Best Practices in news from NE
Tourists seeking to trek in the scenic and lesser-known trails of East Khasi Hills district must now compulsorily hire registered local guides. The new regulation, introduced by the local administration, is aimed at ensuring visitor safety, minimizing environmental impact, and promoting sustainable tourism.
Popular trekking routes impacted by this rule include:
The Nongriat double-decker living root bridge trail
The hike to Rainbow Falls
The historic David Scott Trail
The Smit to Laitlum Canyon trek
Tyrna to Mawlynnong (cleanest village) trek
Mawryngkhang bamboo skywalk from Wakhen village
APSC Relevance (GS-I: Geography, Culture & Tourism; GS-III: Environment):
Highlights eco-sensitive tourism management and community-based tourism in Northeast India.
Promotes livelihood for local communities through regulated tourism.
Reflects on sustainable development practices and heritage conservation.
Useful in case studies on balancing tourism and environmental sustainability in Himalayan and tribal regions.
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