Abstract Tourism is an important sector that contributes to socio-economic development, especially in rural and tribal regions. Akkalkuwa Tahsil of Nandurbar District, Maharashtra, possesses natural, cultural, and tribal tourism resources, yet remains economically backward. The present study examines the impact of tourism on the socio-economic development of Akkalkuwa Tahsil. The research focuses on employment generation, income opportunities, infrastructure development, and improvement in living standards of local communities. Primary data were collected through field surveys and interviews, while secondary data were obtained from census reports and government publications. The study reveals that tourism has a positive but limited impact due to inadequate infrastructure and planning.
Rajya et al. (2026) studied this question.