Maharashtra to host ‘Maharashtra International Travel Mart’

Mumbai 15th September 2015: The Government of Maharashtra is set to organise the ‘Maharashtra International Travel Mart’ (MITM). The inauguration ceremony will take place at Bombay Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC),Nesco Complex, Off Western Express Highway, Goregaon (East) in Mumbai by hand of honorable CM Devendra Fadnavis from September 28 to 30, 2015. Spread over three days. MITM will showcase the tourism attractions of the state that would lead to an enhanced brand image of the destination.

With over 250 registered buyers, stakeholder of industry, hoteliers, travel agents, tour operators, adventure tour operator and media from over 30 countries, Maharashtra state is set to provide a B2B platform for perceptive travel and tourism products. The event will showcase the best of what Maharashtra has to offer to the discerning travel trade from India and abroad.

The state has contributed towards being a large part of the India’s ever-growing tourism arrival figures, both to within India destinations and overseas. MITM will prove to be the most important events for travel events in the country.Mrs. ValsaNair Singh, Secretary Tourism GoM said "Maharashtra has been one of India’s biggest tourist attractions with its wide arena of magnetisms and is home to the largest inventory of tourism products that the country has to offer with five UNESCO World Heritage Sites, over 900 caves, 350 forts with splendid wildlife and world-class beaches to adorn. 'Maharashtra International Travel Mart', being held for the first time will provide the impetus to the inbound travel and tourism industry and would enhance the marketing efforts of Maharashtra Tourism to promote our destinations to the travel trade and tourists from all over the world."

Stakeholders from industry will be invited from Netherlands, Australia, Canada, France, Greece, Israel Japan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, UAE, UK, USA, South Africa, Singapore, etc.The event will be supported by major travel – trade and hospitality association in India such as ‘Association of Domestic Tour Operators Association of India (ADTOI), Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) and Indian Association of Tour Operators.

MITM will be state’s largest trade exchange dedicated to the travel and tourism industry, with exceptional emphasis on bringing suppliers with first rate credentials face-to-face with premium buyers so as to establish and encourage new business relationships while furnishing the highest quality and price ratio with innovative packages and products. The event will showcase the different facets of Maharashtra, like the cultural festivals, its beaches, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Konkan Region, Pilgrimage Destinations, Wildlife and National Parks, Medical, Social and Study Tourism and more.

With excellent connectivity to and throughout the state, vivid heritage and natural attractions, diverse cuisine and its capital, Mumbai being the financial hub of the country, MITM 2015 will catapult Maharashtra's tourism appeal across a much wider global audience.

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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis addresses Investors in New York

June 30, 2015 – New York- Today a group of U.S. industry executives from the U.S.-India Business Council (USIBC) met with the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis for a discussion about investment opportunities in the state.

Chief Minister Fadnavis engaged with senior business executives on important topics that have dominated the bilateral commercial relationship in recent months and addressed areas such as Maharashtra’s comparative edge as an investment destination, regulatory reform measures that have been undertaken by the government to promote ease of doing business in the state, and cultural dialogues that can enhance the bilateral relations between India and the United States.

Emphasizing the investment opportunities that are available in Maharashtra, Chief Minister Fadnavis said, “The Government has taken a variety of measures to promote ease of doing business in the state and we want to be viewed as a top destination for both domestic as well as international investments. The state eagerly awaits the formation of joint ventures in critical projects such as the Delhi - Mumbai Industrial corridor, Smart Cities and in sectors such as manufacturing, agriculture, aviation, engineering and IT. Our Government is committed to providing a boost to both Make in India and Make in Maharashtra campaigns, provide business to both medium and small enterprises and create much-needed jobs. We invite investors from the United States to be a part of Maharashtra’s growth story.”

Lauding the vision of Chief Minister Fadnavis, Mukesh Aghi, President of USIBC, said, “The Council’s member companies have been encouraged by the ease of doing business in Maharashtra. Many of the companies have significant investments in the state. Therefore, appropriate and timely policy measures are critical. USIBC and member companies look forward to participating in the state’s investment opportunities that will not only promote entrepreneurship, but also inclusive growth, positioning it as a model state both in India and globally. I have no hesitation in saying that the state has the potential to emerge as a high ranking state on the ease of doing business index.”

Ashok Vasudevan, Chairman and CEO of Preferred Brands International, manufacturer and marketer of the natural foods brand, Tasty Bite, said, “Tasty Bite has been operating in Maharashtra since the early 90’s and has become one of India’s largest exporter of prepared foods. The state is remarkably resilient due to its diversified base of industry that includes energy, agriculture, food processing, entertainment, engineering, chemicals, pharmaceuticals and financial services. The infrastructure, a mature workforce, a series of business friendly administrations over the last few decades makes it an attractive FDI destination.”

The event was also attended by companies and senior leaders from every major sector of business— Monsanto, Taj Hotels, HSBC, Caterpillar, Cargill, Johnson and Johnson, KPMG, Baker & McKenzie, Citi, New Silk Route and Pfizer.

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