Plastic, Traffic and Landslides: How rising tourist footfall is posing threat to the mountainous region

Plastic, Traffic and Landslides: How rising tourist footfall is posing threat to the mountainous region

Mountain regions have long occupied a special place in human imagination. Their snow-capped peaks, dense forests, pristine rivers, and tranquil landscapes have inspired poets, pilgrims, adventurers, and nature lovers for centuries. In recent years, however, these fragile ecosystems have witnessed an unprecedented surge in tourist footfall. Improved road connectivity, the influence of social media, rising disposable incomes, and a growing desire …