An awareness camp promoting rural and sustainable tourism was held in Jammuhaar, organized by the District Tourism Department, highlighting Khabbidhar’s tourism potential.

An awareness camp dedicated to promoting rural and sustainable tourism was held on Monday in Jammuhaar, a rapidly growing tourist destination near Chamba. The camp was organized by the District Tourism Development Department in partnership with the Khabbidhar Tourism Development Organisation. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to boost tourism in rural areas, with a special focus on sustainable practices.

The event was presided over by District Tourism Development Officer Rajeev Mishra, who addressed the importance of increasing tourism awareness among the residents of Jammuhaar. Mishra emphasized the need for community involvement in tourism activities, especially in emerging destinations like Khabbidhar, which holds great potential for rural tourism.

In his address, Mishra outlined the administration’s current efforts to develop Khabbidhar into a well-known tourism destination. He shared the department’s long-term vision for rural and sustainable tourism, which aims to create opportunities for local youth to engage in the tourism business and benefit from the growing sector.

The primary goal of the awareness camp was to educate the local youth about the prospects of tourism in their area. Plans were announced to hold similar camps in the future to further foster tourism knowledge and encourage local participation in tourism-related ventures.

One of the highlights of the camp was the presence of Manuj Sharma, co-founder of the NGO Not on Map, which is dedicated to promoting sustainable tourism. As the special guest of the event, Sharma shared his valuable insights and experiences from working within the tourism industry, providing inspiration to the attendees.

Sharma spoke about the importance of sustainable tourism and how it can preserve the cultural and environmental richness of rural areas like Jammuhaar. He urged the youth to actively engage in tourism initiatives that would benefit both their communities and the environment.

Meena Sharma, a faculty member from the Rural Self-Employment Training Institute of the State Bank of India, also participated in the camp. She provided detailed information on the various training courses offered by the institute, which are designed to help young people interested in pursuing careers in the tourism sector.

The training programs discussed by Meena Sharma aim to equip the local youth with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in tourism-related businesses. By providing opportunities for self-employment, these courses are expected to play a key role in boosting the local economy.

Overall, the awareness camp in Jammuhaar marked an important step in promoting rural tourism and sustainability in the region. With the active involvement of the local community and ongoing support from tourism organizations, Khabbidhar is set to emerge as a model for sustainable rural tourism in the coming years.

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