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TOURISM AND HOTEL INDUSTRY AWARENESS - June 2019

Jun 2019

Oct 05, 2023

EaseMyTrip, Uttarakhand Govt. Sign MoU to Make State a Global Tourism Spot

Online travel tech platform EaseMyTrip and the government of Uttarakhand signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to elevate Uttarakhand's standing as a global tourism hotspot, under a deal worth over Rs. 250 crore.
The MOU was signed during the Global Investors Summit in London, in the presence of Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.
The collaboration will witness the launch of an extensive series of dynamic joint marketing campaigns, strategically designed to target diverse markets such as the UK/Europe, the Middle East, Asia, US/Canada, and more. Leveraging EaseMyTrip's extensive global reach and robust platforms, these campaigns are poised to significantly amplify awareness and attract tourists and events to the captivating state of Uttarakhand.

Central Railway Station Awarded Platinum Shield by IGBC

The Dr. MGR Chennai Central railway station was awarded the platinum certificate by the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) for developing the railway station into a net zero energy building. Southern Railway General Manager R. N. Singh received the IGBC platinum shield from Ajith Kumar Chordia, Chairman of IGBC.
The recognition was awarded for the station's efforts in becoming energy-efficient by utilizing renewable energy sources, such as a 1.80 MW rooftop solar plant, LED lighting, and energy-efficient fans. Additionally, a water recycling plant has contributed to water resource conservation, and these initiatives have collectively prevented the emission of 3,24,400 kilograms of carbon per year.

Oct 03, 2023

Ministry of Tourism to Host PATA Travel Mart 2023 in New Delhi

Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, will be hosting the 46th edition of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Travel Mart 2023 at the magnificent International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre (IECC), Pragati Maidan, in New Delhi.
The Mart is scheduled to take place from October 4 to 6, 2023, bringing together tourism professionals and business stakeholders from across the world. The physical version of the Travel Mart is being held after a hiatus of three years due to the pandemic.
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) founded in 1951, with its Head Quarters in Bangkok, is a renowned not-for-profit association recognized internationally for its role as a catalyst in the responsible development of travel and tourism in the Asia Pacific region. PATA Travel Mart is one of the important international trade exhibitions catering to the tourism sector and it serves as a platform for trade interactions between global buyers and sellers mostly from the Asia Pacific region. The Mart will bring together exhibitors and attendees from diverse sectors, offering a unique platform for networking, learning and collaboration.
This year the event will feature different activities, including the prestigious PATA Gold Award, the PATA Youth Symposium, PATA Forum on Sustainability besides the B2B Mart. The event is being held at the International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre (IECC), Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

Oct 02, 2023

Kanthallur Village Bags Gold Award for Best Tourism Village

Kanthalloor village in Idukki district, Kerala where a sustainable and inclusive tourism project of the State Responsible Tourism Mission was successfully implemented, was bestowed with the 'Gold' award by the Government of India in the category of Best Rural Tourism Projects. The project named STREET, which stands for 'Sustainable, Tangible, Responsible, Experiential, Ethnic, Tourism' was implemented in selected places across the state, including Kanthalloor, based on UNWTO's theme 'Tourism for Inclusive Growth'.
Kerala Tourism director P. B. Nooh received the award from the Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, India, V. Vidyavathi at a ceremony held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Kerala Responsible Tourism Mission (RTM) coordinator and state Rural Tourism nodal officer K. RupeshKumar and Kanthalloor village panchayat president P. T. Mohandas were also present.
Kanthalloor was selected for the honour after an eight-month-long extensive evaluation of rural village projects across the country. In all, 767 projects from around the country vied for honours, and, 5 of them won 'Gold', 10 won 'Silver' and 20 won 'Bronze.' This honour is a huge endorsement for Kerala's sustainable and responsible tourism initiatives led by the Responsible Tourism Mission.

Sep 29, 2023

CM Stalin Releases TN's First 'Tourism Policy

In what is believed to be the first time in Tamil Nadu, Chief Minister M. K. Stalin released a separate policy for the tourism department. As per the statement issued by Stalin, the 'Tourism Policy 2023' is a landmark initiative that aims to propel Tamil Nadu to new heights in the tourism space.
With this policy, the state can harness its inherent strengths and leverage the power of tourism as a vital catalyst in realising our ambitious goal of achieving a USD 1 Trillion economy by 2030.
The policy aims to attract investments to the tune of Rs. 20,000 crore in the next five years and proposes strategic interventions, attractive incentives, and requisite regulatory reforms to facilitate investment and incubate private participation in the tourism sector. Further, it strives to create a sustainable tourism ecosystem in Tamil Nadu and lays emphasis on providing safe and high-quality experiences for tourists.

Sep 27, 2023

Biswanath Ghat in Assam Named 'Best Tourism Village of India 2023

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that Biswanath Ghat has been selected as the Best Tourism Village of India 2023 by the Ministry of Tourism.
Located on the banks of the Brahmaputra River, Biswanath Ghat is also popularly known as 'Gupta Kashi' and is named after the ancient Biswanath Mandir.
The village is located towards the south of Biswanath Charialii Town.
The ghat boasts a cluster of temples of different gods.

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