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TOURISM AND HOTEL INDUSTRY AWARENESS - January 2020

Jan 2020

Sep 07, 2023

Visakhapatnam Port's International Cruise Terminal Inaugurated

International Cruise Terminal at Visakhapatnam Port was inaugurated in the presence of Minister of Tourism (State), Shripad Naik, Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, VPA chairperson Dr. M. Angamuthu, IAS along with several other distinguished dignitaries.
The International Cruise Terminal serves as a pivotal gateway for both domestic and international cruise tourism along the eastern coast of India. This world-class facility offers a transformative experience to tourists while fostering economic growth and benefiting local communities.
This visionary project was initiated in response to a proposal from the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways. The Ministry of Tourism approved part funding for the development of the Cruise-Cum Cargo Terminal at the channel berth in the outer harbour of Visakhapatnam Port by the Vishakhapatnam Port Trust (VPT) under the Scheme of Assistance to Central Agencies for Tourism Infrastructure Development during the financial year 2018-19.

Sep 06, 2023

Ajay Prakash Re-elected TAFI President

During the 29th Annual General Meeting and national elections for the new term of 2023-25, held at the Peninsula Grand Hotel in Mumbai, the Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) elected the new Managing Committee unopposed.
The TAFI President, Ajay Prakash, was re-elected, while Anil Kalsi took over from Kamal R Jadhwani as the Vice President. Abbas Moiz and Hitank Shah retained their positions as National General Secretary and Treasurer.
TAFI's membership - 1400 Active, Associate, Allied and Affiliate (Travel Service Intermediaries - Non (ATA) members from all over India
A proud member of World Travel Agents Association Alliance (WTAAA)
An Affiliate member of the Southern African Tourism Services Association (SATSA)
Signed an Agreement with the Federation of Hoteliers and Restaurant Association of India (FHRAI) for the benefits of its members

Aug 22, 2023

Guwahati Airport Becomes First In Northeast to Get 'Digi Yatra' Facility

In a significant stride towards enhancing the air travel experience in the Northeastern region of India, Guwahati's Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (LBBI) became the first airport in the area to introduce the innovative 'Digi Yatra' facility. This cutting-edge service is set to revolutionize the way passengers navigate through airports, providing a seamless and hassle-free journey.
The Digi Yatra initiative has been introduced in collaboration with the Ministry of Civil Aviation, with the goal of modernizing air travel and streamlining airport processes.

Aug 16, 2023

MakeMyTrip and Ministry of Tourism Jointly Launch Traveller's Map

Travel company MakeMyTrip announced a collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism to introduce over 600 unique and unconventional travel destinations. The company introduced a specialized microsite named 'Traveller's Map of India'to facilitate this initiative.
This digital platform enables travellers to engage interactively and unearth hidden tourism treasures within India, tailored to their preferences. The creation of this meticulously crafted microsite aligns seamlessly with the Government of India's forward-looking 'DekhoApnaDesh' program.
The 'Traveller's Map of India' resonates with the sentiments of every Indian explorer. This endeavour will grant every individual the authority to advocate for the nation's cultural, historical, natural, and geographical wonders. Minister of Tourism, Kishan Reddy, extended a warm welcome to MakeMyTrip's venture, applauding their efforts to showcase the variety of destinations within India and encourage domestic tourism.
'Dekho Apna Desh' initiative is a endeavor led by the Ministry of Tourism to promote tourism. The core objective of this initiative is to not just offer financial support to travelers exploring different corners of India but also to create a robust and enticing tourist infrastructure.

Aug 08, 2023

Ministry of Tourism Identifies 'Prayagraj' and 'Naimisharanya' in UP as Destinations for Developm...

The Ministry of Tourism identified 'Prayagraj' and 'Naimisharanya' in Uttar Pradesh as destinations for development under 'Swadesh Darshan 2.0 (SD2.0) with the objective to develop sustainable and responsible tourism destinations.
In a written reply in Lok Sabha Minister of Tourism G. Kishan Reddy said that the State Perspective Plan (SPP) prepared by the State Government of Uttar Pradesh did not include Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary for development. He further added that the government launched 'Swadesh Darshan Scheme' (SDS) in the year 2014-15 for integrated development of Theme-Based Tourist Circuits in the country and there are 08 projects of identified thematic circuits in Uttar Pradesh.

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