The paper "Residents Insights into Environmental Issues in Tourism-Driven Himachal Pradesh" investigates the perceptions of local residents regarding the environmental impacts of tourism in Himachal Pradesh, a region significantly influenced by tourism. Recognizing tourism as a critical economic driver with substantial environmental repercussions, the study emphasizes the importance of understanding local perspectives, which are shaped by a blend of economic dependency on tourism and environmental conservation concerns. The paper addresses a notable gap in comprehensively understanding how residents perceive and react to the environmental alterations brought about by tourism. The study's objectives include exploring residents' environmental change perceptions, assessing how these perceptions affect their attitudes towards tourism, and providing policy recommendations for sustainable tourism development. The research is guided by questions aimed at identifying specific environmental issues of concern, understanding the relationship between these concerns and attitudes towards tourism, and formulating recommendations for sustainable practices. The significance of this research lies in its contribution to the development of holistic, community-centered tourism policies that balance economic benefits with environmental sustainability and social responsibility. The methodology includes a sample of 250 local residents, reliability analysis of the questionnaire using Cronbach's Alpha, and data analysis through independent sample t-tests and ANOVA. Findings indicate that residents associated with the tourism industry show higher environmental concerns, with varied opinions based on demographic profiles. The paper highlights the necessity for policymakers and tourism developers to engage with local communities, considering their concerns and priorities in formulating tourism strategies that are economically beneficial, environmentally sustainable, and socially responsible.