Gangtok, Dec. 2 -- Dr. Sweata Gurung has achieved a major academic milestone by successfully completing her PhD titled "Entrepreneurial Challenges and Opportunities for Women in the Hospitality Business: An Exploratory Study of East Sikkim" from Amity University Noida. Her research was guided by Dr. Swati Sharma, Associate Professor at the Department of Tourism & Hospitality, Amity Institute of Travel & Tourism, with co-supervision from Dr. Kshitiz Sharma, Professor at ABBS School of Management, Bengaluru.

Her doctoral study provides valuable insights into the gender landscape within the hospitality and tourism industry, focusing on women-led entrepreneurship in East Sikkim. The research identifies key challenges affecting women's partic...