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MOT to focus on new markets

Mulling plans to introduce a new promotional campaign for overseas marketing, Ministry of Tourism is looking to focus on new markets such as China and Japan, while strengthening its presence in traditional ones. Manas Dwivedi Sharing the ministry’s plans and targets, Rupinder Brar, Additional Director General, Ministry of Tourism (MOT), …

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Paryatan Parv aids tourism

Meenakshi Sharma, Director General – Tourism, Government of India, says that in the last three years, Paryatan Parv has made a mark for itself in promoting domestic tourism. At this year’s edition, Ministry of Tourism also launched its audio guide facility, Audio Odigos, presently available at 12 sites. Nisha Verma …

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PATA India elects new team

Chaired by Yogendra Tripathi, Secretary — Tourism, the newly-elected team of PATA India Chapter has a busy year ahead. Its upcoming events include the Update & Outlook Meeting and Tourism Powerhouse. Nisha Verma PATA India Chapter recently held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at The Park New Delhi, where it …

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‘Find the Incredible You’ at WTM

Representing India at WTM London, Rupinder Brar, Additional Director General, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, shares details about the Indian pavilion at the event. Manas Dwivedi The theme for the Indian pavilion this year at WTM will be ‘Find the Incredible You’, inspired by the award-winning ‘Incredible India’ campaign …

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Infrastructure for M!CE in Odisha

Though Odisha holds much potential for tourism, key initiatives such as a five-fold increase in the tourism budget, a world-class convention centre, and addition of at least 5,000 rooms can help drive numbers. Kanchan Nath Addressing a gathering at the recently-concluded HRAO (Hotel & Restaurant Association of Odisha) Conclave, JK …

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India’s rate cuts in spotlight

At WTM 2019, India is sure to pack a punch with a bigger, stronger delegation. A lower visa fee and reduced GST on hotels, which have made travel to India more affordable, will set the ball rolling for tourism growth. Nisha Verma The positive atmosphere created for tourism in India, …

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MOT promotes Gandhi circuit

The Ministry of Tourism (MOT) will be promoting the Gandhi Gramin Tourism Circuit to highlight and showcase the life and times of the Father of the Nation. The ministry is also roping in IATO to actively promote these circuits. Manas Dwivedi As part of celebrity the 150th anniversary of Mahatma …

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MOT looks westward

A recent event in Mumbai conducted by Ministry of Tourism’s regional office brought together five western states and two Union Territories (UTs) to help them showcase their products to agents. Hazel Jain In a bid to further develop domestic tourism, the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India’s Mumbai office recently …

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‘Fee cuts to boost tourism’

Pointing out to the revised visa fee and GST rates, Prahlad Singh Patel, Minister of State (I/C), Tourism and Culture, claims that the current environment in India is most favourable for both inbound and domestic tourists. Nisha Verma On September 27, 2019, India played host to the UNWTO World Tourism celebrations, where M …

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India made affordable for all

A reduced e-Tourist Visa fee, a lower GST rate for hotels and the annual India Tourism Mart are helping create an ideal environment for the growth of the industry. The true impact, however, is yet to be seen. Prahlad Singh Patel, Minister of State (I/C), Tourism and Culture, Government of …

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