Geography Project-Development Of Tourism In India Geography (GEOG10B) ICSE Project - Geography 10" Standard Subject: Geography Topic: Current Geographical Issues - Development of Tourism in India Index: SI no. Topics Pg no. | 1. Introduction 1 | Zs Tourism in India 2 | 3; Types of tourism in India 3 | 4. Tourism development in 4 India 5. Advantages of tourism in 5 India 6. Disadvantages of tourism 6 in India 7. Promoting tourism in India 7 | 8. Conclusion 8 | Introduction:Tourism is a social, cultural and economic phenomenon which requires the movement of people to countries or places outside their usual environment for personal or business purposes. It typically requires the tourist to feel engaged in a genuine experience of the location they are visiting. Travel and tourism have been one of the main industries to be gravely affected by COVID-19. According to the World Tourism Organization, global tourism suffered its worst year on record in 2020, with international arrivals dropping by 74 percent. The country with the biggest tourism revenue loss due to COVID-19 is the United States. It suffered with a total revenue loss of 30.7 million dollars which is approximately 2.4 million rupees.Tourism in India: India is the most digitally advanced traveller nation in terms of digital tools being used for planning, booking and experiencing a journey. India’s rising middle class and increasing disposable income has supported the growth of domestic and outbound tourism. Our country is naturally and culturally endowed with many beautiful and attractive places that have fascinated people around the world. India is known for its unity in diversity that enriches it with people from many cultures, traditions and religions which is the big reason for good tourism here.Types of tourism in India: In India, many types of tourism play major economic importance for rapid development. The types of tourism in India are as follows:- 1. Adventure Tourism - Adventure tourism has recently grown in India. This involves exploration of remote areas and locales and engaging in various activities like trekking, paragliding, bungee jumping, etc. . Wildlife Tourism - India has a rich forest cover which has some beautiful species of wildlife, some of which are even endangered and very rare. These places are also the best tourist spots for birdwatching. . Wellness Tourism - India is one of the top places in the world known for wellness. Yoga, Meditation and Ayurveda are the oldest and most effective ways of treatment. Both domestic and international tourists explore those methods. 4. Dark Tourism - India’s many travelling spots are included in the category of dark tourism. Dark tourism is connected with places that have experienced death, pain and mystery. It is popular for those who are interested in history and want to discover dark untold past stories. N wTourism development in Ind Tourism development is the process of establishing and maintaining a tourism industry in a particular location. At its most fundamental level, tourism development can be defined as the process of developing strategies and plans to increase, develop and encourage tourism ina particular destination. Indian tourism is strongly affected by terrorism, insecurity and pollution in the country. However, the sincere efforts of the Government of India are continuing to develop the Indian tourism industry. The Ministry of Tourism designs national policies for the development and promotion of tourism. In order to encourage people, a tourism campaign named ‘Incredible India’ was launched by the Indian Tourism Development Corporation in 2005.any Wats ellis = s = nts D lhcredible z India es i in| India is one of the popular tourist destinations in Asia. The enchanting backwaters, hill stations and landscapes make India a beautiful country. The advantages of tourism in India are as follows:- 1. Employment - Tourism can provide a much-needed employment for the people in India. It provides jobs in hotels, restaurants and other tourism-related industries. It also helps sustain services so that tourists can enjoy their vacations even more. . Cross-Cultural - It promotes international connections which can bring more business and cultural collaborations. Tourism creates new friendships and builds favourable relationships between India and other countries. nN3. Foreign Exchange earning - Many tourist destinations like the Taj Mahal, attract a good number of foreign tourists. This helps the country earn foreign exchange. 4. Economic growth - Tourism helps in the development of economy of a country. The tourists spend lavishly during vacation and the local people engaged in assisting the tourists earn a good income. isadvantages of tourism in Indi. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems, especially if it is not managed well. The disadvantages of tourism in India are as follows:- 1. Communication - It is challenging for tourists to communicate in a language they barely understand in foreign countries and states. Learning English may also not be helpful in some circumstances.2. Safety - India is placed at 114th position in terms of safety. The tourism sector should become strict and should pass laws against those criminals who cheat the innocent tourists. 3. Lack of Infrastructure - It is a major challenge for the Indian tourism sector. This includes hotels, health facilities, transportation etc. The major reason for this unconcern is a poor allocation of money in the budget. 4, Imbalanced Funding - Money can end up being directed to tourist areas when it could be used more effectively elsewhere in a country. The locals who don’t live in specific tourist areas miss out and suffer relative decline. OpaQ? Promoting tourism in India: India is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia and has been successful in attracting domestic andinternational tourists. A few ways to promote tourism in India are as follows:- 1. Create experiences rather than just attractions - The tourism industry needs to manipulate destinations as experiences. The tours need to be filled with tour guides, activities for the children, culinary tours, interactivity for the tourist with the culture of the place, etc. . Cleanliness and hygiene - Basic facilities such as restrooms near attractions and garbage bins are what we lack. Even if some of our attractions might have those, they are left in horrible conditions. . Enhance security protocols - We need to implement enhanced security protocols to ensure the safety of tourists. 4. Marketing Strategies - When it comes to tourism, social media is the best option these days. Our official tourist websites need to be updated to inform the readers and travelers well. N wConclusion: India is a country with a great potential for tourism. Bounded by the Himalayan ranges in the north and surrounded by the Arabian sea, Bay of Bengal and Indian Ocean, India offers a wide array of places to see and things to do. India serves as the hub of different cultures and languages within it and has always attracted domestic and international tourists. Things have now started looking bright for the Indian tourism industry. However, the Indian tourism industry has been hit by pollution. The condition of many of our monuments is deteriorating due to the negligence of the concerned authorities. The natural environment and heritage sites remain a source of attraction as long as these are not damaged beyond control from their degradation or pollution. Tourism has played a very vital role in reviving India’s art and culture. According to the latest estimates of the world travel and tourism council, this industry is expected to generate about 6 percent of India’s total employment. Tourists from foreign countries show a keen interest in the rich culture and heritage of India and this boosts the morale of the small artisans and adds to their novelty.