Call for Papers | 2-Day National Conference on From Heritage to Hospitality: Geographical Indications, Tourism & Destination Identity by University of Kashmir: Submit by Aug 30
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About the Organisation
The Department of Tourism, Hospitality & Leisure Studies at the University of Kashmir is a premier academic department dedicated to excellence in education, research, and field studies in tourism and hospitality management. The University of Kashmir is accredited with Grade A++ by NAAC.
About the Conference
The Two-Day National Conference on “From Heritage to Hospitality: Geographical Indications, Tourism & Destination Identity” brings together scholars, policymakers, industry leaders, tourism professionals, and Geographical Indication stakeholders.
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The conference explores how Geographical Indications (GIs) shape destination identity and advance sustainable tourism and hospitality. It treats GI as a bridge that transforms local distinctiveness into memorable visitor experiences and meaningful livelihoods.
About Call for Papers
The conference invites scholarly abstracts and research papers addressing the multidimensional aspects of:
- Geographical Indications
- Tourism and hospitality
- Rural development
- Legal and policy frameworks
- Traditional knowledge and biodiversity
- Marketing, branding, and value chains
- Destination identity
Selected abstracts will be invited for full-paper submission. All accepted papers will be considered for presentation at the conference.
Eligibility
The conference is open to:
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- Scholars and researchers
- Faculty members
- Industry professionals
- GI stakeholders
- Students
Co-authorship is permitted, with a maximum of three authors per paper.
Conference Theme
Main Theme: From Heritage to Hospitality: Geographical Indications, Tourism & Destination Identity
Presentation Tracks
- Track 1: GI and Cultural Heritage
- Track 2: GIs and Rural Development
- Track 3: Tourism, Hospitality and Destination Identity
- Track 4: Legal Frameworks and Policy Perspectives
- Track 5: GI, Traditional Knowledge and Biodiversity
- Track 6: Marketing, Branding and Value Chain
- Track 7: Emerging Issues and Future Perspectives
Submission Categories
- Abstract Submission
- Full-Paper Submission – upon invitation following abstract selection
Abstract Formatting Guidelines
| Requirement | Specification |
| Length | 250-300 words |
| File format | Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) |
| Font | Times New Roman |
| Font size | 12 pt |
| Line spacing | 1.5 |
| Title | Clear and concise |
| Keywords | Maximum of five |
| Author details | Full name of each author |
| Affiliation | Institution or organisation |
| Contact details | Corresponding author’s email address |
Abstract Requirements
The abstract must clearly state:
- Research problem
- Research objectives
- Methodology
- Key findings or arguments
- Significance of the study
Submission Guidelines
- The abstract must be original and unpublished.
- It must not be under review or consideration elsewhere.
- An individual may submit only one abstract as the presenting author.
- A paper may have a maximum of three authors.
- Submissions must comply with the prescribed formatting requirements.
- Selected authors will be invited to submit their full papers.
Registration Fees
| Participant Category or Service | Fee |
| Student/Scholar | ₹3,000 |
| Working Professional | ₹3,500 |
| Online Participation | ₹1,000 |
| Add-on: Paper Presentation | ₹500 |
| Add-on: Accommodation | ₹5,000 |
Accommodation is offered on a sharing basis and includes all meals.
Registration Process
Participants must submit their abstracts by email to the official address provided by the organising committee. Submissions should be completed before the applicable deadline.
Further registration instructions will be communicated by the organising committee.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Abstract submission deadline | 30 August 2026 |
| Notification of acceptance | 5 September 2026 |
| Full-paper submission deadline | 10 September 2026 |
| Conference registration deadline | 10 September 2026 |
| Conference dates | 17-18 September 2026 |
Submission Procedure
Submit the abstract as a Microsoft Word file (.doc or .docx) by email to: [email protected]
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The email subject may be written as: Abstract Submission – National Conference on GI, Tourism & Destination Identity
Contact Information
| Contact Detail | Information |
| Telephone | +91 8003966375 |
| [email protected] | |
| Venue | Department of Tourism, Hospitality & Leisure Studies, University of Kashmir, Hazratbal, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir – 190006 |
Suggested Abstract Template
TITLE OF THE ABSTRACT
Author 1 Full Name¹, Author 2 Full Name², Author 3 Full Name³
¹Department/Institution/Organisation, City, State
²Department/Institution/Organisation, City, State
³Department/Institution/Organisation, City, State
Corresponding Author: Full Name
Email: [email protected]
Abstract
Write the abstract in 250-300 words. It should clearly identify the research problem, objectives, methodology, principal findings or arguments, and significance of the study. Use Times New Roman, 12-point font, with 1.5-line spacing.
Keywords: Keyword 1; Keyword 2; Keyword 3; Keyword 4; Keyword 5
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