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Sustainable Tourism Planning Assessment Using a Composite Index – A Case of Uttara Kannada

Authors
Megha Raj1, *, P. Ambily1
1School of Architecture and Planning, Government Engineering College, Thrissur, Kerala, India
*Corresponding author. Email: megharaj.srishti@gmail.com
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Megha Raj
Available Online 29 December 2025.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-936-0_21How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Sustainable Tourism; Composite Index; Uttara Kannada
Abstract

Tourism, while a significant driver of economic growth and regional development, poses multidimensional challenges to sustainability especially in ecologically sensitive regions. This study aims to evaluate the sustainability of tourism development in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India, through a holistic, data-driven, framework. The research adopts the Statistical Framework for Measuring the Sustainability of Tourism (SF-MST) as its core analytical model, integrating indicators across three key dimensions – economic, social, and environmental – to holistically assess tourism sustainability. A composite index was constructed by systematically selecting relevant indicators under each dimension, with equal weighting assigned to ensure balanced representation. The index enables a comprehensive comparative analysis across the major Taluks of Uttara Kannada – Karwar, Kumta, Sirsi, and Dandeli – reflecting varied geographical and tourism typologies. The integrated analysis using the composite index revealed spatial disparities and destination-specific patterns in tourism sustainability, highlighting core strengths such as nature-based attractions and community engagement, as well as challenges including informal employment, inconsistent waste management, and varying levels of host community perception. Based on the findings, the study proposes strategic interventions tailored to the typology of each destination, emphasizing green infrastructure, capacity building, and policy integration.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the International Conference on Civil Engineering and Architecture for Sustainable Infrastructure Development and Environment (CEASIDE 2025)
Series
Atlantis Highlights in Sustainable Development
Publication Date
29 December 2025
ISBN
978-94-6463-936-0
ISSN
3005-155X
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-936-0_21How to use a DOI?
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© 2025 The Author(s)
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