On 27th September 2024, The PG Department of Commerce and Management organized a Slogan Writing Competition on the topic “Tourism and Peace” to celebrate “World Tourism Day 2024” for the students of B. Com, B. Com FS and M.Com. The World Tourism Day is celebrated annually on September 27 to commemorate the adoption of the UNWTO's (United Nations World Tourism Organization) statutes in 1970. The theme “Tourism and Peace” emphasizes how travel, cultural exchange, and sustainable tourism practices can contribute to conflict resolution, reconciliation, and the promotion of global peace. The students wrote creative slogans which were later displayed on the notice board. Prize winners were:
Lavanya and Harman Walia of B.Com FS Sem III bagged first prize. Silvi and Komal of B.Com Sem V and Mansi of B.Com Sem III got Second prize. Sunakshi, Hershey and Kamakshi of B.Com FS Sem III got third prize. Navneet Kaur of B.Com Sem I received a consolation prize.
The theme for World Tourism Day 2024, ‘Tourism and Peace,’ emphasizes the vital connection between tourism and peacebuilding The objective behind it was to raise awareness among the students to understand tourism's role in international cooperation, sustainable development,
and fostering cultural exchange. By this activity students gain deep insights about India's transformation with world-class infrastructure, doubling of airports, and enhanced connectivity, which will significantly impact tourism. It was resourceful exchange of ideas by
students which instilled in them global understanding of cuisines, culture, people, heritage and adventure.
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