5 September 2026: The National Institute of Tourism & Hospitality Management (NITHM) conducted a Tour Guides Orientation Programme from 31 August to 5 September 2026 in association with the Department of Tourism and Department of Heritage, Government of Telangana.

A total of 60 candidates from 28 districts of Telangana participated in the programme, including 47 male and 13 female candidates.

The programme focused on enhancing participants’ knowledge and skills in tourism, Telangana’s history and heritage, culture, destination interpretation, communication, visitor management, responsible tourism, safety and digital guiding tools.

The training included expert sessions, classroom learning, practical activities and field-based experiences, helping participants develop the confidence and professional skills required to provide informative, engaging and responsible guiding services.

The inaugural session was addressed by Prof. V. Venkata Ramana, Director, NITHM, and Prof. Arjun Rao Kuthadi, Director, Department of Heritage, Telangana. Dr. Niraj Gohil, Dean and Programme Coordinator, welcomed the participants, while Dr. N. Yadagiri, -Co- Coordinator, coordinated the programme.

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