Friday, November 8, 2024 In an important advancement for tourism and cultural relations, the French Consul General, Mr. Jean Marc Sere-Charlet, engaged in talks with Ms. Bidisha Mukherjee, Additional Managing Director of the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board.
Their discussions were aimed at boosting French tourist visits to Madhya Pradesh and enhancing bilateral cultural exchanges. This initiative supports Madhya Pradesh’s goal to showcase itself as a “Kaleidoscope of rich cultural experiences” and uphold its image as a “clean, green, and safe destination,” particularly hospitable for solo female travelers. The discussions took place at the headquarters of the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board and featured notable figures such as Mr.
Gregor Trumel, Director of the French Institute in India and Counsellor for Education, Science, and Culture, alongside representatives from Alliance Française’s network in India. The group deliberated on measures to enhance French language capabilities among the state’s tourism personnel, stage cultural events, and promote Madhya Pradesh as a novel and versatile location for film tourism geared towards the French market. Outlined collaboration initiatives included: Enhancement of French Language Skills for Tourism Workers : In a bid to facilitate smoother interactions for French tourists, Ms.
Mukherjee emphasized the plan to extend French language training to a broader cohort of service staff, including receptionists at tourism venues. This.