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VOL. 8, ISSUE 3 (2023)
A study on the prospect of developing river tourism in Kolkata
Authors
Sourav Sana
Abstract
The growth of river tourism is dependent on the
quality of the river, its physical attributes and landscape, its marginal landscape,
the safety and financial security of visitors, the construction of roads and other
leisure-time amenities, and the availability of beach walking options. As a form
of value-added and unique revenue for river communities, river tourism is among
the most significant subcategories of nature tourism. It is time to expand tourism
on large rivers because a holiday along the rivers promises a calming and soothing
for those who are looking for solitude. River tourism in India is only beginning
to pick up in West Bengal, and businesses are investing money in it because families
are the top group of travelers who choose river vacations. A riverbank vacation
guarantees travelers an unforgettable holiday experience with exhilarating water
activities, camping, yoga, and meditation. But what a paradox that no river in India
is pollution-free. Among the most contaminated rivers in the nation is the Ganga.
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reports that contaminants are accumulating
in the river water at an alarming rate. Kolkata makes up over 76% of the river's
pollution load although covering just 2% of its total length. 22 or more drains
discharge into the river. Serious water-borne illnesses and health issues impacting
both the human population and other wildlife, fish, and birds in the environment
have been brought on by river pollution. We need to protect and maintain our rivers
in order to portray India as a destination with a variety of tourism-related products
and provide tourists with an enjoyable vacation. Backpackers, lone travelers, nature
enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and vacation seekers would all do well to choose
a riverbank location. Therefore, the goal of the research paper is to change the
river and offer suggestions for how to do so by making the public aware of them,
while also preserving Kolkata's lifeline Ganga and promoting river-oriented tourism
in Kolkata.
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Pages:18-24
How to cite this article:
Sourav Sana "A study on the prospect of developing river tourism in Kolkata". International Journal of Academic Research and Development, Vol 8, Issue 3, 2023, Pages 18-24
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