Pahalgam, Apr 22 ; A Malaysian tourist visiting Pahalgam on the first anniversary of last year’s terror attack in the south Kashmir resort has described the destination as “safe and peaceful”, and urged people from around the world to visit.
“All people around the world can come here. Don’t worry anything here. Safety. And very peaceful,” the tourist told in an interview with national television channel.
When asked what he liked most about the place, he attributed his visit to Bollywood. “Because Malaysians are always watching Hindi movies, you know? Like Bajrangi Bhaijaan. They shoot here. Munni, Munni… I want to see Munni here. But Munni always gone,” he said, referring to the film’s popular character.
He expressed hope that more tourists from Malaysia would follow. “Okay, maybe next time more, more group will coming,” he added.
Notably, The attack in Pahalgam on April 22 last year had left 22 innocent tourists dead and several others injured, dealing a blow to the region’s tourism industry.
