Another MoU with Mahatma Gandhi University is in the final stages, paving the way for specialised programmes in Heritage Interpretation, Museum Management, Art & Community-Oriented Tourism, and Sustainability & Heritage Studies

Besides the smart move towards regenerative tourism, Kedar Naik, Director of Tourism, Goa shared that the domestic travellers remain the backbone of Goa’s tourism economy, and the state is strategically building new reasons for repeat visits. To further tap new international source markets, Goa is actively introducing direct flights from Russia, Poland, Kazakhstan, and the Middle East.

The festival aims to provide Delhi residents with a glimpse of the vibrant Hornbill experience.

Courtesy of initiatives like the recently held KTM Wedding & MICE Conclave, the state is strategically positioning itself to attract high-spending, low-footprint travellers through targeted campaigns, capacity building, and international collaborations. Sikha Surendran, IAS, Managing Director, Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC) shares more details with T3.

“This is a strong start to the 2025–26 tourism season, and Goa continues to expand its international connectivity and diversify its tourism offerings.” – Rohan A. Khaunte.

Sikha Surendran IAS, MD of KTDC, on state’s ideal positioning to compete with affluent international destinations.

Services will be launched at high-demand stations including Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC), Worli, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT)

The festival hosted on October 12, 2025, in BKC, was supported by the Maharashtra Tourism Department. State’s Principal Secretary of Tourism said that through this initiative, Korean corporates will be encouraged to host events across Mumbai and Maharashtra, while data sharing in the tourism sector will help Maha enhance visitor experiences between the two nations.

Goa gears up to welcome visitors with its new year-end campaign, “Feels Like Goa”, said to be a heartfelt celebration of the state’s timeless charm, cultural richness, spiritual soul, and vibrant festive spirit. The campaign has been designed to evoke nostalgia and rekindle the emotional connection travellers share with the state. It seeks to showcase the Goa that people truly cherish, one defined

Andhra Pradesh’s latest Tourism Policy 2024–2029, launched in December 2024, has not only redefined the investment landscape but also positioned Andhra Pradesh as a model for transparency, inclusivity, and growth-led tourism development, shared Ajay Jain IAS, Special Chief Secretary to the Government of Andhra Pradesh.