Srinagar, Oct 29 (PTI) A car and bike show featuringseveral vintage vehicles was inaugurated today on the banks ofNigeen lake here.
The exhibition was a first of its kind in Kashmir.
An official of the Tourism Department said TourismSecretary Sarmad Hafeez inaugurated the exclusive exhibitionof vintage, classic, modified and modern collection of cars,motorbikes and bicycles.
The exhibition was organised by 'Kashmir Off-Road' incollaboration with the Tourism Department at the Nigeen clubas part of tourism promotion activities in the valley, anofficial said.
He said a large number of people visited the exhibitionto see the collection of around 60 vintage, classic and moderncars dating from the mid-20th century to present day.
On display were vintage cars like Chevrolet Fleet Masterof 1942, Nissan Jonga of 1965, Chevrolet Impala of 1969,Morris Mirror of 1952 and motorbikes of the likes of RoyalEnfield of 1969 and scooters.
Off-road jeeps and the modern day MBWs also caught theattention of visitors, he said.
"Big trailers such as recreational vehicles (RV)--havingliving space and all amenities found in a home--or an oldmodel Atlas cycle fitted with dynamo headlight were also ondisplay for motor vehicles lovers," the official said.
Hafeez said the exhibition had a beautiful setting ofnatural beauty on the banks of Nigeen lake and that thedepartment wanted to encourage activities which create somesort of buzz in the valley.
"We want positive news to come out of the valley andmake Srinagar a happening place. If tourists come here, theyshould not only see the natural beauty, for which valley isalready known, but also should enjoy different activitieshere," Hafeez said.
Director Tourism Mahmood Shah said the department hasalso lined up more activities in the autumn and winter.
"We want to promote tourism by joining hands with privatestakeholders and work as a family. We will support every eventwhich is aimed at promoting tourism and creating a buzz here,Shah said.
He said the department wanted to create an ambiance inKashmir which would encourage tourists to visit the valley.
Shah said the event has also generated interested amongpeople who own such old cars and it would be an annual event.
"Those who could not participate in its first editionthis year will participate in the future. There are manypeople owning such cars who can display them here," he added.
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