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The number of tourists visiting Nainital has significantly decreased due to traffic congestion and parking issues, as reported by ‘Naveen Samachar.’ In an effort to provide an accurate assessment of the city’s tourism and traffic situation, the media outlet conducted on-ground reporting over the weekend. Several factors, such as diverted routes for vehicles, road repairs, and inconvenient parking arrangements, have contributed to the decline in tourist arrivals. The report also highlights concerns regarding online hotel bookings, illegal hotels, and the impact on traditional establishments. Furthermore, the closure of Delhi-Nainital bus services and the challenges faced by older hotels in renovating themselves have further affected the tourism industry in Nainital. Digvijay Bisht, President of the Nainital Hotel and Restaurant Association, suggests allowing vehicles with octroi stickers to enter the city directly and utilizing vacant parking spaces to alleviate congestion.