VisitBritain expects the new UK visa application centre in Bhubaneswar to improve accessibility for travellers from Northeast and eastern India, supporting higher conversion to UK travel. According to Ritu Varma, Country Head India, VisitBritain, the region is already well connected to UK gateway cities through domestic hubs. Kolkata generated £15 million in UK visitor spend in 2024, while Guwahati continues to emerge as a promising source market.
Janice Alyosius is a travel and MICE journalist focusing on business travel, destination marketing, aviation and industry policy. She leads editorial content at MICEtalk and also writes for TravTalk, covering global trends, trade developments and key industry conversations. With regular reporting from tourism forums, conventions and on-ground industry events, her work blends news-led analysis with strong industry voices, offering clear context and relevance for travel trade professionals and decision-makers.
