The inaugural session of the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Odisha (HRAO) brought together distinguished dignitaries, policymakers, tourism leaders and hospitality industry professionals to celebrate Odisha's rich tourism potential and explore new opportunities for the state's tourism development.
The session featured a welcome address by Shri Dhiman Mazumdar, Secretary General, HRAO; a keynote address by Dr. J. K. Mohanty, Chairman, HRAO; and an address by Smt. Anu Garg, IAS, Chief Secretary, Government of Odisha, along with other distinguished guests.
The discussions highlighted Odisha's immense potential as a leading tourism destination, supported by its rich cultural heritage, magnificent temples, beautiful beaches, wildlife, natural landscapes and diverse hospitality experiences. The session also focused on the vision of Odisha Tourism 2026, emphasising infrastructure development, improved connectivity, hotel investments, sustainable tourism and stronger collaboration between the government and the hospitality sector.
The gathering provided an important platform for industry stakeholders to exchange ideas, discuss challenges and identify new possibilities for strengthening Odisha's tourism ecosystem. The shared vision reflected the importance of collective efforts in promoting Odisha on national and international tourism platforms.
The inaugural session marked an inspiring beginning towards a stronger, more vibrant and globally recognised Odisha tourism industry.
