India Spotlight

Odisha is drawing more domestic and international visitors as new infrastructure, policy support and private investment lift the state’s tourism sector, although operators say limited global reach and transport links continue to hold back growth

Andhra Pradesh targets international tourism with new policy and global promotion

The state has launched a new tourism policy and brand identity to boost domestic and international arrivals, with a focus on infrastructure, adventure tourism, and investor-friendly reforms

Kerala aims to attract a broader range of visitors through new offerings and strategic partnerships

Goa is expanding its appeal beyond beaches and nightlife, focusing on cultural heritage, wellness retreats, and eco-tourism to attract travellers across all seasons

India’s Maharashtra state is developing new tourism circuits and infrastructure to attract investment, spread visitor flows across regions and support long-term growth

Kashmir’s hospitality sector, hit hard by the April Pahalgam attack, is gradually recovering as stakeholders work to rebuild traveller confidence

The Himalayan state is easing border permit requirements and investing in infrastructure upgrades as it seeks to attract more domestic and inbound visitors through niche and experience-led tourism

While domestic interest in Puducherry is the main tourism driver, international travellers are starting to notice this destination that is famed for its French colonial heritage

Rising spiritual travel and new tourism projects are transforming Uttar Pradesh into one of India’s fastest-growing destinations, boosting arrivals and investment across key cities like Agra, Ayodhya and Varanasi