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TOURISM AND HOTEL INDUSTRY AWARENESS - September 2019

Sep 2019

Jul 26, 2025

India's Passport Sees Its Biggest Jump Ever

India recorded its highest-ever leap in the Henley Passport Index 2025, moving up eight spots from 85th to 77th position. With visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 59 countries, the Indian passport has gained in global strength, surpassing regional peers like Pakistan and Bangladesh. This reflects the country's improving diplomatic engagement and global connectivity.
The Henley Passport Index is a globally recognised ranking of the world's most powerful passports, based on visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to destinations. It is updated quarterly using International Air Transport Association (IATA) data. The index is compiled by Henley & Partners, a London-based advisory firm specialising in citizenship and global mobility.
Top Countries in Henley Passport Index 2025:
Rank 1: Singapore – 193 destinations
Rank 2: Japan, South Korea – 190 destinations.
Rank 3: France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Denmark, Finland, Ireland – 189 destinations
Rank 4: Austria, Sweden, Portugal, Norway, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Belgium – 188 destinations
Rank 5: New Zealand, Switzerland, Greece – 187 destinations
Rank 6: United Kingdom – 186 destinations
Rank 7: Australia, Poland, Malta, Czech Republic, Hungary – 185 destinations
Rank 8: UAE, Canada, Estonia – 184 destinations

Jul 24, 2025

Mumbai Airport among World's Top 10 for Third Consecutive Year

The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) in Mumbai was named one of the world's top 10 international airports in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2025. With a reader score of 84.23, CSMIA is the only Indian airport to feature in this year's list, for the third consecutive year.
This year's (2025) rankings were once again dominated by airports in Asia and the Middle East. Istanbul Airport in Turkey retained its top position with a reader score of 98.57, followed by Singapore's Changi Airport and Hamad International Airport in Doha, Qatar, respectively.
The Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards are an annual survey conducted globally, involving around 180,000 readers who cast over 650,000 votes.

Jul 23, 2025

Jharkhand Launches India's First-Ever Mining Tourism Initiative

Jharkhand became the first Indian state to introduce mining tourism, blending its industrial legacy with a unique travel experience. Chief Minister Hemant Soren announced the launch of this pioneering project, developed in collaboration with Coal India subsidiary Central Coalfields Limited (CCL).
This initiative marks a significant shift in how Jharkhand plans to showcase its mineral-rich identity.
Through this innovative project, Jharkhand aims to bring its tourism offerings to new heights while simultaneously encouraging sustainable tourism, conserving its cultural heritage and boosting economic growth in the state.

Jul 21, 2025

India's Tourism Sector and Vision 2047 towards a $32 Trillion Economy

The Government of India has set an ambitious target to raise the contribution of tourism to 10% of GDP by 2047, aligning with its broader goal of transforming India into a $32 trillion economy. Rich in cultural heritage, natural diversity, and spiritual wealth, India's tourism sector is poised to become a major engine of economic growth, employment, and global influence, provided structural and strategic challenges are addressed.
Currently, tourism contributes about 5–6% to India's GDP, with the country ranking 14th globally in tourism receipts (as of 2023).

Jul 08, 2025

Haryana to Build Asia's Biggest Jungle Safari

The Haryana government announced that it will build Asia's largest jungle safari in the Aravalli Hills. The project will cover around 10,000 acres of forest land. The main goal is to protect animals and nature, while also boosting tourism and creating new jobs for people. This is an important step for both environmental conservation and eco-tourism in India.
The safari will use modern technology and will be built in a green, eco-friendly way.

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