The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, has exciting news to share as India prepares to host the 46th edition of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Travel Mart 2023. This prestigious event is set to take place at the International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre (IECC), Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, from October 4th to 6th, 2023, marking a triumphant return to physical gatherings after a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic.
PATA, a globally recognized not-for-profit association founded in 1951, plays a pivotal role in responsible travel and tourism development across the Asia Pacific region. The PATA Travel Mart serves as a crucial international trade exhibition within the tourism sector, facilitating trade interactions between global buyers and sellers, primarily from the Asia Pacific region. This year’s event promises an array of activities, including the prestigious PATA Gold Award, the PATA Youth Symposium, the PATA Forum on Sustainability, and the B2B Mart, providing a unique platform for networking, learning, and collaboration.
The event’s venue, the IECC at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, stands as one of India’s newest and most iconic exhibition venues. Its recent inauguration and successful hosting of the G20 Leaders’ Summit have established India as a prime destination for large-scale events and conferences. India’s focus on sustainable and inclusive tourism has further solidified its status as the preferred choice for hosting MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) events.
In alignment with global sustainability goals, India’s Ministry of Tourism has launched the Travel for LiFE program under Mission LiFE, promoting responsible tourism behaviors among travelers. India’s active participation in the PATA Travel Mart includes a dedicated pavilion showcasing a wide range of destinations, both renowned and lesser-known. Additionally, various Indian states, including Rajasthan, Gujarat, Delhi, Karnataka, Telangana, Uttarakhand, and Madhya Pradesh, along with the Handlooms Development Commissioner, will exhibit their products, highlighting the diversity of thematic offerings such as wellness, adventure, heritage, culinary experiences, and art and craft from different regions to a global audience.
The PATA Travel Mart 2023 promises to be a vibrant gathering of tourism professionals and stakeholders, reaffirming India’s commitment to responsible tourism and its status as a thriving hub for the travel and tourism industry.
