A workshop titled ‘Development of MSME in Odisha Tourism Sector’ was organised by the Directorate of Tourism at the Odisha MSME Trade here on its sixth day on Tuesday. Inaugurating the workshop, MSME Secretary Panchanan Dash opined that the tourism sector of the State has potentiality in employment generation and hence youths should come forward to invest in the Tourism MSMEs. He also stressed upon providing incentives to Tourism MSMEs in MSME Development Policy, which is to be worked upon, for promotion of the sector.
Director of Tourism Ashok Kumar highlighted opportunities available for MSMEs in roadside motels, market distribution, adventure sports, water sports, development of tourism infrastructure and community involvement. Director of Industries Nityananda Palai said MSME entrepreneurs should come forward to establish various service enterprises in tourist spots of the State. Director of Export Promotion and Marketing, Odisha Bijaya Kumar Das delivered welcome address while Joint Director of Industries Sitikanta Sarangi proposed a vote of thanks.
During the technical session, HARO chairman JK Mohanty impressed upon setting up of more hotel enterprises with related services which would be beneficial for all. Among others, Odisha Travel Agent Association’s Himansu Das and MECHEM’s JK Rath spoke. More than 150 participants attended the workshop.