Shimla, June 18 -- The picturesque mountains of Himachal Pradesh are increasingly turning into dumping grounds during every tourist season, raising alarm among residents, environmentalists, and tourism stakeholders.

Visitors from across the country have voiced concern over the growing accumulation of plastic waste, food wrappers, and other garbage along roadsides, trekking trails, and popular tourist destinations, urging fellow travellers to adopt responsible tourism practices.

Speaking to ANI, Amit, a tourist from Noida, appealed to young travellers to take responsibility for preserving nature while visiting hill stations.

"I will give a message to the youngsters because recently our Prime Minister requested all the youth, especially ...