Face to Face with Padmapani Bora, Secretary, Tourism Department

Padmapani Bora is an Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer who has held significant positions in Assam’s tourism sector. He has served as the Secretary of the Tourism Department and as the Managing Director of the Assam Tourism Development Corporation (ATDC). ​tourismcorporation.assam.gov.in+2indianmasterminds.com+2tourism.assam.gov.in+2hospitalitynet.org+1ttgasia.com+1

During his tenure, Bora has been instrumental in promoting Assam as a prime tourist destination. He has emphasized the state’s potential in areas such as religious, tea, river, and rural tourism. Under his leadership, initiatives like the ‘Amar Alohi’ homestay scheme were launched to empower local communities and enhance rural tourism. ​indiglobalmedia.combwhotelier.com

Bora has also focused on increasing international tourist arrivals by participating in global trade shows and promoting Assam’s diverse tourism products. Collaborations with organizations like the Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) have been established to set up hospitality-focused skill training centers in the region.​ttgasia.com+1assamtourismonline.com+1hospitalitynet.org

In June 2023, Bora was relieved from his additional charge as Director of Tourism, with ACS officer Ranoj Kumar Borkataky taking over the position.

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