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When films and web series turn real Indian cities into symbols of crime and chaos, the damage goes far beyond the screen—reshaping tourism, identity, and how entire communities are seen
India’s villages hold centuries of culture and community-driven wisdom—yet none made it to the UN Tourism Best Tourism Villages 2025 list. Here’s what went wrong and how the nation can reclaim its rural spotlight