As per CAPA India, almost 250 narrowbody aircraft are likely to be deployed on routes up to 5 to 7 hours range from India. This would be 2.5 times the current deployment of aircraft. This expansion will create significant network deployment and strategic challenges for airlines to be able to find sufficient markets for such capacity.

Sharing updates about IATO during its monthly meeting, Rajiv Mehra, President, IATO, said, “After the general election when the new government is formed, ‘Chalo India Roadshows’ will take place. He revealed that they will launch a social media global campaign from ATM in Dubai which will start from 6-7 May aimed at fostering growth in M!CE.

According to CAIT, Knot Worldwide, and Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, India’s wedding market is the second largest in the world, next to the US. The forecast expects 40 crores weddings to take place in the next 15 years. As per Wedding Wishlist, over US$50 bn Indian Wedding market is expected to grow at a 30% CAGR.

Rail Europe invites the Indian outbound travel trade to attend an exclusive webinar on Eurail passes as well as booking passholder fares on agent.raileurope.com today at 3pm. Participate in the quiz and win exciting prizes! For more information, write to jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532.

On Monday, April 29th, 2024, the Moroccan National Tourism Office (MNTO) kicked off its highly anticipated roadshow in New Delhi. This inaugural event showcased invaluable insights, networking opportunities, and an exclusive firsthand look at the latest offerings from Morocco’s vibrant tourism industry. The event, aims to foster closer ties between Moroccan tourism stakeholders and key players in the Indian travel sector. Jamal Kilito, Country Manager India, MNTO, led the destination presentation, providing valuable insights into Morocco’s unique cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and exciting tourism initiatives.  

Kapil Kaul, CEO & Director, CAPA India, speaking at the webinar titled ‘Outlook for Widebody Aircraft in India’ has said that India will need approximately an additional 60 widebody aircraft, targeting a 30% market share. “By FY2032, the long and ultra-long haul market is projected to require the deployment of around 300 widebodies,” he added.

Rail Europe invites the Indian outbound travel trade to attend an exclusive webinar on Eurail passes as well as booking passholder fares on agent.raileurope.com on 30 April at 3pm. Participate in the quiz and win exciting prizes! For more information, write to jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532

HRAWI presented inputs for curating the Maharashtra Convention Promotion Bureau to Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC), a council to promote the state as an attractive and suitable location for hosting conferences, conventions, and business events, considering that events boost economic development and accelerate tourism in the state.

To enhance the relationship of Uttar Pradesh Travel Trade Professionals with India’s and overseas travel trade fraternity and to highlight UP as a tourist destination, a cricket league was organised by UPTCL after 4-years in Lucknow. Eight teams from varied cities of UP participated. Rezbook Allahabad Warriors lifted the trophy.

Teleport –  India’s Most Trusted Visa Platform, invites Indian travel agents to attend a B2B webinar on 23 April at 3 PM. Participants will learn tips for easy visa appointments; tricks to avoid visa rejections, & all of it at the lowest rates. Contact: jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com, 9650196532.