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Speaking at the panel discussion on New Horizons in Jammu & Kashmir at the 17th ATOAI Convention, Waseem Raja, Joint Director, J&K Tourism, said, “We should sign an MoU with ATOAI for skill upgradation in adventure tourism.” He noted that a growing number of youths in Jammu & Kashmir have recently taken up adventure tourism as a profession, adding that “skill upgrading is what we need to focus on”.

Tshering Thendup Bhutia, Minister of Tourism & Civil Aviation, Sikkim, said, “The state government has been working closely with local tourism stakeholder associations, recognising them as key drivers in promoting the state’s tourism growth. We have plans to develop tourism in the state across new segments, including MICE, wellness, eco-tourism, adventure tourism, and wedding destinations.” Bhutia added, “These initiatives aim to broaden the state’s tourism offerings while strengthening partnerships with industry players to ensure sustainable and inclusive development.”