12/08/2025
🌟 Inauguration of ADTOI Bihar Chapter 🌟
The Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India (ADTOI) officially inaugurated its Bihar Chapter on 28th June 2025 at Hotel Patliputra Continental, Anisabad, Patna.
The inauguration was graced by Mr. Nand Kishor (IFS), Managing Director, Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation (BSTDC), as the Chief Guest, along with Mr. Ved Khanna, National President of ADTOI, and other senior officials.
Mr. Nand Kishor extended his best wishes to the newly formed chapter, stating that the establishment of ADTOI Bihar will significantly boost domestic tourism in the state. He highlighted that Bihar’s tourism sector is witnessing remarkable growth with the development of modern infrastructure, increasing both domestic and international tourist footfall.
He further mentioned the ongoing work on the Ramayana Circuit, extensive eco-circuit developments in Kaimur and Rohtas, and efforts to globally brand Chhath Puja. He encouraged the Bihar Chapter members to bring more tourists to the state, so visitors can discover Bihar’s beauty while generating local employment opportunities. Mr. Nand Kishor also noted that 4–5 day itineraries can be easily created in Bihar and announced the creation of a tourist helpline to provide essential information to travellers.
Newly Appointed Office Bearers of ADTOI Bihar Chapter:
• Chairman : Mr. Prabhat Kumar
• Secretary : Mr. Rajesh Kumar
• Treasurer : Mr. Sachin Sharma
• Lady Executive Officer : Ms. Anupama Singh
• Advisor : Mr. Ashok Kumar Singh (Retd. IAS, Former Director, Bihar Tourism)
• State Coordinator : Mrs. R. Priyanka
The event was attended by Mr. Ravishankar Upadhyay (PRO, Bihar Tourism), Mr. Sumitabh Dhruv (Gujarat Tourism), Mr. S K Singh (President, Tourism Association Of Bihar (TAB), Mr. Prakash Chandra (Secretary, Tourism Association of Bihar (TAB), ADTOI Bihar Chapter members, representatives from Tourism Association of Bihar (TAB), media personnel, and various tourism stakeholders.
The gathering concluded with all leaders and members taking a pledge to work collectively towards the growth and promotion of tourism in Bihar.