Industry Interface: “Innovation in Sustainable Event Management”
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, 22nd August 2025 – The PATA India Christ University Student Chapter, successfully organized an engaging guest lecture on Industry Interface: “Innovation in Sustainable Event Management” for the 3rd year Students of Department of Tourism Management Christ (Deemed to be University) Bannerghatta Road Campus. The session was delivered by Mr. Sumukh Kumar B S, General Manager at Bigbee Experience Management Pvt. Ltd., who emphasized the growing importance of sustainability in the events sector. He shared insights on recycling vs. upcycling, the role of electric vehicles in reducing emissions, the significance of ISO certifications, and the need to avoid greenwashing. Practical approaches such as replacing physical prints with QR codes, reducing waste, and adopting eco-friendly décor were highlighted as impactful ways to make events more sustainable.
The interactive session witnessed active participation from over 70 students who raised thoughtprovoking questions about real-life upcycling examples, challenges in hosting sustainable events, and India’s current position in adopting eco-friendly practices. Mr. Sumukh encouraged students to see sustainability not as a limitation but as a creative opportunity to innovate in event management. The lecture concluded with a vote of thanks and a token of appreciation presented by Dr. Sandhya H on behalf of the Department of Tourism Management, Christ (Deemed to be University), Bannerghatta Road Campus.
About PATA India Christ University Student Chapter:
Founded in 2020, PATA India CHRIST University Student Chapter is India’s first PATA Student Chapter. The organization is run by students of the tourism discipline of CHRIST (Deemed to be University) to benefit more than 250 members spanning across undergraduate and postgraduate tourism programmes in the university. The members are encouraged to participate in activities hosted by the chapter, focusing on various industry concerns, including sustainability and industry development.
Reach out to PATA India CHRIST University Student Chapter:
Instagram: @pata_cu_
Facebook: @patachristuniversity
LinkedIn: @patachristuniversity
Email: patacustudentchapter@gmail.com
For more information, please contact:
Aashi Kedia, Chairperson
Email: aashi.kedia@bbattmh.christuniversity.in
Diyaa Thakur, Vice-Chairperson
Email: diyaa.thakur@bbattmh.christuniversity.in
