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Archana Sharma – New Delhi
An Interactive Meet to promote Andaman & NicobarTourism was organised in New Delhi recently, with the active involvement of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) and Andaman Chambers of Commerce & Industries (ACCI). AK Singh, Lt governor, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, chief guest for the event, urged the participants to promote Andaman as a year-round destination for nature tourism given its rich and diverse natural heritage. “The need of the hour is to promote Andaman as a unique and high-end destination for international travellers either for business and leisure,” he stated.
During the meet, Singh clarified that Andaman & Nicobar Administration would take all possible steps to promote tourism, underlining the importance being given to safety related issues. He also extended an invitation to IATO requesting their next annual convention to be held at Andaman.
Rakesh Bali, secretary, Tourism, Andaman & Nicobar, stated, “Out of the 30 million divers in the world, at least 7000-8000 travel to Andaman frequently.” he stated. Bishnu Pada Ray, MP, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, highlighted the uniqueness from a tourism point of view and invited everyone to experience the communal harmony that is inherent to these islands. He urged private entrepreneurs to invest in the development of infrastructure.
