Published Date : 28/09/2025
Port Blair, 28 September: On the occasion of World Tourism Day, the Andaman Association of Tour Operators (AATO) organized a special workshop on Taxation & Artificial Intelligence at the ZSI Auditorium yesterday.
The program commenced with a Welcome Address by Shri Mohan Vinod, President AATO, who highlighted the importance of keeping pace with evolving taxation policies and technological advancements for the growth of the tourism sector in the islands. Shri Vinod also expressed his sincere gratitude towards Dr. C. Sivaperuman, Officer-in-Charge & Course Director, ANRC/ZSI, A&N Islands, for his invaluable support in conducting the seminar.
The technical sessions featured two distinguished speakers, Shri Arijit Mondal, Chartered Accountant, who delivered insights on Taxation and compliance relevant to the tourism industry and Shri S.L. Vinjit, CI (Computer Applications), DEO South Andaman, who shared perspectives on the role of Artificial Intelligence in business transformation and tourism services.
The workshop was efficiently anchored by Ms. Tarannum Mohammad, ensuring smooth flow of the program. The event was graced by the presence of Shri Vel Murugan, Assistant Director, India Tourism, Sri Vijaya Puram, who extended his best wishes for the success of the program and appreciated AATO’s initiative in capacity building for the tourism sector.
The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks proposed by Shri K. Hamza, General Secretary AATO, who expressed gratitude to the speakers, dignitaries, members, and participants for making the workshop a success. The workshop witnessed active participation from AATO members and stakeholders of the tourism industry, reaffirming the association’s commitment to knowledge sharing, professional development, and sustainable growth of Andaman Tourism Sector.
Q: What is the purpose of the workshop organized by AATO?
A: The workshop was organized to provide insights on Taxation and Artificial Intelligence, emphasizing the importance of these areas for the growth and development of the tourism sector in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Q: Who were the key speakers at the workshop?
A: The key speakers were Shri Arijit Mondal, a Chartered Accountant, and Shri S.L. Vinjit, CI (Computer Applications), DEO South Andaman. They provided insights on taxation and the role of AI in the tourism industry, respectively.
Q: Who is the President of AATO and what did he highlight in his address?
A: Shri Mohan Vinod is the President of AATO. In his address, he emphasized the importance of staying updated with evolving taxation policies and technological advancements for the growth of the tourism sector.
Q: What role did Dr. C. Sivaperuman play in the workshop?
A: Dr. C. Sivaperuman, Officer-in-Charge & Course Director, ANRC/ZSI, A&N Islands, provided invaluable support in conducting the seminar.
Q: How did the workshop conclude?
A: The workshop concluded with a Vote of Thanks proposed by Shri K. Hamza, General Secretary AATO, who expressed gratitude to the speakers, dignitaries, members, and participants for making the workshop a success.