Archive · 26 Sep 2025
Bengal Gears Up for Sustainable Tourism Initiatives
Imagine a plan to make the Himalayas a great place to visit in a way that helps the environment and local people!
Tourism groups are planning events and programs to show how tourism can be good for everyone.
They want to protect nature, use clean energy, and support local businesses.
They will also have festivals to celebrate culture and encourage everyone to join in.
It's like a plan to make tourism better for the future, including things like homestays and eco-friendly practices.
Tourism stakeholders in north Bengal are preparing for World Tourism Day.
HHTDN is organizing events to promote eco-friendly tourism in the Bengal Himalayas.
The Association for Conservation and Tourism (ACT) launched the Kanchenjunga Tourism Festival.
Bhutan is a partner nation for the festival, promoting cross-border collaboration.
HHTDN aims to establish the Bengal Himalayas as a model for sustainable tourism.
- Who
- HHTDN, ACT, tourism stakeholders, govt departments
- What
- Initiatives and events for sustainable tourism
- When
- World Tourism Day on September 27, with festival starting on Thursday
- Where
- Bengal Himalayas, Siliguri
- Why
- To promote eco-friendly, inclusive, and sustainable tourism that benefits society, culture, and the environment.
Traditional Tourism Practices
Sustainable Tourism Practices
Environmental Impact
Traditional Tourism Practices
Focus on economic growth without strong environmental considerations.
Sustainable Tourism Practices
Prioritize green certification, waste management, and preserving heritage.
- Organizations
- HHTDN, ACT
- Event
- World Tourism Day celebrations & Kanchenjunga Tourism Festival
- Date
- September 27 (World Tourism Day), Festival starts on Thursday (through Sept 27)
- Location
- Bengal Himalayas, Siliguri
- Focus
- Eco-friendly and Inclusive Tourism
- Key Themes
- Green certification, waste management, homestays, cultural trails
