India Spotlight

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

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

Karnataka is advancing tourism growth through policy support, regional development and rising domestic demand, with a focus on experiential travel and lesser-known destinations

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

Uttarakhand is seeing rising tourism demand, driven by domestic travel and growing interest in wellness, adventure and pilgrimage, as the state looks to manage growth and expand year-round travel

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

Andhra Pradesh targets international tourism with new policy and global promotion

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

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

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