The FKCCI is happy to join hands with the Department of Tourism, Government of Karnataka, for organising the Dakshin Bharat Utsav, an event which will give a massive uplift to south Indian travel destinations and diverse businesses associated with the tourism sector in the states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra, Telangana Kerala and Puducherry. The Dakshin Bharat Utsav Conference will deliberate on expanding the concept of a host of projects such as adventure tourism, agri tourism, amusement parks, caravan parks, cultural tourism, heritage tourism, eco-tourism, safety & hygiene tourism, heritage hotels, homestays, budget & premium hotels, houseboats, tented accommodation, museum & galleries, ropeways, theme parks, tourist luxury coach, wellness centre, wayside amenities, etc. A major focus of the DBU Conference will be on strengthening the tourism infrastructure with special emphasis on destination development, tourism circuit development, tourism projects development, sustainable tourism, tourism Land Banks and Development Fund, adoption & management of destinations and tourism areas, support for digital initiatives and innovation in tourism. The Dakshin Bharat Utsav is an idea whose time has come. And it is for us to capitalize on the multi-faceted opportunities that can take the tourism sector to the next level. Best wishes to the participants