after the Pahalgam attack, airlines are seeking financial incentives to revive visitor flow to the valley.

Since the deadly April 22 terror incident, tourism in Kashmir has drastically decreased. Airfares and hotel rates had surged post-Covid but have now plummeted as tourists avoid the region. Despite calls to resume flights to Srinagar, airlines are experiencing low occupancy on flights to and from the area.

The Federation of Indian Airlines (FIA) has written to the aviation secretary, emphasizing the need for support to boost air travel demand at Srinagar airport. The FIA has proposed waiving the user development fee (UDF) and aviation security fee (ASF) for departing passengers from Srinagar for one year to enhance air travel demand.

Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) is organizing a meeting in Srinagar and Pahalgam from June 13-15 to assess the situation and discuss ways to revive tourism. TAFI members from across the country will participate in the meeting to evaluate safety and security measures for tourists.

Following the Pahalgam attack, Srinagar hotels and flights have seen a significant drop in demand. The upcoming Amarnath Yatra, scheduled from July 3 to August 9, 2025, is expected to boost tourism in Jammu and Kashmir. Authorities are focused on ensuring the safety of pilgrims to convey a message that tourists can return to the region.