GLOBAL INDIAN MUSIC TOURISM BOARD OF INDIA (GIMTB)
Putting Rich Indian Music on National & Global Map Via ACOHI - Hospitality Industry of India & Asia
Introduction
Global musical tourism is a burgeoning sector that combines the love for travel with the passion for music. India, with its rich and diverse musical heritage, is uniquely positioned to become a major player in this field. The Global Musical Tourism Board (GMTBI) has been instrumental in promoting Indian music of all categories on the national and world stage, aiming to attract tourists and music enthusiasts from around the globe.
Vision
The vision of India’s global musical tourism initiative is to establish India as a premier destination for music tourism. This involves showcasing the country’s diverse musical traditions, from classical and folk to contemporary and fusion genres, along with the best in Bollywood music. The goal is to create a vibrant, sustainable tourism sector in the hospitality industry that not only boosts the economy but also fosters cultural exchange and understanding both in India and across the globe.
Mission
The mission of the Global Musical Tourism Board is multi-faceted:
- Promotion of Indian Music: To promote Indian music globally through defined concerts, festivals, and collaborations with national & international artists.
- Cultural Exchange: To facilitate cultural exchange by inviting international musicians to perform in India and encouraging Indian artists to tour abroad.
- Economic Development: To boost local economies by attracting tourists to music festivals and events.
- Preservation of Heritage: To preserve and promote India’s musical heritage by supporting traditional musicians and music forms.
- Education and Awareness: To educate global audiences about the richness and diversity of Indian music through workshops, seminars, and digital platforms.
- Revamp & Retain the Acoustic Music Artists: To make sure these artists get proper jobs and remunerations so that the acoustic artist remains back in the music sector in front of synthetic machine made music.
- Bring Back the Legacy of Lost Music in Hotels Across India & Asia : The trend of live music has vanished in Hotels which needs to get back rolling, bringing liveliness back in hotels via music also it will give a major boost to musicians for their livelihood.
Putting Indian Music on the Global Map
The GMTBI has undertaken several initiatives to put Indian music on the global map:
- International Collaborations: Collaborations with international artists have been a key strategy.
- City, State, National & Global Music Concerts & Festivals: Hosting and participating in global music festivals has been another effective approach.
- Highly Positioned Concerts: Usage of top-end technology, research, and brand positioning to attract local, national, and international audiences.
- Digital Platforms: Leveraging digital platforms to reach a wider audience has been an important part of action plans.
- Educational Programs: Educational programs and workshops conducted by renowned Indian musicians have helped in spreading awareness and appreciation of Indian music. These programs often include masterclasses, lectures, and interactive sessions.
- Cultural Ambassadors and Board of Directors (BOD): Appointing cultural ambassadors and BOD who are well-known figures in the music industry has helped in promoting Indian music globally. These ambassadors participate in national and international events and use their influence to highlight India’s musical heritage.
Conclusion
India’s global musical tourism initiative, spearheaded by the Global Musical Tourism Board of India, is a visionary effort to promote the country’s rich musical heritage on the national and world stage. Through strategic collaborations, global festivals, digital platforms, educational programs and cultural ambassadors. India is successfully putting its music on the global map. This initiative not only enhances India’s musical & cultural footprint but also contributes to economic development and cultural exchange, making it a win-win for all stakeholders involved.
केंद्रीय राज्य मंत्री आदरणीय श्री. रामदास आठवले जी ने की संगीत के महागुरु पद्म भूषण आदरणीय श्री. प्यारेलाल शर्मा जी से उनके बांद्रा स्थित घर पर की मुलाकात. मुलाकात ऊर्जावान और संगीत की विविध बातों से भरकर रही.
उन्हे भारत सरकार द्वारा पद्म भूषण पुरस्कार मिलने पर रिपब्लिकन पार्टी की तरफ से आत्मिक शुभकामनाए प्रदान कर आदरणीय श्री रामदास आठवले जी ने उनका यथोचित सम्मान कर उनका और उनके परिवार जन का मुंह मीठा किया.
गौरतलब है रिपब्लिकन पार्टी ऑफ इंडिया – आठवले का इस काम में बड़ा योगदान रहा है.
केंद्रीय राज्य मंत्री-भारत सरकार, आदरणीय रामदास आठवले जी ने आदरणीय प्यारेलाल जी के नाम की सिफारिश कुछ महीनो पहले की थी जब उनको हॉस्पिटैलिटी इंडस्ट्री ऑफ इंडिया और अकोही की विशेष कमिटी जिसका नेतृत्व डॉ. सानी अवसरमल जी ने किया जिसमे सेंसर बोर्ड के पूर्व चेयरमैन श्री. पहलाज निहलानी जी, संगीतकार अबू मालिक जी, एशियन हॉस्पिटैलिटी कॉरपोरेट ट्रेनर श्री. दिनेश नथानी जी शामिल थे.
वर्षों से जो उचित सम्मान प्यारेलाल जी को मिलना चाहिए था वह रिपब्लिकन पार्टी की पहल से मुमकिन हुआ जिसका जश्न भारत का हर संगीत प्रेमी कर रहा है.
भारत सरकार का विशेष धन्यवाद जो सही समय पर सही नमो की घोषणा कर देश के हर क्षेत्र में सबका दिल जीत रहा है.
जय हिंद … !!!
