Friday, October 6, 2023
The Ministry of Tourism, Indiainaugurated the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Travel Mart 2023 in. The 46th edition of this important event is being hosted in Pragati Maidan’s International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre (IECC).
This event, which will take place from October 4th to 6th, 2023, will serve as a global meeting of tourism professionals and business stakeholders. Importantly, the Travel Mart has returned to physical edition after a three-year break owing to the epidemic.
PATA Chairman Peter Semone expressed appreciation to the Ministry of Tourism for organizing this historic occasion. He underlined that the PATA Travel Mart is a fantastic chance to highlight unique locations while also facilitating networking, learning, and socializing among participants from all around the world. He also praised the “Travel for Life” concept, emphasizing its potential for worldwide replication.
Ms. V. Vidyavati, Secretary of Tourism, spoke on the catalytic impact that PATA Travel Mart has had in the tourism sector of the Asia Pacific area. She underscored the uniting force of tourism and stated that PATA values mutual learning among its members. She also emphasized the compatibility of “Travel for Life” with the LiFE Mission, which focuses on the sustainable and harmonious development of all tourism sites.
On World Tourism Day 2023, the Ministry of Tourism presented the ‘Travel for LIFE’ project. This sector-specific program is part of the larger Mission LiFE, emphasizing the organization’s consistent commitment to fostering sustainable tourism.
The ‘Travel for LIFE’ initiative is intended to actively promote sustainable economic growth, advocate for responsible consumption and production practices, and, as a result, make significant direct and indirect contributions to a wide range of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The coveted PATA Gold Award, the PATA Youth Symposium, and the PATA Forum on Sustainability are all part of this year’s event. Aside from these enriching experiences, the event continues to be an important venue for business-to-business (B2B) engagements.
India’s presence at the PATA Travel Mart is significant and immersive. A special pavilion exhibits India’s many attractions, from well-known to lesser-known jewels. Several state governments are actively participating in the event, including Rajasthan, Gujarat, Delhi, Karnataka, Telangana, Uttarakhand, and Madhya Pradesh, as well as other ministries such as the Handlooms Development Commissioner.
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), which was founded in 1951 and has its headquarters in Bangkok, is a non-profit organization committed to supporting responsible travel and tourism development in the Asia Pacific area. The PATA Travel Mart is a pillar of international trade shows in the tourism industry. It is an important trading platform for worldwide buyers and sellers, particularly from the Asia Pacific area.
The event brings together exhibitors and guests from many industries, providing an unprecedented opportunity for global networking, learning, and cooperation, with a special emphasis on the vibrant Asia Pacific area.
Tags: India, New Delhi, pata travel mart
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