INSTITUTE OF INTEGRATED

AND
HONOURS STUDIES
(KURUKSHETRA UNIVERSITY)

ON THE TRIP REPORT IN THE PARTIAL

FULFILLMENT OF BATCHELOR OF TOURISM MANAGEMENT
SUBMITTED TO. SUBMITTED BY
DR. VINEET DEEPAK KUMAR
H.O.D CLASS – BTM 2ND YEAR
TOURISM MANAGEMENT ROLL NO. – 192914
EXAM ROLL NO. – 191084706
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

This project would never have been accomplished without the help of
my colleagues, friends and relatives and I would like to express my
deepest gratitude to all of them.

Thanks are offered to the Department of tourism management, IIHS

(KUK) principal Dr. Sanjeev Gupta for providing the facilities. I would
like to acknowledge my gratitude to H.O.D Dr. Vineet Kumar for
giving me the opportunity to work under his command as Bachelor
student and also for Dr. Nirmal, Dr. Pawan, Dr. Renu Malra and Dr.
Vivek Gaur for his support, guidance and encouragement throughout
this work.

I also would like to express my acknowledgement and deepest gratitude

to my dear family, for their endless patience, love, support,
understanding and encouragement in the most difficult period in my
work. Also to my entire classmates and colleagues for their extremely.
DECLARATION

This is certify that I Deepak Kumar of B.T.M. 2nd year Roll

no. 192914 has completed this project report entitled Andaman and
Nicobar with my best of knowledge. The information given in this
report is correct and not copied from any other report of this year. It is
my Original work.

Signature

(DEEPAK KUMAR)
PREFACE
Tourism is a multi-faceted phenomenon, which involves movement to
and stays in destinations outside the normal place of residence. Man has
been a confirmed traveler since ancient times – a nomad – as travelling
has been a characteristic feature of human society and lifestyle.

The excursions made by travelers help to discover the new places around
the globe. Travel in early times is synonymous with the modern day
tourism.Tourism is an ever – expanding service industry with latent vast
growth potential and has, therefore, become one of the crucial concern
of not only the nations but also international as a whole. It is being
perceived as an important instrument of economic development.

The two aspects of tourism – its capacity to generate employment both

directly as well as indirectly, and its potential to earn had international
for the host country – have made this industry greatly desirable for all
concerned: governments, entrepreneurs and people in general. It has
come, therefore, increasingly to occupy a place of important not only for
the business sector but also for the concerned academic and management
institutions.
The main elements in the process of tourism are man, space and time.
Infact in a significant sense, it is new of the most of the influential
phenomenon in the economic and social development of society. There
is hardly another economic sector, which generate as many added
values, employment and foreign exchange and that also at such a low
cost as tourism.

The economic significance of tourism is well brought out by the

statistics / figures of the world tourism and travel council (WTTC) and
John Naisbaitt in his book ‘Global Paradox’ as it contributes 10.2% to
world GDP, 10.7% of capital investment, employs 10.6% of global work
force, accounts for 10.9% of all customer spending and 6.9% of all
government spending.

OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY

★ For Fulfillment of B.T.M.

It is the major objective of my report. I am a student of Bachelor in
Tourism Management slide the report is compulsory for the student of
the course. This report carries 100 marks and each and every mark is
very important.

★ To see the real Picture of Tourism

This report is also to see the natural beautiful destination Andaman and
Nicobar . In Andaman and Nicobar there is so many beautiful
destination.

★ For Practical Exposure

Main Objective of this report is to gain the Practical Knowledge and
learn the basic element of Tourism industry as to make arrangement for
tour.

★ For Betterment of Tourist:-

This report is also useful for the betterment of our future. It helps us to
gain Practical Knowledge and experience that helps us in tour
Profession.

TOURIST RESOURCE OF INDIA

Resources is a very broad term, it is basically anything that can be
considered a valuable addition. Anything from air to gold is all
resources. Let us take a look at the two broad types of resources –
natural resources and man-made resources.

There are two most important factors that can turn any substance into a
resource- time and technology. With the help of technology, innovation
humans can transform a natural or man-made substance into a resource.
Like, minerals, fish or other marine creatures sourced from the sea can
be used for our food and medicines.

Natural Resources
Anything and everything that is available naturally on earth is a natural
resource.

Natural resources in their true form are not immediately usable in all
cases. In general, most of them need some changes or treatment before
use. They also require proper ‘ management for conservation and
rational exploitation, more so when these are irreplaceable. The mere
presence of natural resources in any region does not suggest that such
resources are used by men there.

In fact the latent resources of many countries inspired the more

enterprising people of Europe where, such resources were not easily
available to get possession of land. Natural resources of a backward
region always invited occupation by migrants from developed countries.

Natural attractions of india

★ Snow Capped Peaks –Munsiyari

Snow-Peak-Munsiyari

The trekkers paradise is a hill station nestled in the snow capped peaks
of the great Himalayas in the Pithoragarh District of Uttarakhand.
Munsiyari is the base point for various treks of the great Himalayan
mountain ranges.
★ Zanskar Valley -Ladakh

The Zanskar Valley is one of the remotest places in India, located in

Ladakh. Zanskar Range is a mountain range that separates Spiti and
Ladakh, The highest peaks of Himachal are located in the Zanskar range.

★Sand Dunes -Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer, the jewel of desert is located near to the state capital Jaipur in
Rajasthan. The Golden city is known for its grand fort, palaces and
several ornate Jain temples along with the golden Sand Dunes and camel
safari.
★Salt Marsh -Kutch

The Rann of Kutch is a salt marsh divided into two main parts, Great
Rann of Kutch and Little Rann of Kutch in the Kutch district of
Gujarat.Rann of Kutch has thar desert on one side and the sea on the
other, which makes it an intresting region for unique flora and fauna like
famous Indian Wild Ass,desert fox and near threatened blackbuck.

★Dudhsagar Waterfall -Goa

The astonishing waterfalls is created by the Mandovi river and located in
the Bhagwan Mahavir Wild Life Sanctuary on the border of Goa and
Karnataka. Dudhsagar falls or Sea of Milk is a tiered and most powerful
falls,listed as India’s fifth tallest waterfall, It offers one of the most
spectacular natural phenomena in the country.

Man-Made Resources
When humans use natural things to make something new that provides
utility and value to our lives, it is called human-made resources. For
instance, when we use metals, wood, cement, sand, and solar energy to
make buildings, machinery, vehicles, bridges, roads, etc. they become
man-made resources. Likewise, technology is also a man-made resource.
Man-made resources are mostly renewable. One can re-build a building
or fixed a broken machine.

And, because humans have the skills, intelligence, and knowledge, and
use technology to transform a natural resource into usable and valuable
things, they themselves become a resource. That is what we know as
Human Resource.
Human beings are also resources as they can reproduce and are
replaceable and maintainable. They have also the strength, dexterity and
physical skills. When these are strength, dexterity and physical skills.
When these are added to their talents to think, create and innovate, they
become human powers.

Man-Made Tourist Aattractions of India

★Taj Mahal, Agra

The Taj will be first on the list! The Taj is obviously the most famous
monument in India and other than the Eiffel Tower, maybe in the world.
It’s based on the Yamuna River and you will want to go there at sunrise
to see the best views with less people. You should definitely do a tour as
the history of why this was built is a great story. Here are 13 tips for
visiting the Taj Mahal.
★Gateway of India, Mumbai

You’ll find this easily when you start to sightsee in Mumbai, and it was
the first place I took my parents to see. When the Brits left India and
India got democracy, they left through this gate – so it’s a really
meaningful place. Here are some tips for one day in Mumbai.
★Golden Temple, Amritsar

The Golden Temple is a Sikh temple made of 750 kilograms of pure

gold It’s stunning. The whole complex is beautiful with koi fish
swimming in the water around the temple. I did a day trip here, but
regret that as Amritsar has really good food. You can visit Wagah border
in the same day easily, which is another attraction in India I highly
recommend. Read up on the Golden Temple and it’s importance here
they feed 100,000 people for free each day.
★Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur

I adore this fort and the whole city! Mehrangarh fort is the first place I
took a real tour in India and learned about how they used to fight (with
elephants) and was so drawn into it all. It’s a magical type of place
overlooking India’s blue city – yup, it’s painted blue! Here’s my guide
to Jodhpur.
★Amber Fort, Amer

So this is in Amer, but don’t worry that’s just a 45 minute drive from
Jaipur – that’s why the other name is “Amer Fort”. This Hindu Fort
overlooks Maota lake and is truly stunning. There are elephant rides up
to it, which is all part of the attraction, but I urge you not to as some of
those elephants have been making that walk for 30+ years and sleeping
in chains at night. Check out my guide to Jaipur.
DESTINATION

ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands, a union territory of India comprising

572 islands of which 37 are inhabited, are a group of islands at the
juncture of the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea

The territory is about 150 km (93 mi) north of Aceh in Indonesia and
separated from Thailand and Myanmar by the Andaman Sea. It
comprises two island groups, the Andaman Islands (partly) and the
Nicobar Islands, separated by the 150 km wide Ten Degree Channel (on
the 10°N parallel), with the Andamans to the north of this latitude, and
the Nicobars to the south (or by 179 km). The Andaman Sea lies to the
east and the Bay of Bengal to the west.

The territory’s capital is the city of Port Blair. The total land area of the
islands is approximately 8,249 km2 (3,185 sq mi). The territory is
divided into three districts: Nicobar District with Car Nicobar as capital,
South Andaman district with Port Blair as capital and North and Middle
Andaman district with Mayabunder as capital.

The islands host the Andaman and Nicobar Command, the only tri-
service geographical command of the Indian Armed Forces.
The Andaman Islands are home to the Sentinelese people, an
uncontacted people. The Sentinelese might be the only people currently
known to not have reached further than a Paleolithic level of
technology,however, this is disputed, as evidence of metalwork was
found in their island.

HISTORY

First inhabitants

The earliest archaeological evidence documents some 2,200 years.

However, genetic and cultural studies suggest that the indigenous
Andamanese people may have been isolated from other populations
during the Middle Paleolithic, which ended 30,000 years ago. Since that
time, the Andamanese have diversified into linguistically and culturally
distinct, territorial groups.

The Nicobar Islands appear to have been populated by people of various

backgrounds. By the time of European contact, the indigenous
inhabitants had coalesced into the Nicobarese people, speaking a
Austroasiatic language, and the Shompen, whose language is of
uncertain affiliation. Neither language is related to Andamanese.

Chola empire period

Rajendra Chola I (1014 to 1042 CE), used the Andaman and Nicobar
Islands as a strategic naval base to launch an expedition against the
Srivijaya Empire (modern-day Indonesia). The Cholas called the island
Ma-Nakkavaram (“great open/naked land”), found in the Thanjavur
inscription of 1050 CE. European traveller Marco Polo (12th–13th
century) also referred to this island as ‘Necuverann’ and a corrupted
form of the Tamil name Nakkavaram would have led to the modern
name Nicobar during the British colonial period.
Danish colonial period and British rule

The history of organised European colonisation on the islands began

when settlers from the Danish East India Company arrived in the
Nicobar Islands on 12 December 1755. On 1 January 1756, the Nicobar
Islands were made a Danish colony, first named New Denmark,[citation
needed] and later (December 1756) Frederick’s Islands (Frederiksoerne).
During 1754–1756 they were administrated from Tranquebar (in
continental Danish India). The islands were repeatedly abandoned due to
outbreaks of malaria between 14 April 1759 and 19 August 1768, from
1787 to 1807/05, 1814 to 1831, 1830 to 1834 and gradually from 1848
for good.[citation needed]

From 1 June 1778 to 1784, Austria mistakenly assumed that Denmark

had abandoned its claims to the Nicobar Islands and attempted to
establish a colony on them,renaming them Theresia Islands

World War II

During World War II, the islands were practically under Japanese
control, only nominally under the authority of the Arzi Hukumate Azad
Hind of Subhash Chandra Bose. Bose visited the islands during the war
and renamed them as “Shaheed-Dweep” (Martyr Island) and “Swaraj-
dweep” (Self-rule Island).

General Loganathan, of the Indian National Army, was made the

Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. On 22 February 1944 he
along with four INA officers—Major Mansoor Ali Alvi, Sub. Lt. Md.
Iqbal, Lt. Suba Singh, and stenographer Srinivasan—arrived at
Lambaline Airport in Port Blair. On 21 March 1944, the Headquarters of
the Civil Administration was established near the gurdwara at Aberdeen
Bazaar. On 2 October 1944, Col. Loganathan handed over the charge to
Maj. Alvi and left Port Blair, never to return.

Japanese Vice Admiral Hara Teizo and Major-General Tamenori Sato

surrendered the islands to Brigadier J A Salomons, commander of 116th
Indian Infantry Brigade, and Chief Administrator Noel K Patterson,
Indian Civil Service, on 7 October 1945, in a ceremony performed on
the Gymkhana Ground, Port Blair.

After independence
During the independence of both India (1947) and Burma (1948), the
departing British announced their intention to resettle all Anglo-Indians
and Anglo-Burmese on these islands to form their own nation, although
this never materialised. It became part of India in 1950 and was declared
as a union territory of the nation in 1956.

India has been developing defence facilities on the islands since the
1980s. The islands now have a key position in India’s strategic role in
the Bay of Bengal and the Malacca Strait.

2004 tsunami

On 26 December 2004, the coasts of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands

were devastated by a 10 m (33 ft) high tsunami following an undersea
earthquake in the Indian Ocean. More than 2,000 people lost their lives,
4,000 children were orphaned or suffered the loss of one parent, and at
least 40,000 people were rendered homeless. More than 46,000 people
were injured. The worst affected Nicobar islands were Katchal and
Indira Point; the latter subsided 4.25 metres (13.9 feet) and was partially
submerged in the ocean. The lighthouse at Indira Point was damaged but
has been repaired since. A significant portion of the union territory was
submerged and subsequently lost to sea. The territory which measured
8,073 km2 (3,117 sq mi) before the tsunami now stands at 7,950 km2
(3,070 sq mi).

While the locals and tourists on the islands suffered the greatest
casualties from the tsunami, most of the aboriginal people survived on
account of oral traditions passed down over generations that warned
them to evacuate from the large waves that follow earthquakes.

ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR

Overview
Located at the juncture of the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea,
Andaman Island is an astonishing and captivating holiday destination.
You will find some of the best attractions in Andaman like Port Blair,
Neil Island and Havelock Island. This place also invites a lot of couples
and honeymoon travellers to experience the most of the place. Find out
more by going through the Andaman tour itinerary.

Andaman Tour

The island not only offers a remarkable backdrop for some amazing
pictures but also provides thrilling water sports activities like snorkelling
and banana ride. Scuba diving is one of the best experiences one can
entertain in while spending an awesome vacation on the island. An
Andaman tour guide will surely help you plan your trip better, here is
how we planned our 5 days Andaman tour itinerary.

Andaman and Nicobar Island

Day-wise itinerary
1st Day – Arrive Andaman and visit to Corbyn’s Cove, Sound&
Light Show at Cellular Jail

2nd Day – Journey to Havelock by Ferry from Port Blair and visit
Radhanagar Beach at Havelock

3rd Day – Havelock: Excursion to Elephant Beach

4th Day – Leisure

5th Day – Havelock: Return to Port Blair

6th Day – Departure

Day 1 – Arrive Andaman and visit to Corbyn’s
Cove, Sound & Light Show at Cellular Jail:
In the first day of your Andaman tour itinerary, you will arrive at Port
Blair in the morning/afternoon by flight and transfer to your designated
hotel. After lunch, you will proceed to Corbyn’s Cove beach, the only
beach in the city of Port Blair. You will find this secluded and unspoilt
beach just 8 kilometres from the City centre, and a prominent
sightseeing place in Andaman. With pleasant blue sea water and lush
green coconut palms, the beach allows travellers to relax alongside and
enjoy several water sports available on the shore of the beach.

In the evening, you can visit the enthralling Sound and Light Show (at
1800 hrs or 1900 Hrs, depending on light and sound show ticket
availability) at Cellular Jail. You must include this in your Andaman
tour itinerary where you will be able to witness the heroic saga of the
Indian freedom struggle through this show. Do not miss out on one of
the most engaging attractions that Port Blair has to offer. It aims at
telling the story of the history at Cellular Jail. You will also get a perfect
blend of both information and entertainment.
Day 2 – Journey to Havelock by Ferry from
Port Blair and visit Radhanagar Beach at
Havelock:
In the second day of your Andaman tour itinerary, you will depart by
ferry from Port Blair to Havelock. The ferry takes approximately 2.5 hrs
to reach Havelock. On arrival, you can proceed to the selected hotel. In
the evening, you can visit Beach No 7 (Radhanagar Beach). It is rated as
the ‘Best Beach in Asia’ by Time Magazine. The long stretch of white
sand beach lined by Mahua trees and the turquoise blue water of the sea
will surely make it every traveller’s dream. This beach is not rocky as
other beaches of Andaman and you will not find any better place to have
a bath in the sea. It also has a locker room and changing room facilities
and a restaurant as well as some food shacks.

Day 3 – Havelock: Excursion to Elephant

Beach:
You will be staying in Havelock on the third day of your Andaman tour
itinerary. On this day, you will embark on the most memorable
snorkelling trip. You will witness Elephant beach, just 25 min by boat.
This beach offers snorkelers calm blue shallow waters and the perfect
spot for beginner snorkelers. The boat goes right up to the beach and it is
so easy to slip on your gear and just start snorkelling.

It is also a great place to just spend the day lying on the beach and
relaxing with your loved ones. You will also find the beach very scenic
with fallen trees and white sand giving the photographer some
interesting shots. The reef here starts very close to shore at a depth of
approximately 1 metre. The large reef is mostly made up of hard coral
and has plenty of marine life to offer as well. Return back to the hotel to
relax and unwind.

Day 4 – Leisure:

Holidaying in an Island destination definitely requires a day at leisure.

On the 4th day of your Andaman tour itinerary, you can relax and
unwind on Havelock Island. The beauty of Havelock Islands lies in the
natural beauty and quiet pace of life. Walk down to the beach in front,
relax, unwind, perfect the art of doing nothing. This is the best way to
experience the Andaman tour. You will find this place giving you an
unforgettable curve of white sand with perfectly coloured waters and it
is a spectacular and romantic spot which is a must-visit place for all the
couples. The beach has the best fruit sellers, cheap restaurants and a lot
of activities for the travellers to entertain in. You can click plenty of
amazing pictures and spent quality time with your loved ones.

Day 5 – Havelock: Return to Port Blair:

You will be returning to Port Blair on the 5th day of your Andaman tour
itinerary. Return from Havelock Island in the evening by private ferry
and transfer to hotel in Port Blair. Ferry journey takes approximately 1.5
hrs to cover the distance. Enjoy the evening at leisure.

Day 6 – Departure:
Pack your bags and head to the airport on the last day of your Andaman
tour itinerary. Depart Port Blair with fond memories of these fascinating
Islands.

PLACES TO VISIT IN THE ANDAMAN AND

NICOBAR

★ Havalock inland

★ Radhanagar beach

★ Cellular jail

★ Snorkeling in Andaman

★ Ross island

★ Viper island

★ Neil island
★ Baratang island

★ Rajiv Gandhi water sports complex

SOUVENIR AND SHOPPING

While exploring the Andamans archipelago, its various beach markets
and quaint outlets tucked inside by-lanes, you’re likely to come across
the most exquisite curios made from natural and locally-available raw
materials. Ranging from cane handicrafts, wooden decorative items and
accessories made from sea shells and pearls, the street markets in the
Andamans offer a surfeit of souvenirs.

★ Add a touch of wood to your home

The Port Blair market offers a plethora of souvenirs made of wood that
will add a unique touch to the interiors of your home. These souvenir
shops in Andaman sell products ranging from magnificent wooden
statuettes, to household bric-a-brac (spoons, vessels and glasses) and a
variety of elegantly-designed furniture sparkling with brass panelling
and gold-coloured edges. Palm mats are popular among tourists that
shop in Andamans

★ Pick up a seashell necklace

Nothing matches a beach town when it comes to accessories that are
made of sea-born items. Be it a necklace made of sparkling pearls or a
bracelet of colourful sea shells, the markets here are teeming with
variety. The sea-shell jewellery is made legally here, so you might want
to make some space in your luggage for these exquisite pieces.

★ Pick up a bamboo souvenir

The shelves of Port Blair’s lively street markets are stacked with small
bamboo figurines, mats and beautiful showpieces. Carved by hand by
the tribal artisans of Nicobar, these small knick-knacks make for lovely
gift items. These charming bamboo craftworks are one of the best things
to buy in Andaman, and will be a memorable addition to your collection.
Cane baskets, cane handbags, lamp shades and masks can also be bought
as a souvenir.

★ Visit the famous Aberdeen Bazaar

Your vacation in the Andamans won’t be complete without visiting the
main shopping centre in the capital city of Port Blair, called Aberdeen
Bazaar. The market’s buzzing lanes are bordered by shelters that sell
everything from household items, exquisite showpieces to beach wear
and accessories. Once you’re done exploring the line-up of shops here,
head to the famous parantha joints to savour some of the most delicious
paranthas of this archipelago. If you’re in the market for an amazing
loose pearls or a pearl necklace for a party or event, look no further than
the Aberdeen Market. There’s something here for everyone. For a
superb collection of gemstones you won’t find anywhere else, you’ll
want to keep tabs on this market.

HOW TO REACH ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR

ISLAND

★ BY AIR
Andaman and Nicobar Islands are one of the seven union territories of
India, Indians do not need special permissions to travel here. But foreign
nationals need to obtain these permissions and carry documental proofs
while travelling. Indians are also required to carry the documents
supporting their nationality. Being an island, Andaman is connected with
India through sea and air routes only. The airport is located at Port Blair
and there are direct flights from Kolkata, Chennai and Vishakhapatnam.
Air India, Jet Airways, Go Air and Spice Jet airlines offer their services
here. Connecting flights are also available from Delhi and other cities of
India to this airport. There are no direct international flights available to
this place.Nearest Airport: The airport at Andaman is named Veer
Savarkar Airport, after the great Indian freedom fighter who was
imprisoned at the cellular jail during India’s fight for independence from
the British. The distance of airport at Port Blair, from Andaman and
Nicobar Islands is 31 kms. and it takes approximately 40 minutes to
cover this distance by car.

★By ferries and ships

There are ferries and ships sailing to and from Port Blair, to many other
port cities of India. The main port ship services from port cities of
Kolkata, Chennai and Vishakhapatnam, sail to Port Blair. These ships
usually take 3 days to reach Port Blair from the cities in mainland, but it
is cheaper compared to flight travel. Booking tickets for the ships and
ferries can be done through a single window ticket booking system.
Round trip journey tickets can be booked at counters of STARS (Ship
Ticket Advance Reservation System) networks. A total of 5 passenger
ships sail, of which 3 ply between Kolkata- Port Blair-Vishakhapatnam
and other 2 sail between Chennai and Port Blair.
Journey Suggestion: The ships that offer travel to Port Blair are ordinary
ships and not luxury cruise ships. One needs to keep this in mind while
taking the sea route to Andaman. The travel time of around 3 days’,
causes seasickness among many travellers. So, one should carry
medications accordingly.

★ By train and bus

It is not possible to reach Andaman and Nicobar Islands by bus and
train.

SWOT ANALYSIS OF ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR

STRENGTH
★As the geopolitical importance of the Indo-Pacific increases, the
Andaman and Nicobar Islands, located in the Bay of Bengal, will attain
increased strategic significance.

★The Andaman and Nicobar chain of islands could be used as a basis

for Indian maritime power projection into the Indo-Pacific and even
beyond into the south-west Pacific.
★The Andaman and Nicobar Islands could be used for India’s Third
Fleet and the trans-shipment hub at Car Nicobar, the northernmost island
in the chain, could potentially be a strategic game changer, rivalling the
ports of Singapore or Colombo.

★India, Japan and the United States could also install sonar surveillance
systems in the islands to track Chinese submarines in the Indian Ocean.
Australia might also choose to take part in such an arrangement.

WEAKNESS
★ In Andaman and Nicobar Islands there are lack of accomodation
facilities.The tourist have faced many problems regarding to the
accommodation.

★ To reach Andaman and Nicobar is costly because there are lack of

transportation.

★ Lack of public toilets.

★ Lack of shopping complex.

OPPORTUNITY
★Endless variety of exotic flora and fauna With over 86% of the area
under tropical rainforests, Andaman and Nicobar Islands offer attractive
opportunities for the wood-based industries.
★ The long coastline of 1,962 km provides huge opportunities for
investments in marine-based industries, and cruise tourism which is
currently at a nascent stage in India.

★ The Islands provide opportunities for handicrafts industries due to

high demand from the visiting tourists.

★The coastal belt surrounding these Islands is the abode of one of the
richest coral reef ecosystems in the world.

THREAT
★Andaman and Nicobar Islands face greater challenges to their internal
security through non-conventional threats such as illegal migration from
littoral states of the Bay of Bengal, poaching of marine and forest
resources, arms and narcotics smuggling through uninhabited islands
and natural disasters. In recent years, several such attempts and instances
have created a sense of insecurity in the area. These externally
sponsored security threats have now for long raised serious issues both
in terms.
PROBLEMS AND SUGGETION

Problems
★The problems of the tourism industry are the basis for the action plans
of the authorities Based on the survey, analysis of the views of the
tourists, discussion with the tourists, personal visits of the important
beaches, roads, places etc., informal discussion with the offices and
officials, local people etc., some problems facing the tourism industry
have been identified.

There are some common problems due to the inadequate infrastructural

facilities facing the tourism industry as a whole. Also, the tourists, both
Indian as well as foreign, who visited these islands, faced a number of
problems and difficulties while undertaking their travel / journey to and
in these islands. Among them the major problems have been discussed
and presented below under the following headings.

★Accommodation and Catering Problems Faced by Tourists in

Andaman.

★Transport Problems Faced by Tourists in Andaman.

★Passenger Waiting Hall Problems.

★Ship Management Problems.

SUGGESTIONS
★ Need to improve transportation.

★ Accommodation facilities should be need to improve.

★ Need to improve entertainment and recreation activities.

★ Lighting facilities also should be need to improve.

★ Need to provide more public transport to reach Andaman and

Nicobar.

★ Need to provide public toilets.

CONCLUSION
★The Andaman and Nicobar Islands (ANI) are an internationally
acknowledged hot spot for biodiversity. These islands have over 2500
species of flowering plants (223 species endemic not found anywhere
else in the world), 5100 species of animals (100 freshwater, 2100
terrestrial and 2900 marine), 179 species of corals, making it the richest
coral reef in India, 52 species of mammals (33 species endemic), 244
species of birds (96 endemic) and 76 species of reptiles (24 endemic).

The fact that these islands have a relatively small population and low
population density, and that they are remote and difficult to access,
makes them one of the last places in India where, with a little effort,
biodiversity can be effectively conserved, and that too without serious
adverse impacts on the local inhabitants.

★Given the unique biodiversity values in the Andaman and Nicobar

Islands (ANI) and their extreme ecological fragility, the major objective
of forest and ecosystem management in these Islands should be
biodiversity conservation and protection of the habitat of the tribals
living in the forests. ANI has a preponderance of evergreen and semi-
evergreen tropical rain forests, which are not only the richest
biodiversity pools in the world but are also very fragile.

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