ATOAI Annual General Meeting (AGM) & Elections 2026

1 September 2026 | The Park Hotel, New Delhi

The Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) successfully convened its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for FY 2025–26 on 1 September 2026 at The Park Hotel, New Delhi.

The AGM brought together ATOAI members to review the Association’s achievements, financial performance, key initiatives and priorities for the year ahead. Discussions reflected ATOAI’s continued commitment to strengthening adventure tourism safety, professionalism, standardisation, advocacy and member engagement across India.

Key Highlights

• Review of ATOAI’s achievements and initiatives, including engagement with the Ministry of Tourism, BIS, State Governments and other key stakeholders.
• Continued advocacy for stronger adventure tourism safety standards and risk management frameworks, including the adoption of ISO 21101 – Adventure Tourism Safety Management System.
• Progress in Responsible Adventure Tourism Guide (RATG) training, First Aid, CPR and other capacity-building initiatives across India.
• Continued engagement towards the National Adventure Tourism Framework and strengthening of the National Board for Adventure Tourism.
• Presentation and approval of ATOAI’s audited financial accounts for FY 2025–26.
• Discussion on membership growth, retention and enhanced member participation.
• Recognition of ATOAI’s national conventions, webinars, FAM trips, member initiatives and business development programmes.
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Elections & Leadership Transition

The AGM also marked an important leadership transition for ATOAI, with the election proceedings conducted under the supervision of Returning Officer Mr. Rajiv Kohli. The outgoing leadership expressed its appreciation to ATOAI members, office bearers, Executive Committee members and the Secretariat for their collective contribution to the Association’s growth and development.

The AGM concluded with a shared commitment to carry forward ATOAI’s legacy and further strengthen its role as a leading voice for safe, responsible, sustainable and professional adventure tourism in India.

ATOAI is pleased to announce the Responsible Adventure Tourism Guide Course scheduled from 3–6 September 2026.

This four-day program is designed to equip adventure tourism professionals and guides with the knowledge, skills, and best practices required to promote safe, sustainable and responsible adventure tourism.

Venue: Indian Mountaineering Foundation, New Delhi

Dates: 3–6 September 2026

Registration is now open:

https://forms.gle/bMMqK41FivyAzRj38

More details regarding the course agenda, faculty and logistics will be shared shortly.

We look forward to your participation.

ATOAI successfully hosted the third session of the Member Advantage Webinar Series, featuring our valued member Holiday Moods Adventures Pvt. Ltd., represented by Mr. Tejbir Singh Anand, Managing Director.

The webinar provided participants with valuable insights into Nordic destinations and expedition travel, showcasing the company’s extensive DMC offerings across Finland, Norway, Sweden, Iceland, Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands, along with Luxury Expedition Cruises to Antarctica, the Arctic, and other global destinations. The session highlighted emerging opportunities in experiential travel, destination specialization, and premium expedition tourism.

Presenter Details

• Company: Holiday Moods Adventures Pvt. Ltd.
• Representative: Mr. Tejbir Singh Anand
• Designation: Managing Director
• Contact: +91 98101 22384

Presentation

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TTNjidkfPVLNMldBG8aL7OjgQUJYAK2v/view?usp=sharing

The ATOAI Member Advantage Webinar Series continues to showcase the expertise, innovation, and diverse offerings of member organizations while fostering knowledge-sharing and collaboration across the adventure and experiential travel community.

Members interested in presenting their organization in an upcoming session are invited to apply through the Member Advantage Webinar Series application process.