14/03/2026
🌿 Exploring the Eco-Tourism Potential of Karbi Anglong, Assam
Natural landscapes hold immense potential—not just for tourism, but for conservation, community participation, and sustainable livelihoods.
As part of ongoing field assessments for the Integrated Tribal Development Project (ITDP), the expert team from the Centre for Sustainable Green Economy (CSGE) undertook a two-day field visit to Karbi Anglong, Assam, to study existing and potential eco-tourism sites across the region.
Surrounded by pristine forests, hills, and waterfalls, Karbi Anglong offers remarkable opportunities to develop responsible eco-tourism models that support both biodiversity conservation and local economies.
During the visit, the team explored several prominent natural sites, including:
📍 Langvoku Waterfall – A beautiful site managed by a dedicated Eco Development Committee of 24 local members, reflecting strong community stewardship in protecting natural resources while creating livelihood opportunities.
📍 Longsokangthu (Siloni) Waterfall – Located amidst scenic hill landscapes, the site highlights the region’s rich ecological character and its potential to promote responsible tourism while maintaining environmental balance.
📍 Dikrut (Dikrupti) Waterfall – One of the most picturesque natural attractions in Karbi Anglong, surrounded by dense forests and lush green hills, offering significant promise for sustainable tourism development.
Beyond site visits, the team engaged with key stakeholders including the Departments of Tourism, Forest, Arts & Culture, Industries, along with Village Management Committees, mountaineering institutes, and local tour operators to understand ground realities and collaborative opportunities.
The visit concluded with a debriefing session with concerned departments, where the team shared its approach toward developing a community-centric and environmentally responsible eco-tourism framework under the Integrated Tribal Development Project.
Initiatives like these highlight how nature conservation, community participation, and sustainable development can go hand in hand, especially in ecologically rich regions like Northeast India.
We look forward to continuing this journey of building resilient ecosystems while strengthening local livelihoods through responsible tourism.
Centre for Sustainable Green Economy EcoTourism
