Responsible Wildlife Tourism
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India — January 24, 2026: The Department of Tourism Management at Christ University, in collaboration with the PATA India Christ University Student Chapter, hosted a guest lecture on Responsible Wildlife Tourism. The session aimed to provide students with deeper insights into ethical wildlife practices and the critical role of conservation in the tourism industry. The lecture was delivered by Vanshika Pawar, an alumna of Christ University, Bannerghatta Road Campus. The session was conducted for both third-year undergraduate Tourism students and postgraduate students, offering valuable industry-oriented insights into ethical wildlife tourism practices.The lecture focused on aligning conservation with commerce in a manner that meaningfully benefits local communities while protecting wildlife ecosystems. Through engaging discussions and video presentations, the speaker shared real-life experiences from the wildlife tourism industry, giving students a practical understanding of the challenges, responsibilities, and rewards of working in this sector. The session proved to be an enriching learning experience, inspiring students to approach wildlife tourism with responsibility, empathy, and professionalism.
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
