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BHOPAL | 13 OCTOBER 2025
At the MP Travel Mart 2025, held from October 11 to 13, 2025, at the Kushabhau Thakre International Convention Centre in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, the Chhattisgarh Tourism Board stood out as one of the major highlights of the event.
On this occasion, Mr. Neelu Sharma, Chairman, and Mr. Vivek Acharya, Managing Director of the Chhattisgarh Tourism Board, participated in the event. The grand and visually captivating pavilion set up by the Board drew significant attention from both national and international delegates. The stall showcased glimpses of Chhattisgarh’s famous natural attractions, religious and cultural heritage, tribal traditions, wildlife tourism, eco-tourism, and film tourism.
Officials and tour operators from the Chhattisgarh Tourism Board engaged in discussions with travel agents, investors, and tourism experts from various states and countries to explore opportunities for expanding tourism potential in the state.
In his inspiring address, Chairman Mr. Neelu Sharma said:
“Chhattisgarh is a land located in the heart of India, where nature, culture, and spirituality blend beautifully. The sound of cascading waterfalls, the lush greenery of dense forests, the grandeur of archaeological sites, and the vibrancy of tribal culture together offer visitors a unique and soulful experience.
The Government of Chhattisgarh aims to make tourism not just a medium of sightseeing but a powerful tool for local development, employment generation, and cultural exchange.
I warmly invite domestic and international tourists, investors, and travel industry partners to visit Chhattisgarh—experience its beauty, peace, and hospitality—and become part of this emerging tourism destination.”
The event was graced by several distinguished guests, including:
- Mohan Yadav, Hon’ble Chief Minister, Madhya Pradesh
- Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Hon’ble Union Minister for Tourism & Culture
- Dharmendra Bhav Singh Lodhi, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Tourism, Culture & Religious Trusts, Madhya Pradesh
- Ekta Kapoor, Renowned Film & Television Producer
- Gajraj Rao, Veteran Actor
- Raghubir Yadav, Acclaimed Actor
- Jyotsna Suri, Former President, FICCI
- Ravi Gosain, President, Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO)
- Along with over 80 international tour operators and representatives from 27 countries.
Additionally, a Round Table (G2G) session was held, featuring participation from the tourism departments of Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Delhi, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Nagaland, Manipur, and other states. The discussions focused on inter-state cooperation, joint investment, and state-level partnerships in the tourism sector.
Over 3,000 B2B meetings were conducted during MP Travel Mart 2025, fostering meaningful exchanges and collaborations to enhance tourism development and investment at national and international levels.
The impactful participation of the Chhattisgarh Tourism Board not only strengthened the state’s tourism identity on both national and global platforms but also powerfully reinforced the theme — “Chhattisgarh: The Land of Opportunities.”
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