AALO, Mar 20: The two-day training program on Homestay Hospitality and Cultural Guide Training for the Siang belt successfully concluded today. The valedictory function was graced by Ms. Mamu Hage, IAS, Deputy Commissioner of West Siang, as the Chief Guest.
The training program was attended by homestay entrepreneurs and tourism guides from West Siang, Shi Yomi, Leparada, Pasighat, Siang, Upper Siang, and Lower Siang districts. The initiative aimed to enhance tourism potential and promote rural tourism in the region.
Prominent resource persons from various fields, including Tata Strive, Hindustan Times (Head of CX), a Professor of Anthropology, an Advisor on Rural Tourism, and Ms. Bengia Manno Sonam, Deputy Director (HRD Tourism), shared insights on homestay hospitality, tourism guiding, and expanding tourism opportunities.
DC Mamu Hage, IAS, highlighted the immense potential of homestays in the Siang belt, emphasizing the region’s pristine natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality, which can attract both domestic and international tourists. She encouraged promoting local cuisines and homestays to enhance the tourism experience. She further suggested implementing the “One District, One Cuisine” initiative to showcase unique local flavors.
Sri T.K. Kopak, District Tourism Officer (DTO), urged the trainees to apply the knowledge gained from the resource persons to boost their entrepreneurship in tourism.
Ms. Bengia Manno Sonam, Deputy Director (HRD), assured continued support and guidance to the participants, ensuring they receive the necessary assistance in their tourism ventures.
During the program, 125 trainees, including youth, women, and men, benefited from specialized training on tourist guiding and homestay management. A field tour to Leparada District (Basar) was also organized for practical exposure.
The training concluded with DC Mamu Hage handing over certificates to all participants, marking a significant step toward strengthening rural tourism and sustainable livelihood opportunities in the Siang belt.(DIPRO)
