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Time of India
01-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
UTDB CEO reviews temple mission, pushes for cleanliness and timely completion
UTDB CEO reviews temple mission, pushes for cleanliness and timely completion Shri Dheeraj Singh Garbyal, secretary tourism and CEO of the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB), conducted a review of the ongoing Manaskhand Mandir Mala Mission, focusing on progress across all three phases. He specifically assessed beautification and sanitation work at Nanda Devi and Hatkalika temples under Phase 1, directing officials to prioritise cleanliness and timely execution. The meeting also reviewed the Paryatan Udyami Protsahan Yojana, which offers Rs 1–5 crore in financial aid to local entrepreneurs investing in tourism projects. Garbyal highlighted that 207 MoUs worth Rs 5,543 crore have been grounded in the tourism sector since the Uttarakhand Investors' Summit 2023. He urged all departments to fast-track pending works to boost spiritual tourism and local development.
Indian Express
26-06-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Indian Express Online Media all set to host second edition of Adventure Tourism Meet in Dehradun
The Indian Express Online Media is set to host the second edition of the Adventure Tourism Meet (ATM) at Hyatt Centric in Dehradun onFriday. The event aims to highlight the potential of adventure tourism in India —particularly in the hill states— and foster dialogue on community engagement, innovation, and sustainability in the sector. Key Highlights of the Event – Thought-Leading Keynotes and Special Addresses: The event will feature speakers such as Dheeraj Singh Garbyal, IAS, Secretary, Tourism & CEO, UTDB; Banshidhar Tiwari, IAS, Director General, Information & PR Department, Govt. of Uttarakhand; and Philip F. Tariang, Assistant Director – Tourism, Government of Meghalaya. – In-Depth Panel Discussions – Voices of the Hills: Community-Led Adventure Tourism Models | The session will focus on how local communities in the Indian Himalayas are not only participating in but leading the way in redefining adventure tourism. It will explore grassroots innovation, regional case studies, and responsible travel practices that go beyond conventional models. – New Directions and Innovations in Adventure Tourism | A session on how technology, luxury, and design are coming together to transform the future of adventure tourism in India. – Special Presentations: The event will cover topics like astrotourism, the future of adventure tourism, and regional case studies. – Cultural Performances: the event will witness folk music performances from Uttarakhand. Speaking ahead of the event, Sanjay Sindhwani, CEO, Indian Express Online Media, emphasised, 'Adventure tourism is no longer a niche—it's at the heart of sustainable travel and economic growth in ecologically sensitive regions. We're proud to facilitate these vital conversations with our partners in Uttarakhand and beyond.' The Adventure Tourism Meet comes at a crucial time when destinations like Uttarakhand are not only recovering from the impacts of climate events and over-tourism but are also actively redefining their tourism identity. As one of India's most popular adventure destinations, the state is now working to balance high visitor interest with sustainability imperatives.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Time of India
Yoga Day in Uttarakhand: UTDB organises Yoga sessions in border villages; students and army personnel join
On the occasion of International Yoga Day on 21 June, the Uttarakhand tourism development board (UTDB) held special yoga sessions across several remote villages near the India-China border, as part of the government's vibrant villages programme. The events were held in villages including Mana, Malari, Jadung, Nilang, Harsil, Dugtu, and Nabidhang, spread across the districts of Uttarkashi, Chamoli and Pithoragarh. Local residents, schoolchildren, youth and army personnel joined the sessions in large numbers, coming together to practise yoga under the guidance of trained instructors. Participants engaged in a range of activities including yoga asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing techniques), and meditation. The initiative aimed to raise awareness around health and wellness in remote areas, while also promoting rural tourism and cultural engagement. Speaking about the programme, the secretary of tourism and CEO of the Uttarakhand tourism development board said that Uttarakhand's serene and natural surroundings make it an ideal destination for yoga practices. He further added that efforts are being made towards developing these vibrant villages as hubs of yoga tourism and local development, which will also open up employment opportunities for the local youth. UTDB has said it will continue to organise such programmes to help boost the local economy and support holistic development in the state's border regions.
