PhD in Tourism with a decade of academic teaching, Scopus-indexed research on sustainable homestays, and active membership in the Travel Agents Association of Uttarakhand and ATOAI.
Academic Foundations
Dr. Pankaj Singh Chandel holds a PhD in Tourism from Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya. Over a decade teaching tourism at Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya (2014-2025) and AAFT University of Media and Arts (2025-present), where he heads Hospitality & Tourism Management, he has authored Scopus-indexed publications on homestays and sustainability and earned recognition as a keynote speaker.
Entrepreneurial Shift
Specialising in homestay tourism and rural entrepreneurship, Dr. Chandel bridges research with industry through memberships in the Travel Agents Association of Uttarakhand and ATOAI, fostering sustainable travel models. His work empowers local communities via nature-based wellness and agro-tourism ventures - a perspective that shapes how Saffron Chariot designs ground experiences around its helicopter Yatras.
Plan your yatra
- Char Dham Yatra by helicopter - 5N/6D itineraries, prices, and what is included.
- All 31 yatra packages - compare helicopter, road, and Do/Ek Dham options.
- Contact the team - speak directly to Dr. and the Dehradun office.