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TOURISM AND HOTEL INDUSTRY AWARENESS - June 2021

Jun 2021

Aug 30, 2024

Madhya Pradesh CM Inaugurates IATO Annual Convention

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav inaugurated the annual convention of the Indian Association of Tour Operators, with an aim to boost the footfall of foreign tourists in the state, according to officials.
The three-day 39th annual convention of IATO is being held on the theme titled 'Resurgent India Inbound'.
Yadav will be accompanied by Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Madhya Pradesh Culture and Tourism Minister Dharmendra Singh Lodhi.
More than 1,200 tour operators, travel agents, hoteliers and representatives of the tourism sector from across the country will participate in the meet themed 'Resurgent India Inbound'.
Established in 1982, IATO plays a major role in bringing international travellers to India and planning their tours.

Aug 27, 2024

Ashok Travels & Tours is the Official Travel partner for Team India's Paralympic Heroes at Paris ...

Ashok Travels & Tours (ATT), the travel business division of India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC), is the official travel partner for India's Paralympic team at the Paris 2024 Olympics. To celebrate, a grand send-off event was organised at The Ashok, New Delhi, where the nation's Paralympic heroes were honoured and celebrated.
The partnership between ATT and Team India reflects the collective effort and commitment to achieve success on the global stage. As the official travel partner, ATT will ensure a seamless journey for the athletes, coaches, and the entire contingent.

Aug 22, 2024

Sri Lanka Announces Visa-free Access from 35 Countries

The Sri Lankan government announced visa-free access to citizens from 35 countries, including India, the UK and the US to the island nation for six months.
The Cabinet made the decision which will be in effect from October 1, 2024, said Adviser to the Ministry of Tourism, Harin Fernando.
Countries on the list include India, the UK, China, the US, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Australia, Denmark, Poland, Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Nepal, Indonesia, Russia, and Thailand.
Other countries include Malaysia, Japan, France, Canada, the Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland, Austria, Israel, Belarus, Iran, Sweden, South Korea, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain and New Zealand.

M. Suresh Appointed as Interim Chairman of Airports Authority of India

M. Suresh, Member, Air Navigation Services, Airports Authority of India (AAI) was entrusted with additional charge as Chairman of AAI. This is subsequent to relieving Sanjeev Kumar of his duties as AAI Chairman.
Hailing from Tenkasi district in Tamil Nadu, Suresh will hold the post for three months or until a regular incumbent joins or until further orders.

Aug 21, 2024

RGIA Clinches Best Airport Award for Third Consecutive Year

The Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Hyderabad once again was recognised as the Best Airport at the prestigious India Travel Awards, marking its third consecutive win in this category.
This latest accolade is a testament to RGIA's unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional airport experiences for travelers. The airport has consistently demonstrated its ability to surpass industry benchmarks and cater to the evolving needs of its users.
In the previous year, RGIA was also honoured with the Skytrax 'Best Airport Staff in India & South Asia 2024' award in Frankfurt, Germany. This further solidifies the airport's reputation for providing world-class service and customer-centric initiatives.

Aug 19, 2024

Cabinet Nod to Expansion of Patna and Siliguri Airports

The Union Cabinet approved the proposals for setting up of new civil enclaves at Bihta airport in Patna, Bihar, and Bagdogra airport in Siliguri, West Bengal, at a cost of Rs. 1,413 crore and Rs. 1,549 crore, respectively.
Apart from being significant in terms of infrastructure development, the expansion of Bihta airport (in Patna) is politically important, considering the fact that the JD(U) is lending crucial support to the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre.
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the two proposals of the Airports Authority of India (AAI).
The key components of the project include the construction of an Apron capable of accommodating 10 parking bays suitable for A-321/B-737-800/A-320 type aircraft, as well as two link taxiways.

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