FTCCI, NITHM join hands to host meet on weekend tourism economy
The conference is a pioneering effort to view weekend tourism not merely as leisure, but as a new economic model for sustainable growth
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Hyderabad: The Tourism Committee of the Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI), Tourism Department, Government of Telangana, National Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Management (NITHM) join hands to host a Half-Day Conference on “Building the Weekend Tourism Economy” on November 15, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at NITHM, Hyderabad, disclosed Prakash Ammanabolu and D Ramchandram, Chairman and Co-chairman of the Tourism Committee of FTCCI.
It will be hosted in association with Telangana Chamber of Events Industry (TCEI) and Pragati Resorts.
This is India’s first-ever full-scale conference dedicated exclusively to the Weekend Tourism Economy. While the Incredible India Tourism Investors Summit, held last year, encouraged the identification of weekend circuits around metros, this conference represents the first structured, national-level dialogue on the subject.
The conference is a pioneering effort to view weekend tourism not merely as leisure, but as a new economic model for sustainable growth. It brings together government, industry, academia, media, and influencers in a 360° ecosystem approach, with a vision to position Hyderabad as India’s Weekend Capital.
Telangana’s strategic location, well-connected infrastructure, and scenic destinations within 150–250 km — from heritage sites to eco-retreats — make it the ideal pilot state for developing Weekend Tourism Circuits.
“Every weekend can power a local economy,” said R Ravi Kumar, President of FTCCI. “By cultivating a Weekend Tourism Economy, Telangana can lead India toward sustainable tourism growth, stronger rural livelihoods, and improved quality of life for urban citizens.”
Jayesh Ranjan, IAS, Special Chief Secretary to the Government of Telangana (Industries, Commerce & Information Technology), has consented to be the Chief Guest and will inaugurate the conference and deliver the keynote address. GBK Rao, Chairman of Pragathi Resorts, which is supporting the curation of the conference, will be the Guest of Honour.
