Ministry of Tourism Concludes the 13th (ITM) 2025

Ministry of Tourism//Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav//Posted on: 16th  November 2025 at 9:30 PM by PIB Delhi

Ministry of Tourism // Amrit Mahotsav of Independence 

13th International Tourism Mart (ITM) 2025-A Great Bazar Too

ITM was organized by the Ministry of Tourism in Gangtok

Sikkim is a state of extraordinary beauty. Its people, natural sites, and landscapes are truly memorable. A special event held in such an environment makes it even more memorable. The 13th International Tourism Mart (ITM) 2025, organized by the Ministry of Tourism in Gangtok, concluded today, showcasing the rich tourism potential of the Northeast region. This event has left many fond memories.

The Ministry of Tourism successfully organised the 13th International Tourism Mart (ITM) 2025 from 13th to 16th November 2025 in Gangtok, Sikkim, with the objective of showcasing the rich and diverse tourism potential of the North Eastern States and promoting sustainable, responsible, and inclusive tourism development across the region.

The four-day Mart brought together a distinguished gathering of domestic and international tourism stakeholders, including tour operators, travel writers, influencers, industry experts, State Tourism officials, and representatives from Central Ministries. The event served as a dynamic platform for strengthening partnerships, exploring new collaborations, and highlighting the unique natural, cultural, and adventure offerings of the Northeast.

The 13th edition of ITM featured a comprehensive programme comprising:

• B2B meetings facilitating business opportunities between buyers and sellers
• State presentations showcasing tourism strengths, flagship projects, and investment avenues
• Cultural showcases reflecting the artistic, tribal, and folk traditions of the Northeast
• Immersive experiences and technical sessions on responsible tourism, hospitality, adventure tourism, and emerging travel trends

By bringing together tourism stakeholders from India and abroad, ITM 2025 reaffirmed the Ministry of Tourism’s commitment to positioning the North Eastern Region as a unified, vibrant, and high-value tourism destination—in alignment with the vision of Dekho Apna Desh and Incredible India.

The Government of Sikkim extended full cooperation in hosting the Mart, which also provided delegates with an opportunity to experience the State’s natural beauty, sustainable practices, and community-based tourism models.

 The successful conclusion of ITM 2025 marks another significant step in enhancing the visibility of the North Eastern States and strengthening the region’s tourism ecosystem through innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth.

****//Sunil Kumar Tiwari//tourism4pib[at]gmail[dot]com//(रिलीज़ आईडी: 2191108) 

प्रविष्टि तिथि: 16 NOV 2025 at 9:30 PM by PIB Delhi

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International Tourism Mart 13–16 November

प्रविष्टि तिथि: 12 NOV 2025 at 11:20 AM by PIB Gangtok

Sikkim to Host 13th International Tourism Mart (ITM)

New Delhi: 12th November 2025: (PIB Gangtok//The Tours and Travels Screen Desk)::

The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, is organizing the 13th edition of the International Tourism Mart (ITM) for the North Eastern Region from 13th to 16th November 2025 at Gangtok, Sikkim. The Mart will be inaugurated by the Hon’ble Union Minister of Tourism and Culture Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, in the august presence of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Sikkim Shri. Prem Singh Tamang, and the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh Shri. Pema Khandu, along with Tourism Ministers of the North Eastern States and senior officials from the Ministry of Tourism and State Governments.

The International Tourism Mart is an annual flagship event of the Ministry of Tourism, designed to showcase the tourism potential of the North Eastern Region — the “Ashta Lakshmi” of India — to both domestic and international audiences. The Mart seeks to highlight the region’s rich natural beauty, cultural diversity, and adventure tourism opportunities, while promoting sustainable and inclusive tourism development. The 13th edition being held in Gangtok reaffirms the Ministry’s commitment to positioning the North East as a preferred destination for eco-tourism, wellness, culture, and adventure.

Hosting the event in Gangtok holds special significance. Sikkim has earned national and international acclaim as a model of sustainable and responsible tourism. With its pristine landscapes, organic farming practices, spiritual heritage, and vibrant local culture, Sikkim represents the ideals of community-led and environmentally conscious tourism that the Ministry seeks to promote across the country. The Mart is being organized in alignment with the Ministry’s Travel for Life initiative.

The 13th International Tourism Mart will witness wide participation from across the globe, with representatives from approximately 19 countries, including Spain, Thailand, France, Russia, Germany, Vietnam and others. The event will bring together 39 international tour operators, 5 international influencers, 50 domestic buyers, 20 domestic influencers and Travel media, and 91 domestic sellers. The Mart will feature a series of technical sessions, panel discussions, product presentations, and B2B meetings aimed at fostering collaboration between domestic and international tourism stakeholders. Discussions with State Tourism Officials will focus on cinematic tourism, homestays, youth entrepreneurship, digital innovation, sustainability, and adventure tourism.

The event will also include cultural showcases reflecting the rich artistic and performing traditions of the North East, along with technical visits to major sites in and around Gangtok such as the Rumtek Monastery, Do Drul Chorten, and Namgyal Institute of Tibetology. Product presentations will highlight the region’s potential in diverse segments such as wildlife and river cruise tourism, festivals and celebrations, heritage and crafts, culinary traditions, and adventure experiences. Post-event familiarization tours will be organized for international and domestic participants to various destinations across the North Eastern States to provide first-hand experience of the region’s cultural and natural wealth.

The 13th International Tourism Mart at Gangtok thus represents not only a celebration of the Northeast’s extraordinary natural beauty and cultural diversity but also a reaffirmation of the Government’s vision to transform the region into a global tourism hub. With its serene landscapes, vibrant communities, and exemplary commitment to sustainability, Sikkim provides the perfect backdrop for this landmark event, symbolizing the spirit of unity in diversity and the promise of responsible tourism-driven development.

*******//MPS//(रिलीज़ आईडी: 2189088)**********