*Tech In Tourism 2025 Concludes Successfully in Bhubaneswar, Setting a New Benchmark for Odisha’s Tourism Innovation Landscape
Bhubaneswar, 7 December 202(A.D.News) The 3rd edition of Tech In Tourism, organised by Retrod. in collaboration with TiE Bhubaneswar, concluded today with remarkable success.
The conclave brought together leading voices from hospitality, travel, technology, culture, and entrepreneurship, positioning Odisha as an emerging hub for tourism innovation and digital transformation.
The inaugural ceremony began with the Lighting of the Lamp of Wisdom, graced by Shri Sidhant Mohapatra MLA, Shri Debasish Patnaik Director, The Crown & Founder, Dalma, and Shri Pravat Panda Founder & MD, Retrod. Shri Pravat Panda delivered the Welcome Address, reaffirming Retrod’s mission to build a technology-driven ecosystem for tourism.
Eminent speaker Shri Debasish Patnaik highlighted the cultural strengths and rising hospitality standards of Odisha, followed by an impactful Guest of Honour address by Shri Nachiketa Das, MD, Mall IQ Inc. Chief Guest Shri Sidhant Mohapatra commended the initiative for creating a collaborative platform that unites innovators, industry leaders, and policymakers.
The conclave featured recognitions for outstanding contributors to the tourism and hospitality sector. Knowledge Sessions & Panels Four power-packed panel discussions explored the future of tourism across themes such as innovation, sustainability, experiential travel, AI, cultural heritage, and business growth.
Speakers included senior leaders from MSME, ITC Welcome Hotels, Shinestar Global Holidays, Motwani Constructions, Batoi Systems, Tatwa Technologies, iSpyCyber, Kruti Coffee, KIIT, Sai Bhagabati Group, and other distinguished institutions. Launch of TiE Open MiC Connect A key highlight was the unveiling of Open MiC Connect by TiE Bhubaneswar, led by Shri AK Mohanty President, TiE , Shri Debasish Patnaik, and Shri Pravat Panda, marking a significant step toward fostering innovation and collaboration among Odisha’s entrepreneurs and startup ecosystem.
A Conclave Poised to Boost Odisha Tourism With more than 500 delegates, 30+ speakers, and representation from hotels, travel companies, technology firms, restaurateurs, academia, and cultural leaders, the event reinforced Odisha’s potential to emerge as a prominent tourism destination on the global map
The conclave successfully positioned technology as a catalyst for redefining guest experience, improving operational efficiency, and unlocking new tourism opportunities across Odisha.Tech In Tourism 2025 concluded with a renewed commitment to strengthening the
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