A.1> Yes Its 110% Safe to Travel Kashmir in any month, Kindly don't pay heed to rumors. A.2> Yes the Tulip Festival Starts from April month some time it opens 3 to 4 days prior which means either it will be open on March Ending or April 1st. Hope You find this answer helpful. for more question and answers you can contact us.. Thank You. Tourist Taxi Srinagar by SS Caravan Travels Kashmir