Chandigarh University Becomes 1st Indian Varsity to Bag Global PATA Best Sustainability Initiative Award
Chandigarh University’s Student Chapter of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has been awarded the “PATA Best Sustainability Initiative Award” for its exceptional commitment to promoting sustainability and social responsibility, reports 24brussels.
The award recognizes the Student Chapter for outstanding activities over the past year that displayed an excellent commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, and responsible tourism development. This achievement marks Chandigarh University as the first institution in India to receive the PATA accolade.
Deepinder Singh Sandhu, Senior Managing Director of Chandigarh University, expressed pride in this recognition, stating, “We are immensely proud to become the first university in India whose Student Chapter has been awarded the Best Sustainability Initiative Award.” He emphasized the award’s acknowledgment of the university’s commitment to sustainable development and community engagement through impactful student initiatives.
The Student Chapter serves not only as a platform for sustainability but also as a bridge between academia and industry. Chandigarh University is only the third university in India to establish a PATA Student Chapter on its campus, positioning it among a select group of institutions in the Asia Pacific region.
This affiliation allows students from various disciplines—including Tourism, Airlines, Hotel Management, and Culinary Arts—to gain real-world experience and access networking opportunities with industry leaders and potential employers. The PATA Student Chapter plays a vital role in grooming future tourism professionals by connecting students with educators and travel industry leaders.
Through the Student Chapter, students have the opportunity to engage in professional development workshops and gain insights into the latest trends and technologies in the travel sector. The Chapter offers educational workshops tailored to cover best practices, empowering students to enhance their professional growth.
The PATA India Chandigarh University Student Chapter also facilitates global exposure by allowing participation in international conferences, webinars, and collaborative projects. Founded in 1951, PATA is a not-for-profit organization committed to the responsible development of travel and tourism in the Asia Pacific region, offering advocacy, research, and innovative events to its members, which include various stakeholders in the tourism sector.
Chandigarh University, recognized with a NAAC A+ Grade and QS World Rankings, is a youthful institution approved by UGC, situated near Chandigarh in Punjab. Offering over 109 undergraduate and postgraduate programs across diverse fields, it has been acknowledged as “The University with Best Placements” by WCRC.