11.15 a.m – 11.20 a.m IST
The International Heritage Tourism Conclave (IHTC) has evolved into a platform for policy dialogue and industry collaboration in heritage tourism. The Conclave has been hosted across various heritage destinations including Delhi, Jaipur, Khajuraho, Ahmedabad, Mussoorie, Gwalior, Panchkula, Shimla, Jodhpur, Indore, and Vadodara where discussions focused on cultural preservation and sustainable tourism.
The 15th edition is being organised at a time when heritage tourism is increasingly being recognised as a potential growth driver within India’s tourism economy, with the capacity to contribute to domestic travel, employment generation and cultural diplomacy.
The conclave brings together key stakeholders from government, tourism boards, heritage institutions, and industry to discuss perspectives and strategies related to sustainable heritage tourism.
Agenda and Sessions
Release of PHDCCI-KPMG Report on Heritage Tourism
12.00 p.m – 12.10 p.m IST
Presentation by KPMG India on PHDCCI-KPMG Report on Heritage Tourism
12.10 p.m – 12.50 p.m IST
The new age of Museums
Museums are evolving from custodians of history into catalysts for tourism, education and cultural engagement. This session explores how museums can become anchors of cultural tourism by creating engaging experiences that connect visitors with history while contributing to local economies.
Moderator
Aalap Bansal
Partner and Chief Sales Officer – G&PS and Lead – Tourism, Sports and Leisure Practice
KPMG in India
Heritage reimagined: Driving immersive, tech-enabled and experience-led tourism
Heritage tourism is emerging as a catalyst for cultural preservation, economic growth and sustainable destination development
Speaker
Aalap Bansal
Partner and Chief Sales Officer – G&PS and Lead – Tourism, Sports and Leisure Practice
KPMG in India
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