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Tourism Development In A Remote State: A Case Study Of Arunachal Pradesh, India

In: Handbook of Tourism Economics Analysis, New Applications and Case Studies

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  • Amitava Mitra

    (Rajiv Gandhi University, Arunachal Pradesh, India)

  • Maila Lama

    (Rajiv Gandhi University, Arunachal Pradesh, India)

Abstract

Arunachal Pradesh, the eastern most state of India, is one of the ‘hotspots’ of global biodiversity. This state is a micro-hotspot within the larger Eastern Himalayas hotspot. Based on satellite imagery, the forest area in this state constitutes around 81.91% of its total area, which is one of the highest of any state in India. The conflict between development process and protecting the rich biodiversity of Arunachal Pradesh is becoming increasingly apparent. Arunachal Pradesh has a unique opportunity to map out a development path that is sustainable and ecologically sound. Despite being rich in its natural resource endowment, the state is one of the most backward states of India. In these circumstances, the promotion of tourism appears to be one of the best ways of generating internal revenue, employment, income and accelerating the pace of development in this state. In addition, the promotion of nature-based and ecotourism can play an important role in the State's strategy for conserving its rich forest resources as well as its cultural heritage. Hence, the present chapter deals with the opportunities and challenges of developing tourism in this remote state of India.

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  • Amitava Mitra & Maila Lama, 2013. "Tourism Development In A Remote State: A Case Study Of Arunachal Pradesh, India," World Scientific Book Chapters, in: Clement A Tisdell (ed.), Handbook of Tourism Economics Analysis, New Applications and Case Studies, chapter 30, pages 705-723, World Scientific Publishing Co. Pte. Ltd..
    • Handle: RePEc:wsi:wschap:9789814327084_0030
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