The Andaman Association of Tour Operators (AATO) successfully conducted its much-anticipated elections on 2 May 2026 at Hotel Sun Sea Resort, Sri Vijayapuram. The event saw an impressive voter turnout of over 99%, showcasing strong unity among members. A total of 46 candidates vied for 23 positions, including Office Bearers and Executive Committee Members. The election process was overseen by Returning Officer Abdul Siddique and Assistant Returning Officer C.P. Mohammed Yousuf, ensuring a smooth and transparent procedure.
Mohan Vinod, leading Team Bat, emerged victorious as President, reflecting the confidence and mandate placed in his leadership. Other elected Office Bearers include K. Hamza, S. Siva, K. Navneeth, and Javed Ali as Vice Presidents; Saikat Biswas as General Secretary; Dinesh Singh as Treasurer; and Mohammed Sajid, K. Sathya Murthi, M. Purushotham, and Amrita Singh as Joint Secretaries. Ek Mohammed Rafique was elected as Organising Secretary. Additionally, 11 Executive Committee Members were chosen, completing the 23-member team for the 2026–2028 term.
President-elect Mohan Vinod expressed gratitude to AATO members for their support, promising collective efforts for the tourism industry's betterment in the islands. General Secretary Saikat Biswas thanked the election officials, polling agents, police, and media for their roles in the election's peaceful conduct.
The election's success and high voter engagement underscore the members' commitment to strengthening the association and advancing tourism in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, with Team Bat's victory marking a significant highlight
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