The J&K government has taken control of the Nedous Hotel in Gulmarg, ending a 137-year-old legacy. Established in 1888, the colonial-era landmark was once a hub for royalty, revolution, and political aristocracy. The Gulmarg Development Authority issued an eviction notice due to a lease that lapsed 40 years ago, despite the family's legal challenges.
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