AI SUPPORTED TOURISM DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK FOR UTTARAKHAND
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15697907Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence, Tourism Development, Uttarakhand, Himalayan Tourism, Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainable Tourism, Mountain Destinations, Digital Transformation, Smart Tourism, Cultural Heritage, Disaster Management, Accessibility, Seasonal TourismAbstract
This chapter examines the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies for addressing tourism development challenges in Uttarakhand's hilly regions. The study explores how AI applications can tackle critical issues including accessibility constraints, seasonal dependency, disaster vulnerability, and service quality inconsistencies that have historically hindered sustainable tourism growth in this Himalayan state.
The chapter identifies key AI solutions including intelligent destination management systems, predictive analytics for visitor flow optimization, disaster risk reduction technologies, and personalized experience enhancement tools.
The research reveals that successful AI adoption in Uttarakhand's tourism sector requires addressing complex challenges related to digital infrastructure limitations, diverse stakeholder technology literacy levels, and the need to preserve cultural authenticity while embracing modernization. The integrated framework presented addresses these challenges through culturally appropriate engagement strategies, sustainable financing mechanisms, and adaptive management approaches that enable continuous learning and system refinement.
Key findings indicate that AI technologies offer significant potential for transforming tourism experiences while supporting sustainable development objectives, but implementation success depends critically on comprehensive stakeholder engagement, respect for local contexts, and long-term commitment to capacity building and system maintenance. The chapter concludes with recommendations for future research and practical guidelines for destination managers seeking to leverage AI technologies for inclusive and sustainable tourism development in mountain regions.
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