The new partnership broadens CME’s mission, adding music tourism to CME’s work with other parts of the music economy, where it is establishing the path, partnerships, and policies to accelerate the role and impact of music to eradicate poverty by driving growth, creating jobs, and improving local economic conditions.

CSMIA continues to blend innovation with environmental responsibility, setting benchmarks for the global aviation ecosystem.

The announced portfolio investments span the full breadth of the visitor economy: luxury retail, next‑generation hotel accommodation, large‑scale integrated, experience‑led developments, wellness, destination and lifestyle offerings, talent development, and AI‑powered platforms

The presentation showcased Saudi’s Golden Triangle including Riyadh, Jeddah, and AlUla, as key destinations for Indian travellers. Beyond the Golden Triangle, travel professionals were introduced to Saudi’s emerging gems such as Taif, Aseer, and Al-Baha. The event took place at The Taj Mahal, Lucknow.

The hotel will feature 132 rooms with stunning views of the Arabian Gulf

Aims to offer enhanced travel options and integrated travel itineraries to customers traveling between India and China on the joint network of both airlines besides through check-in process among other benefits.

Featuring 40 elegantly appointed rooms—including Grande Rooms, Executive Suites, and Royal Suites—each designed with contemporary décor, premium amenities, and thoughtful touches to ensure a memorable stay.

As Saudi Arabia continues its transformation journey under Vision 2030, RSG is helping bring that to life, creating destinations that drive sustainable growth, empower Saudi talent, and deliver lasting socioeconomic impact. AMAALA alone is expected to create up to 50,000 new jobs and contribute SAR 11 billion (USD 3 billion) to the nation’s GDP upon its completion.

In 2024, Meerut recorded 37.78 lakh visitors, while between January and June 2025, the number reached 10.6 lakh, reflecting the growing interest in religious and cultural tourism in the region.

The return of this flagship event to the northeastern state represents a strategic pivot in India's ambitious plan to transform the region into a unified, world-class tourism circuit. With infrastructure and connectivity strengthening, tourism seeing an upsurge, over INR 3,000 cr invested in 65 projects, the Ministry of Tourism is betting big on this year's event.