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Mitigating Overtourism in Sikkim: A Review base Analysis for Research

Author(s) Happyson Gachuiwo, Sochipam Zimik, Moses Newme, T Luithuiwung Awungshi, Tapas Kumar Sahoo
Country India
Abstract Sikkim, renowned globally for its beautifully designed picturesque landscapes, including towering snow-capped peaks, pristine lakes, Buddhist monasteries and rich cultural heritage, is poised to become a significant player in the global tourism industry. The Civil Aviation and Tourism Department of Sikkim projects a record of 1.2 million visitors in 2024, highlighting both the potential and the challenges of managing such high tourist volumes. This study aims to address the pressing issue of overtourism by formulating strategies to manage visitor numbers and mitigate associated impacts. The rapid influx of tourists has stressed Sikkim’s infrastructure, leading to environmental degradation, cultural erosion, and resource depletion. Specific destinations such as Gangtok, Tsomgo Lake, and Yumthang Valley are particularly affected by traffic congestion, unregulated trekking, waste accumulation, and vehicle pollution, revealing significant management deficiencies. The present study shall examine stakeholder roles in traffic congestion management, and the preservation of Sikkim’s unique cultural heritage, notably its Buddhist monasteries, which face disruptions due to increased visitor numbers. Despite the economic benefits of tourism, they are unevenly distributed, with many rural communities missing out on the growth while grappling with inflation problem especially the rapid rising of living costs. This study advocates for a balanced approach to tourism that enhances the destinations’ aesthetic appeal and manages growth sustainably. It emphasizes the adoption of sustainable tourism practices, including regulating tourist numbers, strategies to control traffic congestion, promoting eco-friendly accommodations, and improving waste management. Although the state has implemented measures like banning single-use plastics and encouraging organic farming, more comprehensive strategies are required for long-term sustainability. The study will focus on developing policies to address overtourism, explore untapped destinations, and improve stakeholder competency.
Keywords Mitigating Factor, Overtourism, Strategies, Sustainability
Discipline Sociology > Tourism / Transport
Published In Volume 3, Issue 3, May-June 2025
Published On 2025-05-14
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