Sustainable, Inclusive, and Climate-Resilient Tourism Development at Tehri Lake Area Project

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The project aims to develop tourism infrastructure and services in Uttarakhand's Tehri Lake region to boost local livelihoods, improve visitor facilities, and strengthen climate resilience. It targets Tehri Garhwal District, one of Uttarakhand's most climate-vulnerable and economically disadvantaged areas, benefiting over 87,000 residents and 2.7 million annual visitors. The project includes improved tourism planning, upgraded infrastructure, waste management, disaster preparedness, institutional capacity building, climate-resilient infrastructure, nature-based interventions for landslide and flood risks, and inclusive tourism services involving women, youth, and private enterprises.