TRAVEL BEATS
May, 2022 -Vol: 1 Issue: 1 A Quarterly E- Magazine by Department of Tourism Studies, Central University of Kashmir
DTS
Cover Photo by: Yaseer Majid
Green Campus, Dudherhama,Ganderbal,191201
Hon’ble Vice Chancellor’s Message
It a matter of great pleasure to share the quarterly E-magazine namely “DTS- Travel Beats” of the Department of Tourism Studies (DTS). The magazine encapsulates the overall departmental profile along with the diverse activities/events organized by the DTS. It has been a pleasure to witness the growth and development of the department in the domains of academics, research and extra co-curricular activities.
This initiative of launching E-magazine “DTS-Travel Beats” shall go a long way in not only projecting the activities of the department but shall also help in projecting unexplored/virgin destinations of the valley. It will help the students in chiselling their skills to travel writing/blogging/photography particularly in the area of tourism. The DTS has always done its best to ensure optimal outreach to its stakeholders through offline as well as online mode. The University appreciates the efforts of the DTS-team for leading and its commitment towards quality education and research.
I congratulate the entire team of DTS for the inaugural issue of E-magazine
“DTS-Travel Beats” and I am very much optimistic that the DTS shall continuously thrive with the same enthusiasm in the times to come. My best wishes to the DTS.
Prof. Farooq Ahmad Shah Hon’ble Vice Chancellor
Registrar’s Message
It gives me an immense pleasure to present the inaugural issue of a quarterly E- magazine “DTS-Travel Beats” of the Department of Tourism Studies (DTS).
Ever since the establishment of the DTS, the whole team of young and dynamic faculty members have always strived to create an atmosphere which is conducive to acquisition and impartment of quality education. This has led to a quest for seeking excellence and ensuring sustained growth and development of the department.
It has been a pleasure to witness the growth and development of the DTS across all the fronts viz a viz curricular and extra co-curricular activities. The DTS- Travel Beats shall be helpful in highlighting the diverse activities of the department which have been organized from time to time.
I am very much confident that DTS shall continue to make a mark in terms of academic excellence and shall keep attracting the students from across the country. I wish all the best to entire team of DTS and congratulate them for the inaugural issue of a quarterly E-magazine
“DTS-Travel Beats”.
Prof. Mohammad Afzal Zargar Registrar
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FROM THE CHIEF EDITOR Mr. Faizan Ashraf Mir (Coordinator)
It gives me great pleasure to present the inaugural issue of the E-Magazine
“DTS Travel Beats”-
A Quarterly E-Magazine of the Department of Tourism Studies.
Academics is not just about classroom learning especially for professional courses like Tourism Management.
Students must always be exposed to new skills by keeping abreast with the world around. This E- Magazine is aimed at providing a platform to the students for exchanging ideas and showcasing their creativity viz a viz Travel Blogging, Vlogs, Travelogues etc. We at DTS are very hopeful that DTS-Travel Beats will work as a stimulant to encourage our students to take up entrepreneurial opportunities with regards to Travel Photography, Travel Videography, Travel Writing etc.
I congratulate the entire team of DTS for the E-Magazine which aesthetically captures the essence of DTS. I look forward to editing and issuing many more excellent issues in the times to come. I am hopeful this small initiative will go a long way in building an inimitable brand for DTS.
CHIEF EDITOR Mr. Faizan Ashraf Mir (Coordinator)
ASSIOCIATE EDITOR Dr. Asma Bashir
LAYOUT AND DESIGN Mr. Yaseer Majid
ADVISORY BOARD Dr. Ramjit Singh Dr Ashaq Hussain Ms. Shahnaz Akhtar Dr. Adil A. Nazki Dr. Abid Suhail Nika
STUDENTS EDITORIAL BOARD Ms. Bushra Altaf
Ms. Ifra Hamid Mr. Yaseer Majid Mr. Muhammad Adhil PHOTOGRAPHS DTS Students
2 The Department of Tourism Studies was established in 2012 with the purpose to promote
world class research and teaching in Tourism and Hospitality. The Department encourages continuous interface with industry through internship projects, Guest lectures and curriculum development.
The Department aims at developing the budding managers for tourism industry inculcating a sense of initiative and accountability in them for their overall personality development with ethical and intellectual vigour. The main objective of the curriculum formulated by the
Department is to produce the leaders for industry, who can use their management skills for the development of the industry.
The Department is staffed with regular faculty having high academic credentials, industry exposure, administrative experience and work commitment. The Department also has adequate infrastructure in terms of Smart Class Rooms, Library, Computer Lab, LCD
Projectors, Internet Connectivity and assured power supply. In addition to MTTM programme, the Department also offers a Direct PhD programme and B.Voc. in Tourism & Hospitality respectively.
About the Department
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Programmes Offered
The MTTM Programme
The Master of Travel & Tourism Management (MTTM) is a two year full time degree programme offered by the Department in the area of travel, tourism and hospitality from the year 2012. The curriculum of the programme has been designed after considering the needs of the tourism industry and on the basis of national and international standards. The curriculum is being revised and
upgraded on regular basis to keep pace with industry requirements and latest research. The intake capacity for admission to the MTTM programme has been fixed as 46 students per year. The selection of students for admission to this professional course is done through a Central Universities Entrance Test (CUET) which is conducted across India by all Central Universities followed by the Group Discussion and Personal Interviews.
Direct Ph.D Programme
The Department is offering a Direct Ph.D Programme in the subject of travel and tourism management. The selection of scholars for admission to this research programme is done through the Central Universities Entrance Test (CUET),
conducted across the Country by all the Central Universities, followed by Research Proposal Presentation and Personal Interview. The intake capacity for Ph.D
programme is subject to vacancy of seats with the approved Research guides of the Department.
B.Voc. in Tourism & Hospitality
The Department launched the B.Voc programme in Tourism & Hospitality in the year 2017 under the NSDC scheme approved by the UGC. The course is a multi- level course with exit options after specific time periods. The selection of students for admission to this professional course is done through a Central Universities Entrance Test (CUET) .
Selection Procedure
The intake capacity for admission to the MTTM programme has been fixed as 44 students per year. The selection of students for admission to this professional course is done through a Central Universities Entrance Test (CUET) which is conducted across India by all Central Universities followed by the Group
Discussion and Personal Interviews. However the intake capacity for Integrated M.Phil/ Ph.D programme is subject to vacancy of seats with the approved Research guides of the Department.
• Mr. Faizan Ashraf Mir (Coordinator, DTS)
(Assistant Professor)
• Dr. Ramjit Singh (Sr. Assistant Professor)
• Dr. Ashaq Hussain Najar (Assistant Professor)
• Ms. Shahnaz Akhtar (Assistant Professor)
• Dr. Abid S. Nika (Assistant Professor)
• Dr. Adil A. Nazki (Assistant Professor)
• Dr. Asma Bashir (Assistant Professor)
DTS Faculty
Events Conducted by DTS
Induction Day for the DTS Batch of 2021. World Tourism Day celebration 27 September 2021.
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Interaction with Dr. Irfan Rashid on climate change day. One day field/property visit to Gulmarg organized by DTS
Online Cultural Event was organized by DTS, 19th June, 2021.
Flora and Fauna exploration tour of Dachigam National Park, Srinagar.
Destination visit to Athwatoo and Walur Vintage , Bandipora.
DTS holds workshop on Travel Photography on 22nd April, 2022.
Yaseer Majid
Photo By: Ifra Hamid Photo By: Bushra Altaf
Photo By: Farsin
Photo By: Mahwish
Photo By: Nashwa Photo By: Mhd Adhil
Photo By: Azra
Photo By: Iqbal
Photo By: Mahoor Photo By: Maria
Photo By: Mehwish Photo By: Nuzhat Photo By: Nawaz Ah
Photo By: Nayeem Ah
Photo By: Rehan Photo By: Uzma Photo By: Waseem
Photographs Captured by DTS Students During Travel Photography Workshop
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Tourism Business Club Activities
The Tourism Business Club aims to focus on shaping the overall personality of the students. It helps students prepare the significant stage events and programmes, guide them to generate new ideas and overcome stage fear.
This club offers participation beyond classroom setup and academic programmes. It provides a great platform to usher-in the distinctive perspectives and life experiences.
Tourism Business Club also plays a critical role in determining and channelizing the passion and interest of students much beyond their academic pursuit.
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Alumni Making DTS Proud
MUSADIQ RAFIQ (Batch of 2019)
He is working as an adventure trek leader and tour operator at cliffhangers Asia. An avid
mountaineer, he has trekked to Durinar lake the highest alpine lake in Kashmir at an altitude of 4200 meters approx.
SYED ABRAR UL HAQ (Batch of 2019) A student with entrepreneurial mindset, he is running his own café and restaurant called OFFBEAT.
FAZILA FAROOQ (Batch of 2019)
Currently working as Guest handling executive, front office at Vivanta by Taj, one of the most beautiful and up-end properties in Srinagar.
FALAK ASHRAF (Batch of 2019)
Presently working as a B2B representative for sales and operation for Travel Triangle, Delhi.
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Our Current Students Speak…
“Kashmir is my second home now. No one can deny that this place is blessed with surreal blissful beauty. At Central university of Kashmir I got an
opportunity to explore Kashmir and its culture, cuisine, people. This place is overwhelming and no signs of any threats here blessed by humble and family like people. I am enjoying to the extreme.”
Farsin, Kerala.
“My name is Antima. I am from Jammu and i am studying Tourism. I enjoy travelling and am very lucky to have lots of opportunities to do this – exploring new cultures that makes me so happy. I
absolutely love Kashmir, it’s a wonderful valley that always has something going on and loads of places to explore – I am super proud of saying I live here and study at Central University of Kashmir”.
My name is Muhammed Adhil from Kerala. I am one of the students who got the privilege to pursue my post- graduation in Travel and tourism
management at the Central University of Kashmir. Kashmir, aka Jannet-E-
Kashmir, had been on my bucket list like every hodophile. It's always complicated to choose a favourite place in Kashmir due to the diverse range of cultures and traditions. Lately, visiting the notable Islamic shrine of Makhdoom Sahib who was a Sufi mystic living in Kashmir. has been one of my favourite places in Kashmir for its peaceful ,serene environment and understanding Sufism.
My name is Jeril M Joy from Kerala. I’m pursuing my post graduation in travel and tourism management at Central University of Kashmir. I am glad to doing my masters here . It’s a wonderful
opportunity to study here in Kashmir. I have learned many things ,got many experience . As a part of my academics I had to do internship in tourism
organization/industry. I got a Golden opportunity to do my internship At Thomas cook India in Bangalore.. It was very good experience. I’ve created very good relationship with colleagues It was very good atmosphere to work with.
Unexplored Places of Kashmir
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SHRUNZ FALL: THE HIDDEN PARADISE”Umar Bashir, 2nd Semester MTTM
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hrunz fall is located on ningli stream in North Kashmir Baramulla district .The fall is about 22kms from Srinagar Muzzafarabad National Highway when one takes turn at Tapper, choora and poutkha Muqam..Tourism department has installed Sign boards on these 3 places having landscape picture of the fall in it. The fall is just 5km away from Baba Reshi shrine, a pilgrim spot where the shrine of famous Sufi Saint Baba Payam ud din Reshi is located. It is also 30 kms away from district headquarters baramulla.One can also reach to this fall from Srinagar through Narbal and can book cab/ car from Tangmarg to this fall .It is located in a remote area, this area is rich in flora and fauna and is beautified with pir and pine trees. It is exactly in the lap of peer panjal mountain range.This place can be good for water and adventure tourism. The area around shrunz fall has a good potential of zip lining, Trekkers can have a hard adventure all the way from GULMARG, BABA RESHI and TANGMARG to this fall.
The villages situated in picturesque forest area near Shrunz waterfall include
Saterseeran, Nagbal,Dandmoh, Nilsar,
Chontipathri and Baldaji. The natural falling of water doubles to the charm of the spot in scenic beauty. The spot remains priority of people including school children everyday to enjoy at.
What’s unfortunate is the treatment of the authorities towards this place, there’s no development. A place that has the caliber to be a great tourist destination has ended up being a lost paradise. Due to lack of basic facilities in the area the visiting tourists face immense hardships. Locals opine that this unexplored tourist destination if maintained properly can to a great extent to boost the economy of the area.
Talking about the local food the area is rich in wheat production. The famous Kashmiri Qahwah with MAKAI CHOUT has also made the place very famous in terms of food. Rest we can find all the food types persisting there as throughout in Kashmir....
The local transport for the site is basically from the main Baramulla and from different link roads connecting national highway to site.
The another famous route connecting the site is from Tangmarg via Baba Reshi road through charming forests.
Nuzhat Farooq, 2nd Semester MTTM.
Uri
, known as ‘Window of Kashmir‘, is a beautiful town located on the left bank of Jhelum river, about 23 miles away from Baramulla. Before partition, the Jhelum Valley road linking srinagar with Koh-Mari-Rawalpindi via Muzaffarabad enters into Kashmir Valley from this very town. Holy shrine of Saint Baba Fareed ud din sahib, surrounded by lush green forests and meadows, is situated at top of village Garkote in north Kashmir's Baramulla district.There is a big rock in Baba Fareed and it has footprint of a horse on it, and it is believed that Saint Baba Fareed Sahibs horse used to rest there. It is an unexplored area which is
situated 10km away from Uri, 60 km from Baramulla and 115 km from Srinagar.
There are little huts in Baba Fareed which belong to local inhabitants of nearby villages and in summers people graze their animals in the lush green meadows of Baba Fareed mountain.
Famous for it's meadows, it has a great potential for tourism attraction also the place is good for camping, trekking etc.
You can experience the view of mighty Kandi mountain which is the highest mountain peak in Uri, from there you can see the full view of the whole Uri town .You can also experience the refreshing view of Pir Panjal mountain.
Uri: The Window of Kashmir
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