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Pros and Cons of Houseboat Cruise in Kerala with Particular Reference to Kumarakom

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  • Aju Mathew

    (PG & Research Department of Commerce Maruthupandiyar college of Arts & Science, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, Affiliated to Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India.)

  • Dr B. Sathiyabama

    (Department of Commerce, Govt Arts College (Autonomous), Kumbakonam, Affiliated to Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India.)

  • Dr N. Santhosh Kumar

    (PG & Research Department of Commerce Maruthupandiyar college of Arts & Science, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, Affiliated to Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India.)

Abstract

This study investigates the dual impacts—economic and environmental—of houseboat tourism in Kumarakom, Kerala. Drawing on responses from 150 participants across three key stakeholder groups (local residents, tourists, and tour operators), the research examines both the benefits and challenges associated with this form of ecotourism. A structured questionnaire was employed, and data were analyzed using chi-square statistical techniques. The findings indicate that while houseboat tourism fosters job creation, community identity, and infrastructure development, it also poses significant environmental concerns such as water pollution, reduced fish yields, and invasion of local privacy. These contradictory outcomes necessitate stricter policy regulation and environmentally responsible tourism practices. This paper contributes to the discourse on sustainable tourism by offering recommendations for balancing ecological preservation with economic gain.

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  • Aju Mathew & Dr B. Sathiyabama & Dr N. Santhosh Kumar, 2025. "Pros and Cons of Houseboat Cruise in Kerala with Particular Reference to Kumarakom," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(7), pages 1878-1884, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:issue-7:p:1878-1884
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