SHERGAON, 10 Mar: The 3-day ‘Eco Harmony Fest – Responsible Tourism Meet 2.0’ concluded here in West Kameng district on Tuesday with the participants reaffirming their commitment to promoting tourism practices that preserve the ecological and cultural heritage of Arunachal Pradesh while generating sustainable livelihood opportunities for rural communities.
The final day featured a series of panel discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions focusing on biodiversity conservation, sustainable destinations, traditional handicrafts, and the role of culture and education in rural tourism development.
The sessions were enriched by the participation of several national and international resource persons, who shared valuable insights on responsible tourism practices, community participation, and sustainable destination management.
The valedictory session highlighted the key outcomes of the meet, emphasising the importance of collaborative efforts among government agencies, tourism stakeholders, and local communities to strengthen responsible tourism.
Organised by the tourism department, in collaboration with the Seinthuk Responsible Tourism Committee, Shergaon, the event was held under the theme ‘Biodiversity and culinary trails’, highlighting the region’s rich biodiversity, traditional culinary heritage, and the role of community-based tourism in sustainable development. (DIPRO)
