Chhatwal added that FAITH’s previous white paper was submitted to the Prime Minister and key ministries, with several recommendations finding place in NITI Aayog’s tourism proposals.

HRAWI has successfully trained and certified 3,921 hospitality professionals through its FoSTaC and FSSAI’s Management Training Program.

The launch marks the next chapter in Pickyourtrail’s journey—from giving travellers the freedom to personalise every aspect of their holiday to giving them greater flexibility in how they pay for it.

India’s aviation market recorded 5.3% overall capacity growth in July, driven by a 9.6% rise in international seat capacity, while domestic capacity grew 3.4%, according to OAG.

Tourism Minister Surasak Phancharoenworakul said, “The cabinet approved a 30-day visa-free entry to align with the travel behaviour of Indian tourists, who represent a large market for Thailand.” 

West Bengal has sanctioned ₹1,000 crore to develop a pilgrimage circuit connecting major religious destinations, giving a significant boost to the state’s religious tourism.

Religious and pilgrimage tourism has emerged as a key growth driver for India’s tourism sector, demanding stronger technology and planning.