- 900+ exhibitors, 4 halls, and high-level delegations from India and Sri Lanka at the event
- Taking place from 31st July to 2nd August 2025, at the Mahatma Mandir Convention & Exhibition Centre in Gandhinagar, TTF is the biggest travel event organised in Gujarat and also one of the biggest in the country
- As per the latest National Tourism Report by the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER), Gujarat contributes approximately 15.4% to India’s total tourism output, comprising 5.85% of direct and 9.55% of indirect tourism GDP
- In 2023, tourism contributed $199.6 billion to India’s economy, supporting 32.1 million jobs
- The Modi government’s ambitious goal is to have tourism contribute over 10 per cent to the national GDP by 2047 when we celebrate Viksit Bharat.
NE TOURISM & HOSPITALITY BUREAU
GANDHINAGAR, JULY 31
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s strategic government policies, infrastructure development, cultural richness, and a strong post-pandemic recovery, both domestically and internationally have helped India’s rise to become the world’s 8th largest tourism economy by 2025, surpassing Japan and France, is a notable achievement from its 10th place in 2024. The prospect of India becoming the 4th largest tourism economy by 2034 appears highly feasible. In 2023, tourism contributed $199.6 billion to India’s economy, supporting 32.1 million jobs.
According to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), by 2034, India’s tourism economy could reach $400 billion, representing over 7.2 per cent of GDP and employing over 64 million individuals. With 43 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, a vast coastline, Himalayan peaks, and a rich tapestry of Sanatani traditions, India offers a diverse blend of spiritual, cultural, adventure, and wellness tourism. The Modi government’s ambitious goal is to have tourism contribute over 10 per cent to the national GDP by 2047 when we celebrate Viksit Bharat.
Gujarat beckons tourists
Ahmedabad, at the heart of Gujarat, is a thriving commercial hub and one of India’s top domestic and outbound travel source markets, making it an ideal location for TTF. Ahmedabad, along with its twin city, Gandhinagar, the state capital and a fast-emerging destination for business events and exhibitions, offers excellent national and international connectivity and is a perfect host for an event of this scale.
The highly anticipated Travel and Tourism Fair (TTF) in Ahmedabad is welcoming over 900 exhibitors from India and overseas, showcasing top-tier travel products and services to more than 12,500+ industry professionals expected to attend over three days, right before the Diwali and winter peak holiday seasons.
Taking place from 31st July to 2nd August 2025, at the Mahatma Mandir Convention & Exhibition Centre in Gandhinagar, TTF is the biggest travel event organised in Gujarat and also one of the biggest in the country. It presents an ideal platform for travel trade professionals and exhibitors to connect, network, and grow their business with deals made on the show floor. The event is exclusively B2B, and as the biggest show in the TTF series, Ahmedabad marks an important start to the travel and festive season. This year, 25+ Indian States and UTs are showcasing, along with over 30 countries being represented by the private sector, in addition to the official participation of Sri Lanka Tourism, along with a large number of stakeholders.
The inauguration of TTF Ahmedabad took place in the august presence of Omar Abdullah, Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, and Mulubhai Bera, Minister of Tourism, Government of Gujarat; along with other dignitaries, namely Nasir Aslam Wani, Advisor to Chief Minister, Jammu and Kashmir; Dheeraj Gupta, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister of J&K; Dr. Prakash Chandra Verma, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Tourism, J & K Government; Rajender Kumar (IAS), Secretary (Tourism), Government of Gujarat; Prabhav Joshi (IAS), Commissioner of Tourism & Managing Director of the Corporation of Gujarat Limited; Raja Yakoob, IRS, Director of Tourism, Kashmir; Shreya Singhal, IAS, MD, JKTDC; Vikas Gupta, JKAS, Director of Tourism, Jammu; Kuldipsinh S. Jhala, GAS, Joint Managing Director, Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Limited; Sikha Surendran, IAS, Director, Kerala Tourism, were present, along with travel industry leaders, association heads, and members of the media were also present in large numbers.
TTF in Ahmedabad is bringing together a diverse lineup of national and international tourism boards, including Sri Lanka Tourism, Gujarat Tourism, Uttar Pradesh Tourism, Uttarakhand Tourism, J & K Tourism, Goa Tourism, Odisha Tourism, Rajasthan Tourism, Punjab Tourism, Kerala Tourism, Karnataka Tourism, Assam Tourism, Tamil Nadu Tourism, Chhattisgarh Tourism, Meghalaya Tourism, Tripura Tourism, and many more.
Additionally, leading private exhibitors such as Holiday Mechanic, Praveg Limited, The Travel Nexus, Wyndham Hotel Group, Booking Window, Travel High, Bayan Group of Hotels & Resorts, Booking Junction, Travel Plug, Global Tourism Club, Trulyy India Hotels and Resorts, Cruise Carrot, Sri Siddhi DMC Travel Hub, Sarovar Hotels and Resorts, Royal Orchid Hotels, Treat Hotels & Resorts, Concept Hospitality, Ottila International, Radisson Hotel Group, Holiday Sketcher DMC for Bali, and others are showcasing their best offerings.
Among the highlights, the Sri Lanka Tourism Board is returning to TTF in Ahmedabad for the very first-time post-pandemic with a large delegation and exciting new products and locales for Gujarat’s travel trade to discover.
The event is providing extensive networking opportunities over three days and a diverse range of travel products and services from all across India and over 30 international destinations, ensuring a high-quality environment for exhibitors and buyers to establish valuable business connections.
Sanjiv Agarwal, Chairman and CEO of Fairfest Media, remarked, “This year’s edition of TTF in Ahmedabad is a testament to the importance of India as a driver for domestic, regional, and international tourism and the growing focus on Asia during geopolitical turmoil worldwide. We welcome back Sri Lanka and so many partners, making Ahmedabad the biggest event of the TTF series. We are expecting YoY 20% more visitors and remarkable business outcomes for all. The strong participation from tourism boards across India, coupled with an impressive showcase by private exhibitors, reaffirmed TTF’s position as Gujarat’s leading travel trade show and one of India’s most trusted platforms for high-quality networking and strategic partnerships.”
As per the latest National Tourism Report by the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER), Gujarat contributes approximately 15.4% to India’s total tourism output, comprising 5.85% of direct and 9.55% of indirect tourism GDP. Gujarati travellers consistently account for 8% of domestic travel and a significant portion of outbound tourism, representing 30–40% of Indian travellers at any given time.
TTF Ahmedabad 2025 is spread across four expansive halls, reaffirming its stature as Gujarat’s largest and most influential travel trade show. With national and international showcases, the event offers a golden opportunity for industry professionals to engage with tourism boards, leading travel brands, and key decision-makers.
Thoughtfully curated to ensure exceptional quality and participation, TTF Ahmedabad continues to be a vital platform for strategic networking, business development, and market expansion in India’s evolving travel landscape.
TTF Ahmedabad is open only for travel trade B2B visitors, and there is no entry fee
