Rangsutra concludes at SHTM, JU

JAMMU, SEPTEMBER 15: The three day long cultural and heritage fest ‘Rangsutra’ concluded today at School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, University of Jammu where Minister for Industries and Commerce Chander Parkash Ganga was the Chief Guest

 Corporate Chef ITC Hotels, Manjit Singh Gill was the Guest of Honor and Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu, Prof. R.D Sharma presided over the valedictory ceremony. The function was attended by culinary experts of Chef Association of Five Rivers, Principals of various degree colleges and schools, NCC cadets and students of SHTM.

 Chander Parkash Ganga in his address said that it is important to showcase the culture and heritage of the state and University can play a catalytic role in this regard. He appreciated the efforts of SHTM in bringing together students on a competitive platform to promote the heritage and culture of the state. With Jammu & Kashmir being a tourism driven economy, he said that hospitality and tourism education needs a greater fillip and University of Jammu can take a lead in this direction.

Chef Manjit Singh Gill emphasized that regional cuisine is the true identity of any destination.  He said that our ancient wisdom on food techniques, if leveraged properly can position India as a global food power. He emphasized on the emerging trends of wellness and sustainability and believed that discovery and documentation of regional cuisines can be a step in this direction.

Prof. R D Sharma, Vice-Chancellor, University of Jammu congratulated the SHTM for consecutively organizing the innovative event which brings in people from industry, academia and civil society to deliberate on issues of contemporary relevance.

Earlier Director, SHTM, Professor Parikshat Singh Manhas in his welcome address said that the School through student driven activities encourages them to creatively execute various aspects and dimensions of tourism. He said that the School is perceived as among the top three tourism schools in the country. With celebrity chefs being part of this event, he said that Rangsutra has the potential to become an international culinary event in future. On behalf of the School, Prof Manhas received the best event award from Chef Association of Five Rivers (CAFR).