Exploring Entrepreneurial Opportunities for Uttarakhand Tourism and Rural Sustainability    

The award categories include: Best inbound tour operator, best domestic tour operator, best travel partner, best airline partner, best accommodation, best restaurant, Tamil Nadu 

Dr. Tushar Panchal, Group CEO, Gujrat Technological University delivered an insightful lecture on “Exploring Entrepreneurial Opportunities for Uttarakhand Tourism and Rural Sustainability” at a recent seminar jointly Organised by Department of Tourism and Institutional Innovation counseling, Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya, Haridwar.

Dr. Jwalant Bhavasar skillfully anchored the session. Theme setting was done by Head of dept, Tourism Management, Dr. Arunesh Parashar, who provided insightful perspectives on the critical intersection of sustainability and entrepreneurship.

Emphasizing on the region’s rich cultural heritage and natural beauty, Dr. Panchal highlighted the untapped potential for sustainable tourism ventures.

He outlined strategies for leveraging local resources, promoting eco-friendly practices, and fostering community involvement to boost the local economy.

Dr. Panchal also discussed innovative business models that could attract investments and create job opportunities in rural areas.

The lecture concluded with a call to action for entrepreneurs and stakeholders to collaborate and drive sustainable growth in Uttarakhand’s tourism sector. Following this, Dr. R.K. Gupta sir discussed the nuances of rural sustainability, shed light on innovative strategies for empowering rural communities through sustainable practices. At last question and answer session was done with the queries of students. The session concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks from Dr. Umakant Indolia, who expressed gratitude to all the speakers and participants for their contributions to a thought-provoking and informative discussion