Hyderabad: The Institute of Hotel Management Shri Shakti, Begumpet, Hyderabad, organized the Farm-to-Folk Tourism Conclave 2025 on Friday, bringing together key stakeholders from the tourism and hospitality sectors.

The conclave was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Valluru Kranthi, Managing Director of the Telangana Tourism Development Corporation. In her address, she emphasized the pivotal role of rural tourism in fostering sustainable livelihoods and empowering local communities through inclusive engagement.

The event featured insightful sessions led by prominent speakers on critical topics including homestay guidelines, MSME funding opportunities, hospitality sector challenges, and the role of digital marketing in tourism promotion.

Concluding the conclave, the Management of Shri Shakti Educational Society reaffirmed their commitment to advancing sustainable tourism and creating rural empowerment opportunities, particularly for youth aspiring to enter the hospitality industry.