SRM IHM - Mavericks

Event Name : NATIONAL LEVEL SEMINAR ON TOURISM AND PEACE

Posted On : 21 Apr 2025

Description :-

The theme of World Tourism Day is ‘Tourism and Peace – A sustainable, better future for all.’ The aim of celebrating world tourism day is to highlight the global significance of tourism as a tool for global development and cultural enlightenment. Countries all over the world, whether big or small, are dependent on tourism for its economic survival and highlight their culture, social and political values. The event commenced with a warm welcome by Mr. J. Prince Antony, Vice Principal, Institute of Hotel Management, SRMIST, The Presidential Address was delivered by Dr. N. Sambandam, Executive Director, SRMIST; he highlighted how tourism can transcend boundaries and promote unity among nations, followed by Dr. D. Francis Xavier Christopher, Dean, Science and Humanities, SRMIST, delivered the Felicitation Address. He praised the importance of the day’s theme and spoke about how the SRM community has always been forerunners in embracing global peace through education and hospitality. The keynote speech was delivered by Mr. K. Nelson, District Tourism Officer, Tiruchirappalli. Mr. Nelson delved into the relationship between tourism and peace, sharing real-life examples of how tourism initiatives in Tiruchirappalli have helped foster community relations and cultural exchange. He stressed the need for sustainable and responsible tourism practices that can create a more peaceful and equitable world. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Mr. M.D. Ragulkannan, Assistant Professor, IHM, SRMIST. This event was hosted by the club of Mavericks, co-convened by Mr. Vijayaganesh and supported by the staff and students of SRM IHM, Tiruchirappalli. Dignitaries appreciated the students with prizes and certificates who were presented their skills in our various events. In addition to these celebrations, the Operations manager and Human Resource Manager from Courtyard Marriott, Tiruchirappalli also joined in our event. The students participated wholeheartedly and learned about different career scopes in the tourism industry. It was the most amazing and memorable experience as a takeaway for our future builders of tourism.