We’re bringing together local knowledge of Bangar people, local communities, and responsible partners to create opportunities for the people of the valley while keeping its culture and natural way of life at the centre.
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Bangar Valley Collective began with the vision of Mr. Arvind Semwal, a local resident of Bangar Patti who started the valley’s first homestay in 2021.
What began with one home and a simple idea has grown into a collective working across the valley, bringing together local communities, volunteers and partners.
Bangar has a lot to offer, but its future should not come at the cost of what makes it special.
We believe tourism can create local opportunities and help keep the valley’s culture and way of life alive while allowing Bangar to grow at its own pace.
Tourism is one part of what we do. Alongside treks, homestays and local experiences, we work on village branding, cultural documentation, wall art, waste management, upcycling, skill development and local entrepreneurship.
Each project is a small step towards creating a more self-sustaining valley.
Building Bangar takes more than one person.
Local hosts, young people, volunteers, and partners all bring their time, skills and ideas to the table. Through collaborations like Volunteer Yatra, people from different backgrounds contribute to projects across the Bangar valley.
We’re working towards a future where tourism, culture, nature and local livelihoods can grow together.
A Bangar where local knowledge and traditions continue to have value and where visitors can experience the valley without changing its character.
Meet the faces behind Bangar Valley’s community-led tourism and community development journey.
Arvind SemwalFounder
Priyanshu MehraCommunity Team
Gopi SemwalCommunity Team
Azad PanwarCommunity Team
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