The India International Travel Mart (IITM) 2025 took place from March 7 to 9 at the YMCA International Centre in Ahmedabad, bringing together top professionals from the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors. The event offered a unique opportunity to connect travel trade experts, destinations, and tourism stakeholders from around the world.
IITM is one of India’s leading travel and tourism exhibitions, and this year’s edition continued its legacy of promoting tourism and fostering business collaborations. The exhibition showcased a variety of domestic and international destinations, travel brands, airlines, tourism boards, hotels, and tour operators. It provided a key platform for industry professionals and travel enthusiasts to discover new trends and services in the travel sector.
The event was inaugurated by prominent guests, including:
- Mr. Paras Lakhia, National Treasurer, Travel Agents Association of India
- Mr. Prakash Madlani, Chairman, Travel Agents Association of India
- Ms. Aparna, India Tourism
- Ms. Dipika Parikh, National Coordinator, Global Tourism Club
This year marked the 25th anniversary of IITM, making it an important event for business opportunities in the travel industry. Travel agencies, hoteliers, and tour companies used the platform to interact, network, and form partnerships, leading to collaborations and joint ventures. The event featured over 100 exhibitors from 15 Indian states, offering a range of travel options, including pilgrimages, adventure tours, cultural experiences, and wildlife travel.
Tourism stakeholders from diverse regions, including Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Goa, Jammu & Kashmir, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, and Tamil Nadu, actively promoted their destinations and services at the exhibition.
Key Highlights of IITM Ahmedabad 2025:
B2B Networking Opportunities: A platform for exhibitors to connect with travel agents, tour operators, corporate buyers, and MICE planners.
Diverse Exhibitor Portfolio: Featuring prominent state tourism boards, international tourism organizations, hospitality brands, and travel tech innovators.
Hosted Buyer Program for Travel Agents in Gujarat: A curated program ensuring quality business interactions between buyers and exhibitors.
Exclusive Travel Offers: Special deals for travelers planning their next vacation.
Rohit Hangal, Director of Sphere TravelMedia, stated, “This exhibition is a hub for innovation and collaboration in the travel industry. It offers a gateway to new opportunities and partnerships. We aim to inspire the travel world and create lasting connections, while promoting sustainable practices and innovative technologies.”
Sanjay Hakhu, also Director at Sphere TravelMedia, added, “India is rapidly becoming a key player in the global travel market, with opportunities for both leisure and business travel. The IITM event, which attracted over ten thousand B2B visitors, showcases India’s growing outbound travel market and the increasing demand for unique global experiences.”
IITM Ahmedabad 2025 successfully highlighted the immense potential of the Indian travel industry, paving the way for future growth and collaboration.
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