Archive · 25 Dec 2025
Jalpaiguri Launches Clean Tourism Initiative
The Jalpaiguri district administration has started a new project called 'Parishkar Paryatan' to keep tourist places clean and plastic-free.
They want to make sure that the beautiful natural areas in Jalpaiguri stay nice for visitors.
The project involves many people, including local leaders, police, and community groups.
They are putting up special trash bins, teaching people about proper waste disposal, and even giving awards to the cleanest spots.
They are also using eco-friendly items like sal leaf plates instead of plastic.
This project is to make sure that tourism grows in a way that is good for the environment.
Jalpaiguri district administration launched 'Parishkar Paryatan' to promote clean and sustainable tourism.
The initiative focuses on cleanliness, waste management, and reducing plastic use at tourist destinations.
Major tourist zones have been mapped and structured planning is in place for focused implementation.
Community participation is encouraged, with stakeholders including local officials, NGOs, and businesses.
Eco-friendly alternatives to plastic are being promoted, supporting both environmental and livelihood goals.
- Who
- Jalpaiguri district administration and Zilla Parishad
- What
- Launched 'Parishkar Paryatan' clean tourism initiative
- When
- Inaugurated on Wednesday
- Where
- Lali Guras Picnic Spot, Matiali block, Jalpaiguri district
- Why
- To maintain cleanliness, reduce plastic use, and promote sustainable tourism
- Initiative Name
- Parishkar Paryatan
- Launch Location
- Lali Guras Picnic Spot, Matiali block
- Key Focus Areas
- Cleanliness, waste management, plastic reduction
- Stakeholders Involved
- District administration, gram panchayats, police, NGOs, local businesses, community groups
- Enforcement Measures
- Fines for littering and plastic use, community monitoring
- Eco-friendly Alternatives
- Sal leaf plates, biodegradable bags, products from self-help groups
- Incentives
- Seasonal awards for cleanest spots, best waste management