Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Sept 13: Three-day Tourism, Heritage and Culinary fest “Rangsutra 2017 – Expressions of Incredible India”, began here today at the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management (SHTM), University of Jammu.
MLA Jammu-East, Rajesh Gupta, was chief guest while Sanjay Raina, celebrity chef and MD Melability, The Flavour of Kashmir, was the guest of honour for the inaugural ceremony. The event was attended by the culinary experts from national level institutions, students of various schools, colleges including the MBA (HT) and BBA (HM) students of SHTM.
Rajesh Gupta, in his address, said that there was a strong need for professionals in the hospitality and tourism sector of the State and therefore education in this sector should be promoted at all levels.
Chef Sanjay Raina, while addressing the audience, emphasized on the concept of promoting culture and sustainability through regional cuisines. He said that the world is receptive to experience local taste and technology can be leveraged to reach the global market.
Chef Sanjeev Verma, vice president, Chef Association of Five Rivers (CAFR), in his remarks, said that professional training is an integral part of education and that there are immense opportunities in the hospitality sector all across the country.
Prof Keshav Sharma, Dean Academic Affairs & Dean, Faculty of Business Studies said that University of Jammu is committed to promote hospitality and tourism education.
Earlier, Prof. Parikshat Singh Manhas, Director, SHTM and Event Coordinator, said that the event has been conceptualized to promote, preserve and popularize tourism, rich culture and heritage of Jammu and Kashmir and India at large. He further emphasized on the role and responsible behavior of the various stakeholders to protect our culture and heritage for the wider interest of the society.
Prof Deepak Raj Gupta, the Event Advisor, in his concluding remarks, highlighted the diversity of Indian culture and its importance in promoting tourism worldwide. Dr Anil Gupta, Senior Assistant Professor was the Deputy Coordinator and Dr Suvidha Khanna, Assistant Professor was the organising secretary of the event.
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