Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated the Tulip Show-2025 at the iconic Tulip Garden in Srinagar, marking the arrival of spring in Kashmir.
Nestled at the foothills of the Zabarwan Range, this garden—the largest of its kind in Asia—was officially opened to visitors.
The garden boasts a breathtaking display of 1.7 million spring-blooming bulbs featuring over 74 tulip varieties, alongside vibrant daffodils, hyacinths, and muscari, offering a spectacular floral experience.
Speaking at the event, the Chief Minister highlighted the Tulip Show as a celebration of Kashmir’s diverse natural beauty and a key attraction for nature lovers worldwide.
He emphasized Jammu and Kashmir’s timeless charm and scenic landscapes, inviting tourists to explore its unmatched splendor.
Interacting with visitors, Chief Minister Abdullah welcomed them to the “Paradise on Earth”, encouraging them to cherish and share their experiences of the Tulip Garden in their home countries.
The inaugural day saw an overwhelming response from tourists and locals alike, who marveled at the mesmerizing floral expanse.
Accompanying the Chief Minister were Minister for Agriculture, Javid Ahmad Dar, Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani, and several Members of the Legislative Assembly.
The opening of the Tulip Garden — nestled between the Dal Lake and the Zabarwan Hills — marked the beginning of a new tourism season in Kashmir .
The inaugural day saw an overwhelming response from tourists and locals alike who marvelled at the mesmerising floral expanse.
The garden has gained popularity among tourists and has been steadily growing each year, both in terms of the number of visitors and the tulips that bloom.
More than 4.65 lakh visitors, both domestic and foreign, visited the garden last year while the footfall in 2023 was 3.65 lakh.