In a significant step towards strengthening industry collaboration and enhancing hygiene and safety standards, the Professional Housekeepers Association (PHA) and the Karnataka Pest Management Association (KPMA) formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during a knowledge-sharing programme titled ‘Housekeeping Synergy 3.0’, held at Hotel Ramanashree, Bengaluru.
The MoU establishes a strategic partnership between the two associations with a focus on collaboration, knowledge exchange, training initiatives, and the promotion of best practices aimed at creating cleaner, safer, and more sustainable environments across hospitality, healthcare, commercial, and institutional sectors.
The programme was attended by senior industry professionals and was graced by Mr. P. K. Mohankumar, Founder & CEO, Turnstone Hospitality LLP, who attended as the Chief Guest. Addressing the gathering, he said,
“Cleanliness and safety are no longer isolated functions; they are interdependent responsibilities. This MoU reflects a progressive mindset and sets a benchmark for collaborative efforts that will benefit both the industry and society at large.”
A key highlight of the event was a panel discussion titled ‘Power of Collaboration: Redefining Clean and Safe Environments through Housekeeping and Pest Management Synergy’, moderated by Mr. Virender Razdan, Founder & CEO, Incode Hotels & Hospitality. Industry experts discussed integrated approaches, compliance requirements, innovation, and the growing need for coordination between housekeeping and pest management professionals.
Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Ravichandra V., President, Karnataka Pest Management Association, said,
“This MoU is a milestone for our association. By aligning closely with housekeeping professionals, we can jointly develop holistic solutions that address hygiene, safety, and preventive care more effectively.”
Mrs. Jayashree Nagaraj, Founder President and Chairperson, Professional Housekeepers Association, added,
“Housekeeping today goes far beyond aesthetics. It is central to health, safety, and sustainability. Partnering with KPMA will help create stronger frameworks, shared learning platforms, and unified standards that elevate the profession and deliver greater value to stakeholders.”
Housekeeping Synergy 3.0 witnessed participation from senior housekeeping professionals, pest management experts, solution providers, and industry stakeholders. The MoU is expected to pave the way for joint training programmes, workshops, awareness initiatives, and industry advocacy, further strengthening the ecosystem of facility hygiene and safety management.
