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State Convention Centre, Shillong
4th October 2024 9:30 AM Onwards
OVERVIEW
The Government of India has laid high emphasis on 'Adventure Tourism' as an important and emerging tourism category. India is naturally well placed with regards to adventure tourism given its vast and varied topography. But adventure tourism needs to be developed properly and its potential has not been tapped much as of now.
Additionally, apart from infrastructure and product development, safety standards form an important aspect of adventure tourism. Operators across India, including in Meghalaya, need to be made aware of the safety protocols and critical aspects of the adventure tourism policy notified by the Government of India. The constructive work done by the Central Government & State Governments for the development of adventure tourism, must be highlighted & communicated to target audiences. Therefore, an adventure tourism workshop for the industry is the need of the hour.
Guests
- GUEST OF HONOUR
Bah Paul Lyngdoh
Hon’ble Tourism Minister
Government Of Meghalaya - CHIEF GUEST
Smt. Pravati Parida
Hon'ble Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Tourism, Women and Child Development and Mission Shakti, Government of Odisha
Speakers
Dr. Dharma Narayan Das
Hon’ble Executive Member, Tourism Department, Bodoland Territorial Council, Assam
Mandip Singh Soin, FRGS
Founder & MD, Ibex Expeditions and Founding President, Responsible Tourism Society of India (RTSOI)
Raj Basu
Convener, Association for Conservation & Tourism
Ajit Rana
Director
Overlander India
Sanjay Sharma
CEO & Co-Founder
Organic Hideaways Pvt. Ltd. | CEO & Founder, All Key Solutions & Services
Oken Tayeng
Member of Legislative Assembly of Arunachal Pradesh | Member, National Tourism Advisory Council (NTAC), Ministry of Tourism Government of India | Chapter Chairman for North East States ATOAI
Shahwar Hussain
Proprietor, Chain Reaction India , Chain Reaction India
Anand Swaroop
Polar Explorer and Everester
Ashish Kumar
Co Chair, FICCI Travel Technology & Digital Committee
Shelley Diengdoh
Cave Explorer
Brian Kharpran Daly
Caving Adventure Expert
Eugene Niangti
Shillong Motorsport
Jason Jarman Lamare
Co-Founder, Pioneer Adventure Tours
Dolyne Kharbhih
Mountaineer and Everester
E Banlumlang Blah
President, North East India Tourism Confederation (NEITC) and Tour Operators Association of Meghalaya (TOAM)
AGENDA
Registration
- Mr. Oken Tayeng, Member of Legislative Assembly of Arunachal Pradesh | Member, National Tourism Advisory Council (NTAC), Ministry of Tourism Government of India | Chapter Chairman for North East States ATOAI
- Mr. Ajit Rana, Director, Overlander India
- Mr. E Banlumlang Blah, President, North East India Tourism Confederation (NEITC) and Tour Operators Association of Meghalaya (TOAM)
- Mr. Raj Basu, Convenor, Association for Conservation & Tourism
- Welcome of the Chief Guest, the Guest of Honour & the Dignitaries
- Lamp Lighting by the Chief Guest, the Guest of Honour & the Dignitaries
- Welcome Note by Mr. Sanjay Sindhwani, CEO, Indian Express Online Media
- Welcome Address + Presentation by Mr. Cyril V. Darlong Diengdoh, IAS, Director of Tourism, Government of Meghalaya and MD, Meghalaya Tourism Development Corporation
- Special Video Message by Mr. Jaiveer Singh, Hon'ble Minister of Tourism, Department of Tourism, Government of Uttar Pradesh
- Speech by the Guest of Honour, Bah Paul Lyngdoh, Hon'ble Minister of Tourism, Government of Meghalaya
- Speech by the Chief Guest, Smt. Pravati Parida, Hon'ble Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Tourism, Women and Child Development and Mission Shakti, Government of Odisha
- Thanking Note by Mr. Mukesh Singh - Sr. VP & Revenue Head, Indian Express Online Media
- Mr. Brian Kharpran Daly, Caving Adventure Expert
- Mr. Jason Jarman Lamare, Co-Founder, Pioneer Adventure Tours
- Mr. Shahwar Hussain, Director, Chain Reaction India
- Mr. Eugene Niangti, Shillong Motorsport
- Mr. Aaron Pereira, Deputy Associate Editor, Indian Express Online Media
Lunch
- Anchored by Mr. Aaron Pereira, Deputy Associate Editor, Indian Express Online Media
- Mr. Raj Basu, Convenor, Association for Conservation & Tourism
- Mr. Ajit Rana, Director, Overlander India
- Mr. Ashish Kumar, Co Chair, FICCI Travel Technology & Digital Committee
- Mr. Sanjay Sharma, CEO & Co-Founder, Organic Hideaways Pvt. Ltd. | CEO & Founder, All Key Solutions & Services
- Mr. Oken Tayeng, Member of Legislative Assembly of Arunachal Pradesh | Member, National Tourism Advisory Council (NTAC), Ministry of Tourism Government of India | Chapter Chairman for North East States ATOAI
- Mr. Mandip Singh Soin, FRGS, Founder & MD, Ibex Expeditions and Founding President, Responsible Tourism Society of India (RTSOI)
Articles
Odisha eyes tourism boom: Deputy CM unveils plans for adventure, heritage and ecotourism in state
Adventure tourism is set to get a major boost with plans for trekking and other activities in the Deomali hills of Koraput. Ecotourism is being prioritized in areas such as Simlipal, Hirakud’s riverfront, and the lush Bhitarkanika wetlands.
Caving in world longest caves to historic trails: Meghalaya Tourism Minister says state has plethora of adventure tourism offerings for visitors
Speaking at the recent Adventure Tourism Meet, Lyngdoh praised the event's role in showcasing Meghalaya’s offerings to the broader Indian market and bringing together stakeholders in the adventure tourism sector.
Expert Speak: Dr Dharma Narayan Das, Hon’ble Executive Member, Tourism Department, Bodoland Territorial Council
In an exclusive interaction with FinancialExpress.com on the sidelines of the Adventure Tourism Meet, Dr Dharma Narayan Das, Hon’ble Executive Member, Tourism Department, Bodoland Territorial Council, Assam, talked about the untapped adventure tourism potential of Bodoland and the bold initiatives being taken to develop tourism there.
Adventure Tourism Meet (ATM) 2024: भारतात साहसी पर्यटनाला प्रोत्साहन आणि संधी!
इंडियन एक्सप्रेस ऑनलाइन मीडिया द्वारे शिलाँग येथे ४ ऑक्टोबर २०२४ रोजी द फायनान्शियल एक्सप्रेस डॉट कॉम अॅडव्हेंचर टुरिझम मीट (ATM) २०२४ चं आयोजन करण्यात आलं होतं. ज्यामध्ये या क्षेत्रातील दिग्गज, सरकारी अधिकारी आणि साहसी पर्यटनाच्या चाहत्यांनी एकत्र येऊन विविध चर्चासत्रांच्या माध्यमातून संवाद साधला.
ओडिशा में पर्यटन की असीम संभावनाएं, इंडियन एक्सप्रेस के टूरिज्म मीट में डिप्टी सीएम ने बताए राज्य में एडवेंचर, हेरिटेज और इकोटूरिज्म के प्लान
प्रवती परिदा ने कहा कि ओडिशा सरकार पुरी और कोणार्क में परियोजनाएं विकसित करने के लिए बड़े होटल व्यवसायियों को आमंत्रित करने की योजना बना रही है। पुरी में एक अंतरराष्ट्रीय हवाई अड्डा भी प्रस्तावित है।
Adventure Tourism in Odisha: Exploring the Untamed Spirit
Odisha offers a diverse range of adventure tourism activities, from trekking in the Eastern Ghats and water sports at Chilika Lake to wildlife safaris in Similipal and paragliding in Dhenkanal. With its stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity, the state is becoming a hotspot for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike.
Exploring the Hidden Depths: Caving Adventures in Meghalaya’s Mysterious Underworld
Known as the “abode of clouds,” Meghalaya also conceals a stunning, secret world of caves, crafted as water merges with limestone and sandstone, creating captivating underground ecosystems, majestic rock formations, and passages lost in time.
Exploring the Wild Side of Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh, known for its historical landmarks and cultural heritage, is also home to a rich array of wildlife, offering a rewarding destination for nature enthusiasts. Here’s a guide to wildlife tourism in Uttar Pradesh’s national parks and wildlife sanctuaries.
Exploring Odisha’s Hidden Trails: A Trekker’s Guide to the State's Untamed Wilderness
Discover Odisha’s breathtaking trekking trails, from the ancient hills of Gandhamardhan to the captivating landscape of Mahendragiri, offering adventure seekers a chance to connect with nature, ancient legends, and diverse ecosystems in one of India’s most underrated trekking destinations.
Chilika Lake: Adventures in Odisha’s Watery Wonderland
Chilika Lake, Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon, sits along the eastern coast of India in Odisha and spans around 1,100 square kilometers, offering one of the most spectacular bird-watching experiences in the country—and many adventure activities besides.
Expert Speak: Vishwas Makhija, Immediate Past President, ATOAI and Founder, Luxury India Holidays and India Insight Tours
Seasoned adventure tour operator Vishwas Makhija, Immediate Past President, ATOAI and Founder, Luxury India Holidays and India Insight Tours shares his thoughts on the adventure tourism industry in India and what can be done to boost its prospects
Expert Speak: Gerald Samuel Duia, General Secretary; Tour Operators Association of Meghalaya (TOAM) and General Secretary; Tour Guides Association of Meghalaya, Central Body (TGAM, CB)
A leading tour operator from Meghalaya, Gerald Samuel Duia talks about adventure tourism and its immense potential in Meghalaya
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