ATOAI Leads National Dialogue on Risk Management and Responsible Growth in Indian Adventure Tourism

The Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) successfully hosted the Indian Adventure Tourism Risk Management Seminar in New Delhi bringing together senior government officials, global adventure tourism experts, rescue professionals, insurers, expedition leaders and tourism stakeholders for a landmark dialogue on strengthening safety, sustainability and responsible growth in India’s rapidly expanding adventure tourism sector.

Government Commitment
- Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat reaffirmed India’s focus on responsible tourism with safety, sustainability, and community participation at the core.
- Adventure tourism is seen as a driver of employment, local economic growth, and global visibility for India’s landscapes.

Industry Voices
- Rahul Kanwal moderated discussions on experiential travel and preparedness.
- Ajeet Bajaj (ATOAI President): “Risk management is the foundation of a credible, sustainable and globally competitive adventure tourism ecosystem.”

Key Seminar Themes
- Safety frameworks: ISO 21101, incident reporting, emergency response systems.
- Guide training: Skilling, certification, and capacity building.
- Equipment standards: Inspection and certification protocols.
- Insurance & liability: Stronger frameworks for accountability.
- Sustainability: Environmentally responsible tourism practices.
- Regulation: Compliance mechanisms aligned with global best practices.

Government Updates
- Officials from the Ministry of Tourism announced India’s Adventure Tourism Safety Framework.
- Emphasis on safety audits, guide certification, incident reporting, and sustainable destination planning.

Outcome
- Open-house discussions produced recommendations for better risk management and operational accountability.
- ATOAI pledged continued collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, state governments, and industry stakeholders to make India a global benchmark for safe, sustainable adventure tourism.

About ATOAI
The Adventure Tour Operators Association of India is the apex body for India’s adventure tourism industry, working to improve safety standards, promote responsible practices, and support skill development.