IGNOU MTM-16/MTTM-16 Project – Tourism in Uttaranchal’s Economic Development

Uttaranchal has a cultured and colorful society. The religious, social and cultural urges of the people of Uttaranchal find an expression in various fairs and festivals, which are in turn closely linked to the social and economic activities of the region. The Bhotias are businessmen and born mountaineers. The Bhoitas of Uttaranchal claim descent from the Rajputs, who came from Kumaon and Garhwal and settled in the highter valleys. Those living close to the Mana pass near Badrinath and those by the Niti pass are known as Tolchas and Marchas respectively.

Objectives

• Role of tourism in economic development of UTTARANCHAL.
• Key performance indicators of Tourism attractions in UTTARANCHAL.
• Role of tourism in employment generation in UTTARANCHAL.
• Current Tourists safety and security measures and ways to improve them.
• Endeavour to promote tourism on a sustained and long term perspective.
• Collaborate with Govt. in the promotion and marketing of destinations.
• Role of media in advertising tourism locally and globally.
• Advantages/disadvantages in attracting foreign investment in development of tourism.
• Role/behavior of local people in Tourism development.
• To create a balance between Tourism activities and Environmental issues.
• To ensure that the activities undertaken are in tune with the set guidelines, rules and regulations as prescribed by the government of india.

Topic Covered

• Introduction to UTTARANCHAL
• Festivals of UTTARANCHAL
• Role of Government for the Development of Tourism in UTTARANCHAL
• Conclusion
• References