Tarun Karthick
Sri Vijaya Puram, 07 August 2025
A Legal and Cyber Awareness Seminar aimed at sensitizing tourism stakeholders on legal and cyber safety issues was successfully organised at the ZSI Auditorium, Sri Vijaya Puram, by the Andaman Association of Tour Operators (AATO) in collaboration with the Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India (ADTOI).
The seminar, held under the initiative of ADTOI’s National Growth Committee for Chapters (NGCC), also marked the celebration of ADTOI’s 29th Foundation Day. Welcoming the participants, Mr. M. Vinod, President of AATO, highlighted the journey and contributions of ADTOI toward the development of domestic tourism. He underscored the association’s transformation into a pan-India platform representing the interests of tour operators across the country.
Addressing the gathering as Chief Guest, Mr. Manoj Kumar Meena, IPS, Senior Superintendent of Police (South Andaman / Traffic), spoke on issues related to crime and public safety, particularly in the context of tourism. He urged stakeholders to stay vigilant and collaborate with law enforcement agencies to ensure a secure and welcoming environment for both tourists and residents.
Sub-Inspector Dinesh Kumar Jaiswal of the Cyber Crime Police Station, South Andaman, presented real-life examples of cybercrimes impacting tourists and service providers. He emphasized the pressing need for awareness around digital security, data protection, and secure online transaction practices within the tourism industry.
Adding a legal perspective, Advocate Maheshwar Lall, Additional Public Prosecutor, discussed legal safeguards for businesses, the importance of arbitration, and the need to incorporate well-drafted policies and terms and conditions in all commercial agreements. He highlighted how legal diligence can protect the interests of both tour operators and their clients.
The seminar drew wide participation from the tourism fraternity and was seen as a crucial step in enhancing legal and cyber literacy among tourism professionals in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
