The Hotel Federation of Rajasthan recently combined its annual Diwali Sneh Milan celebration with an important executive meeting at a Jaipur hotel. During the meeting, members discussed important topics affecting the state’s tourism and hospitality sector.
This blog includes the key discussions from the event, highlighting the Indian Tourism Policy 2024, which will change the future of tourism in Rajasthan. Discover the prominent figures who attended, the importance of securing licenses and the event’s outcomes.
3 Key Topics of Discussion
The meeting focused on challenges in Rajasthan’s tourism and hospitality sector. Topics included the Tourism Policy 2024, hotel licenses, and heritage preservation. The goal was to address challenges and find practical solutions. Here are the three key topics of discussion:
1. Tourism Policy 2024 for Hotels
The Tourism Policy for Rajasthan 2024, released by Tourism Rajasthan Government, was the main topic of discussion of this meeting. It sets a new vision for the hospitality sector, and the Federation emphasized the need for its implementation.
2. Licenses
Securing the right licenses is key to running a hotel business. Meeting these requirements builds trust and ensures smooth operations. The Federation discussed the following licenses:
- Fire License
- Food License
- Ground Water License
- Corporation License
3. Heritage Mansions
Federation President Hussain Khan highlighted the ongoing demolition of Shekhawati’s heritage mansions to replace them with new establishments. He addressed the government to enact laws to preserve these royal and heritage sites.
Khan also mentioned the importance of maintaining the Shekhawati and Hadoti regions’ scenic and religious spots while promoting them on media platforms to increase tourism.
Prominent Figures Present in The Event
Representatives from all the divisions of Rajasthan participated in the meeting. The authorities present were:
- President Hussain Khan
- Patron Surendra Singh Shahpura
- Senior Vice President Ranvijay Singh
- Joint Secretary Anshul Saraogi
- Treasurer Sandeep Gogia
- Executive Member Qazi Ahtashamuddin
- Bhagwan Sahay Garg
- Bhanwar Yadav
- Ramesh Pradhan
- Krishna Avtar
- Amit Maheshwar
- Natasha
- Ankur
- Qazi Iman
Key Statements from the Panel
Federation Patron Surendra Singh Shahpura announced plans to develop a tourism circuit connecting Jhalawar, Kota, and Sawai Madhopur. He also emphasised improving safari facilities for tourists visiting Sawai Madhopur.
Senior Vice President Rannvijay Singh stated that the Hotel Federation of Rajasthan will actively contribute to the tourism sector during events like Rising Rajasthan, the Filmfare Awards, and the upcoming wedding season.
Joint Secretary Anshul Saraogi assured that issues raised by officials from the Shekhawati, Kota, and Bikaner divisions will be taken up with the government for resolution.
Summing Up
The Hotel Federation of Rajasthan’s Diwali Sneh Milan meeting showcased a collaborative effort to tacklepotential challenges in the tourism and hospitality sector. By addressing the Tourism Policy 2024, hotel licensing, and heritage preservation, the Federation laid the groundwork for the state’s future.
They also planned on creating regional tourism circuits, promoting events, and working with the government. These steps will boost tourism, strengthen the state’s economy, and eventually preserve its cultural legacy for future generations.