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‘Destructive’: Tribes in India at Risk as Expanding Tourism Plans Threaten Cultural Identity, Ecosystem

By Sarah Jenkins

• Oct 8, 2026 • 7 min read

‘Destructive’: Tribes in India at Risk as Expanding Tourism Plans Threaten Cultural Identity, Ecosystem

Direct Answer • Key Takeaway

India Counts 8.6 per Cent of Its 1.4 Billion Population as a Tribal Demographic – with Their Own Indigenous Culture, Food, Clothing and Lifestyle. the Government and Private Agencies Intend to Ride on Such Uniqueness from This Segment in the Name of Tribal or Eco-Tourism.

Sarah Jenkins

Senior Technology Editor & AI Specialist

Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.

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