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Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Tourism Minister, GoI, said, “As India’s MICE industry is rapidly emerging as a global powerhouse, it is set to be a major economic driver, generating high-quality jobs. States across the country are unlocking tourism opportunities in their own unique ways — and now, it is time for India to position itself firmly on the global MICE map.”

Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Minister of Tourism, Government of India, emphasised on the critical role of the MICE and exhibition industry in boosting tourism and the wider economy. “Studies and analysis suggest that a business traveller attending an exhibition often spends significantly more than a leisure tourist over seven days. This is a clear signal that we stand at the threshold of a sector brimming with immense opportunities,” he added.

Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Tourism Minister, GoI, said they will do their best to “minimise” the dent on tourism in Jammu and Kashmir in the wake of the attack. “I am in touch with everybody in J&K, and so is my office. Secretary, Tourism is taking regular updates from the UT’s Tourism Secretary and Chief Secretary”, he added.

Asserting that the idea of sustainability is embedded in Indian ethos, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister of Tourism, said, “There is a need to create success stories on sustainability in the tourism sector and replicate them across the country.” He also said all stakeholders of the sector must work with a collective vision to achieve sustainability in the truest sense.

Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Tourism Minister, GoI, said, “The government has approved the initiative to develop tribal homestays under the Swadesh Darshan scheme. The intervention includes the development of 1000 homestays with support of up to ₹5 lakh per unit (for new construction), up to ₹3 lakh (renovation), and ₹5 lakh for village community requirements.”

Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Tourism Minister, Govt of India has said that including hospitality infrastructure investment for tourism in the infrastructure master list would increase the payback period manifold. The old notification, which says that investment for 3-star hotels in areas with less than 1 million population, will automatically come in the list, he added.

Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Minister of Tourism, GoI, “India’s tourism story is evolving, we are no longer just a destination but a growing tourism market. With domestic trade and investment on rise, tourism will create a ripple effect. With projections to grow at 24% CAGR, India’s tourism is set for a transformative journey.”

During ITSA-Amity Regional Conference for Asia 2025, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Minister of Tourism, Government of India, said, “We have launched a Green Leaf Rating system for tourist infrastructure, including hotels and homestays. This initiative introduces global star ratings, ranging from 1 to 5 stars, based on sustainability practices. Through this, government aims to incentivise eco-friendly measures, promoting responsible tourism for a greener future.”

Union Tourism Minister, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said, “The ongoing Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh is expected to attract 30 lakh international visitors.” He added, “Initially, we had estimated around 15 lakh foreign visitors, which does not include non-resident Indians. However, looking at the response we have revised this to double our earlier estimate.”

Highlighting the tourism growth, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Tourism Minister, GoI, said, “The govt is taking decisive steps to decongest bottlenecks and facilitate budget travellers. Our focus on integrating state tourism policies ensures a robust and unified approach to infrastructure development across India. In the past six months, I have witnessed tremendous efforts across states to harness tourism potential. Together, we must work collectively to elevate India’s tourism to new heights.”