Ministry of Tourism, Government of India will present the National Tourism Awards on February 29, 2012.

The awards will recognise various segments of the travel, tourism and hospitality industry and will be presented to State Governments, Union Territories, hotels, heritage hotels, travel agents, tour operators and tourist transport operators, niche tourism facilities, individuals and other private organisations.

President Pratibha Patil has consented to be the Chief Guest for this ceremony.