The India International Travel Mart (IITM), South India’s flagship B2B travel and tourism exhibition, marked a resounding success with its 2025 editions in Chennai and Bangalore. Held respectively at Chennai Trade Centre (16–18 July) and Palace Grounds, Bangalore (24–26 July), the events witnessed robust participation from over 800 exhibitors, including leading tourism boards, hospitality leaders, technology innovators, and travel operators representing 25 Indian states and 20 international destinations.
Celebrating its 26th year in both cities, IITM reaffirmed its position as the region’s largest and most influential travel industry platform, fostering high-impact networking, immersive workshops, and destination showcases. Inaugurations in Chennai and Bangalore featured top government and industry dignitaries such as Thiru T. Christuraj, Director of Tourism, Govt. of Tamil Nadu, and Shri. Pasang Dorjee Sona, Minister for Tourism, Arunachal Pradesh, highlighting the event’s national stature.
The 2025 IITM editions served as critical catalysts for both domestic and international tourism, offering unmatched opportunities for B2B engagement, knowledge sharing, and trade partnerships. Dedicated pavilions spotlighted emerging travel trends, technology, sustainable solutions, and luxury experiences—cementing IITM’s role as a trusted launchpad for new products and destinations.
Event directors Mr. Sanjay Hakhu and Mr. Rohit Hangal of Sphere Travelmedia & Exhibitions underscored the overwhelming buyer response and strategic significance of Chennai and Bangalore in India’s evolving tourism landscape. As IITM prepares for upcoming editions in Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad, the exhibition continues to drive India’s tourism resurgence and business growth across established and new markets.
