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After Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Lakshadweep, the archipelago is the talk of the world. The picturesque islands, known for their sparkling beaches and coral reefs, have seen an incredible jump in global search interest, the biggest in the past 20 years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s decision to …

The 11th International Tourism Mart in Shillong, Meghalaya, aimed to unite stakeholders, showcasing Northeast region’s rich cultural heritage and biodiversity. Janice Alyosius The 11th edition of the International Tourism Mart (ITM), organised in Shillong (Meghalaya) from 21-23 November, showcased the Northeast’s tourism potential, rich biodiversity, unique heritage, and cultural offerings, …

Sheo Shekhar Shukla, Principal Secretary, Department of Tourism & Culture, Government of Madhya Pradesh & Managing Director, Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board, shares about the Gandhi Sagar Forest Retreat, an annual extravaganza organised in the scenic backdrop of Gandhi Sagar Dam in Mandsaur district. TT Bureau Can you provide an overview …

Expressing concern over communal issues plaguing tourism in Manipur, H Radhakrishna Sharma, State In-Charge, IATO, Manipur, says that Suhani Sood Manipur, called ‘Switzerland of the East’ for its serene natural beauty, forested hills, and architectural temples, has tremendous tourism potential. The state, which used to attract flocks of domestic and …

ATOAI, in collaboration with the Gujarat government, has set the stage for its 15th Annual Convention, which is scheduled to take place at the iconic Statue of Unity from 16-19 December 2023. Janice Alyosius The 15th Annual Convention of the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI), in partnership with …

In order to help inbound tourists plan their itinerary better and entice them to visit Maharashtra, the Tourism Department of Government of Maharashtra has planned to release set dates of all festivals starting with the Mumbai International Festival, which will be held from 20-28 January 2024. Hazel Jain Sharing initiatives …

R Arjun, Managing Director, West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation reveals how the state has developed 65 new packages to glorify attractions and is doubling up religious tourism to attract tourists with different interests. Suhani Sood With an aim to make West Bengal a preferred tourist and investment destinations, the state …

Radhika Rastogi, Principal Secretary, Tourism Department, Government of Maharashtra, explains how infrastructure has improved in Aurangabad in recent years, but there is a need for air connectivity to increase tourist footfall. Suhani Sood Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar or Aurangabad is centrally and strategically located. It is a gateway to many important places. …

Rakhee Gupta Bhandari, Principal Secretary, Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Punjab, says that the present state government’s policies aim to catapult the state to become a leading international tourist destination by 2030. Suhani Sood Talking about the Punjab Tourism Summit held recently, Rakhee Gupta Bhandari, Principal Secretary, Tourism and Culture, Punjab, …

The state government is paying attention to develop more religious circuits, apart from adventure sites and wildlife projects. At the same time, it is also giving importance to promotional activities for the same to promote tourism. Suhani Sood Bihar is growing in terms of GDP, infrastructure, and tourism. The state …