The IITM Ahmedabad 2025 event brought together leading professionals from the travel and hospitality industry, serving as a dynamic platform for business-to-business networking, strategic collaborations, and the exploration of fresh tourism prospects across India.
Ahmedabad Hosts India International Travel Mart 2025, Showcasing Global Tourism Excellence
Ahmedabad played host to the highly anticipated India International Travel Mart (IITM) from March 7 to 9, 2025, gathering key players from the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors under one roof.
Returning to the YMCA International Centre, IITM Ahmedabad reaffirmed its position as one of India’s most influential travel trade exhibitions. The event provided an exceptional platform for tourism boards, travel professionals, and industry leaders to connect, collaborate, and explore emerging opportunities in the global travel landscape.
With a well-established reputation for driving tourism growth and fostering meaningful business relationships, IITM Ahmedabad 2025 featured a diverse array of exhibitors. Representatives from domestic and international tourism boards, airlines, hotels, tour operators, and hospitality brands participated, offering visitors a glimpse into new travel trends, destinations, and experiences.
The inaugural ceremony was graced by distinguished Guests of Honour, 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
As IITM celebrated its milestone 25th edition, the event served as a crucial networking hub for industry stakeholders. Travel agencies, tour operators, hospitality leaders, and tourism professionals engaged in strategic discussions, forging new partnerships and collaborations.
This year’s IITM Ahmedabad welcomed over 100 exhibitors from 15 Indian states, offering an extensive portfolio of travel experiences ranging from adventure tourism and cultural heritage to wildlife exploration and spiritual journeys. The event underscored the significance of India’s tourism industry while opening doors to global travel opportunities.
Tourism representatives from more than 15 Indian states—including Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Goa, Jammu & Kashmir, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, and Tamil Nadu—actively promoted their destinations, services, and tourism offerings with renewed energy and enthusiasm. These state tourism boards showcased their unique travel experiences, aiming to attract both domestic and international travelers.
Highlights of IITM Ahmedabad 2025:
• Strategic B2B Networking Arena – A focused environment where exhibitors engaged with travel consultants, tour operators, corporate travel planners, and MICE professionals to explore lucrative business prospects.
• Extensive Exhibitor Showcase – A wide-ranging line-up of participants, including prominent state tourism departments, global tourism authorities, hospitality chains, and emerging travel technology companies.
• Hosted Buyer Engagement for Gujarat-based Travel Agents – A specially curated buyer-seller interaction program designed to facilitate valuable business conversations and foster long-term industry relationships.
• Special Travel Promotions – Attractive travel deals and packages tailored for visitors planning their upcoming vacations, offering exciting incentives and discounts.
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