Karnataka Tourism Forum’ announces appointment of new Office Bearers

Bengaluru, May 2025 :The Karnataka Tourism Forum (KTF), a key association representing stakeholders from across the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors in the state, has announced its newly appointed office bearers for the upcoming term. With a renewed focus on collaborative growth, sustainable tourism practices, and strengthening Karnataka's position as a preferred destination on the global tourism map, the new leadership team brings together a dynamic mix of experience, innovation, and industry commitment.

Speaking on the occasion,  Mr. Patrick George, President of the newly elected President of KTF, said "I am deeply honoured to have been elected President of the Karnataka Tourism Forum. This is a pivotal time for our industry, and I look forward to working closely with our members, government bodies, and stakeholders to position Karnataka as a leading year-round tourism destination. Together, we aim to drive growth, foster innovation, and enhance the global visibility of our diverse offerings—from heritage and nature to wellness and adventure."

Mr. Vaibhav D Kamat, Vice President of Karnataka Tourism Forum added, "It is a privilege to serve as Vice-President of the Karnataka Tourism Forum. I believe this platform plays a vital role in bringing together tourism professionals and policymakers to shape the future of tourism in our state. My focus will be on strengthening partnerships, supporting tourism entrepreneurs, and promoting Karnataka’s hidden gems through inclusive and responsible tourism practices."

The newly appointed office bearers of the Karnataka Tourism Forum (2025 – 27) are:

President: Mr. Patrick George (Prakruthi Holidays)

Vice President: Mr. Vaibhav D Kamat (Kamat Eco-Tours & Jungle Holidays)

Secretary: Mr. Ganesh Basavaraj (Rainforest Retreats Pvt. Ltd.,)

Joint Secretary: Ms. Vinutha Kiran (Travel Lounge Inc)

Treasurer: Mr. Vinay KN (Cruise and Travel Pvt. Ltd.,)

Core Committee Members: 

Mr. SN Krishna Chidambara, Sri Sathya Sai Tourists

Mr. Prashanth BS (Safe Wheels Tours and Travels)

Mr. Arvind (Crimson Holidays LLP)

Mr. Prashanth Shenoy (Dravidian Trails Destination Management)

Mr. Dinesh SD (Amazing India Travelxp)

Mr. Sudhir KR (Vizi Tours)

Mr. Ramesh Chandran (Soukhya Holidays)

The Karnataka Tourism Forum has been instrumental in organizing trade events, capacity-building workshops, and public-private dialogues to promote tourism within the state. The new leadership plans to further enhance outreach initiatives, develop thematic circuits, support sustainable travel, and encourage responsible tourism through community engagement. 

The Forum aims to work proactively with Karnataka Tourism, allied associations, and stakeholders across various sectors to unlock new opportunities and create a robust platform for industry representation and development.