1.
Anil Mishra
– Anil Mishra Is Asst. Prof. At Jnkvv-jabalpur
2.
Priyanka Jharkhariya
– Priyanka Is Research Scholar Barkhatullah Univ. Bhopal
Abstract
Tourism today is the most vibrant tertiary activity
and a multi-billion industry in India. Traditionally known
largely for its historical and cultural dimensions,
tourism today is highlighted for its immense business
opportunities. With its lucrative linkages with
transport, hotel industry etc., the potential and
performance of Indian tourism industry needs to be
gauged in terms of its socio-economic magnitudes.
This paper traces the progress made by Indian
tourism industry in the planning era, and the emerging
issues (like alternative tourism) under globalization.
It examines the problems and challenges of the
country as well as the pitfalls in tourism planning in
India. The paper also makes some policy suggestions
to address the constraints in promoting sustainable
tourism in India.
