'We love India, we love Kashmir': Biker group from Thailand visits Srinagar's Dal Lake amid rising tourist influx in Jammu and Kashmir

SRINAGAR: A group of 22 bikers from Thailand visited the iconic Dal Lake in Srinagar as part of their tour through Jammu and Kashmir, highlighting the growing interest of international tourists in the region.The bikers, currently on a road trip through northern India, praised the natural beauty and safety of the region.One of the bikers said that India is a very beautiful and safe country, adding that Leh-Ladakh is especially stunning. He expressed his fondness for Kashmir and praised the warmth of its people, mentioning that their group had come from Thailand and would be visiting Leh-Ladakh the following day.

"This country is very beautiful and safe.

Leh Ladakh is really beautiful. I like Kashmir, the people here are really nice. We have come from Thailand. Tomorrow, we will be visiting Leh, Ladakh," said one of the bikers.

Another member of the group added, "We love India, we love Kashmir. We are going to Leh, Ladakh, Pangong Tso. 22 people have come from Thailand. We are staying near Dal Lake."Their visit reflects the increasing number of tourists — both domestic and international — exploring Jammu and Kashmir, especially the popular circuit of Srinagar, Leh, and Ladakh.