Kashmir's Youth Ride Waves of Excitement with Water Skiing Craze

Water skiing is captivating Kashmiri youth, becoming a major draw in adventure tourism at Dal Lake. The sport is sparking interest with events organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council. The valley’s vibrant participation signals a thriving future for adventure sports in the region.

Water skiing has emerged as a newfound passion among Kashmir's adventure-seeking youth, captivating participants with its thrilling allure. The high-octane sport is playing a crucial role in bolstering adventure tourism, as evidenced by the large-scale events orchestrated in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council. These water sports gatherings, prominently held at the iconic Dal Lake, are drawing enthusiasts in droves.

The Kashmir Valley is seizing its potential as a hub for adventure activities, particularly water sports, thanks to its abundant water bodies like the renowned Dal Lake. Annually, various water sports events attract a significant number of competitors from around the nation, with both young men and women diving into activities such as water skiing. The exhilaration and enjoyment inherent in this sport have made it a new craze among the valley's youth.

Amidst this growing enthusiasm, youngsters from various schools are immersing themselves in water skiing, guided by seasoned trainers from the water skiing association at Dal Lake. Participants laud the sport's fitness benefits and the thrill it provides, expressing a desire for its continued promotion to further elevate adventure sports and tourism on a broader scale. Recent successes at the Khelo India Water Sports Festival underscore this fervor, as local athletes from Srinagar clinched multiple medals, cementing the region's position in the national adventure sports arena.

(With inputs from agencies.)