SRINAGAR: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) J&K Tourism Panel convened its inaugural meeting today on 11 April at Hotel Countryside and Resorts, Srinagar. The meeting was chaired by Hussain Khan, the panel convener and owner of Hotel Countryside and Resorts.
Among the key panelists were Siddhant Chowdhary, Panel Mentor and Director of Hotel Vivanta Jammu; Abhinandan Mahajan, Panel Co-convener and Director of J&K Cold Estates; Owais Majid, Managing Director of Hotel Namrose Resorts and Spa; Ruman Riyaz Panjra, Managing Director of Hotel Six Seasons; and Ausman Qayoom, Director of Zum Zum Springs Tour and Travels. The meeting also welcomed Faizan Mir, Director of Shadaab Hospitals, as a special invitee. The panel engaged in discussions on various critical issues affecting the hospitality sector, with a primary focus on promoting sustainable tourism in Jammu and Kashmir. The members emphasized the urgent need for a comprehensive tourism policy for the Union Territory, which would provide a clear direction and roadmap for the future of the tourism and hospitality sector.
Additionally, the potential for establishing Jammu and Kashmir as a premier wedding destination was explored, highlighting the region’s immense capabilities to attract destination weddings. The meeting was characterized by robust dialogue and collaboration, paving the way for future initiatives and strategies to enhance the tourism landscape in Jammu and Kashmir.