India Tourism Mumbai, in collaboration with IHM Mumbai, organizes 'Dekho Apna Desh' Contest Prize Distribution Ceremony and Tourism Education Expo

**Executive Summary** This document reports on the 'Dekho Apna Desh' Contest Prize Distribution Ceremony and Tourism Education Expo organized by India Tourism Mumbai in collaboration with the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Mumbai on February 4, 2026. The event recognized winners from Maharashtra and the Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli at the national and state levels, with PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya, Bhandara, securing the first prize nationally. The report was posted on February 5, 2026. **Key Points / Main Content** * **Event Details:** * The 'Dekho Apna Desh' Contest Prize Distribution Ceremony and Tourism Education Expo was held on February 4, 2026. * The event was organized by India Tourism Mumbai in association with IHM Mumbai. * **Attendees:** * Dignitaries present included Secretary (Tourism) of Maharashtra, Shri Sanjay Khandare, and Chief Guest; Shri Vikas Bagul, Chief and Founder, School of European Pastry and Guest of Honour; Shri Mohamed Farouk, Regional Director (Western & Central Region), India Tourism; and Smt. Neelam Nadkar, Principal In-charge, IHM Mumbai. * **Prize Distribution:** * Winners from Maharashtra and the Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli were awarded cash prizes, medals, and kits. * The national first prize winner received a special trophy. * **Award Winners:** * PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya, Bhandara, secured the First Prize at the National and State level (Maharashtra). * At the State level (Maharashtra), students from PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya, O.F. Chanda won the First Prize * PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya, Silvassa, secured the First Prize in the Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli. * The Second Prize at the State level was won by students from PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 2, Colaba, Mumbai, and PM Shri Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Solapur. * The Third Prize at the State level was awarded to students from PM Shri Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Raigad, PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya, Washim, and PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya, NAD Karanja. * **Tourism Education Expo:** * The prize distribution ceremony was followed by a Tourism Education Expo. * The Expo included a tourism quiz, live demonstrations (flower arrangements, serviette folding, towel art), and a guided tour of IHM Mumbai. **Impact Analysis** **Students (Contest Winners)** * **Impact:** Awarded cash prizes, medals, kits, and a trophy for national first prize winners, and gained valuable hospitality and tourism education. * **Action Required:** To continue to learn more about the tourism and hospitality industry. **India Tourism Mumbai and IHM Mumbai** * **Impact:** Facilitated the event and promoted tourism education, and are recognised as leaders in the Indian Tourism Industry. * **Action Required:** Continue to expand efforts in recognising and promoting tourism and hospitality for the youth. **Maharashtra Tourism Department** * **Impact:** Recognised and featured as part of the event for promotion of tourism in Maharashtra. * **Action Required:** Continue to encourage and support tourism-based activities, tourism and hospitality studies.

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