AMANTHRAN 2025, an international conference devoted to the most recent developments in tourism, hospitality, and regional development, was successfully held at Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management (GNIHM), a prestigious institution under JIS Educational Initiatives. On April 24, 2025, the event took place on the GNIHM campus, bringing together academics, industry leaders, and global experts for a day of thought-provoking dialogue and productive cooperation.

The conference was graced by eminent guests, like Prof. Dr. Satish Chandra Bagri, Member, Indian National Commission for Cooperation with UNESCO; Dr. M. A. Sofique, The University of Burdwan, West Bengal; Mr. Samik Ray, IITG, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India; H.E. Ram Krishna Jaiswal, Honorary Consul of the Republic of Maldives in Kolkata; Dr. Bhaskar Gupta, Vice Chancellor, JIS University; Mr. Debjit Dutta, CEO, Impression Tourism Services; Dr. Rasheedul Haque, Associate Professor, Faculty of Business, Hospitality, Accounting and Finance, Mahsa University, Malaysia; and Dr. Ashish Dahiya, Associate Dean, Centre for International Academic Affairs, M.D. University, Rohtak, Haryana, and others.

To change the tourism, hospitality, and regional development industries, AMANTHRAN 2025 provided a stimulating forum for the sharing of creative ideas, ground-breaking research, and useful tactics. The conference, which focused on sustainability, innovation, and regenerative practices, sparked a meaningful conversation about global trends, environmental responsibility, and innovative solutions. By connecting academia and industry, the event bolstered meaningful partnerships and gave attendees a chance to network, exchange knowledge, and work together to create solutions that support a more sustainable and responsible tourism, hospitality, and regional development ecosystem.

The Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management is dedicated to promoting sustainability and innovation in the travel, hospitality, and regional development industries. This vision of connecting academic excellence with concrete, real-world impact was aptly embodied by AMANTHRAN 2025.

Priyanka Dutta