Kupwara, Nov. 8 -- General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Army's 28 Infantry Division, Major General Rakesh Nair, on Sunday said Karnah had the potential to emerge as a major destination for border tourism, cultural exchange and economic development.

Addressing the Karnah Youth Festival 2026 at Tithwal, organised by the Army in collaboration with the Kupwara district administration, Nair said peace and development were closely linked, with stability creating opportunities in education, business and tourism.

"Where peace prevails, education flourishes, businesses grow, tourism opens new doors and prosperity finds its way," he said.

Held under the theme 'Jashn-e-Karnah: Rang, Riwaayat aur Riwaaj', the festival sought to showcase the reg...