Akshay Kumar – Mumbai
Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) is all set to organise the 31st annual convention in Indore, Madhya Pradesh from August 20-23, 2015. The announcement was made at The Park Hotel, New Delhi in the presence Dr Mahesh Sharma, minister of state for tourism and culture (IC) and minister of state for civil aviation, Government of India.
Speaking about this year’s convention, Pronab Sarkar, chairman convention, IATO said, “We are returning to Madhya Pradesh nearly after 22 years when we had our IATO 10th convention at Khajuraho, from December 17-19, 1993. Madhya Pradesh Tourism has been active in marketing various tourist attractions in the state. Concurrently with our convention, there will be an Indian Travel Mart. It is an opportunity for exhibitors to showcase exciting and diverse range of destinations, conference and incentive venues. This will facilitate discerning buyers from the travel trade and corporate world to reinforce their choice for business travel, incentives, etc. Also interesting business sessions are being planned with social evenings.”
Sarab Jit Singh, senior vice president, IATO said, “The success of the previous convention has raised the expectations of the members and sponsors alike. More than 1200 delegates are expected for the three-day event. They look for an enchanting experience as well as a destination that has not been explored earlier. Here Indore fits in well. Post-convention tours on offer will be enable them to explore new areas.”