There are many whose livelihood depends on the tourism of tiger reserves.
new delh, India (
prHWY.com) September 5, 2012 - There are many whose livelihood depends on the tourism of tiger reserves. Today a article published on Times of India e - edition (
http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-08-13/flora-fauna/33182046_1_ranthambore-national-park-canters-tourism), which shows how much it will effect on livelihood of local if the SC retain the band over tiger tourism. The article only show the effect on livelihood of local. According to wikipedia there are around 102 National Parks in India. So its a hard work to assume how much people loss their livelihood due to the decision. While we were talking with Mr. Pradeep Rawat, chief corbett tour operator for GTI Travels, told us that there are many families in kumaon region, Uttrakhand, whose livelihood depends on tourism in park. He also added not only the locals but many from other parts of India also depend of national park for lively hood. When we asked evaluate total loose in terms of money, if he has any guess. Replied with a big laughter "I think it's hard to evaluate to government also".
Its the fact the SC decision will make sadness on many faces local as well as wildlife lovers. For more such updates on Corbett national Park stay in touch with facebook.com/jimcorbettnationalparkindia or simply browse
http://www.corbettnationalpark-india.com and book packages and hotels
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