Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu inaugurated the 13th International Tourism Mart at Gangtok in Sikkim last evening. Tourism Ministers of Assam, Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh, among others, were also present on the occasion. Addressing the gathering, Mr. Khandu said the North East has made tremendous progress in tourism sector under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a video message, Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Sekhawat asserted the government’s commitment to the progress of the region in tourism.

Akashvani correspondent reports that the International Tourism Mart is a flagship annual event organised by the Ministry of Tourism, aimed at showcasing the tourism potential of the North Eastern Region to both domestic and international audiences as a unified tourism destination. The Mart highlights the diversity of the region’s offerings, ranging from eco-tourism and adventure activities like trekking, river rafting, and paragliding, to wellness, spiritual, rural, wildlife, and cultural heritage tourism.

The event serves as a vital platform for bringing together tourism businesses and entrepreneurs from the North Eastern states, fostering collaboration and interaction among buyers, sellers, media, government agencies, and other stakeholders. This year, the 13th edition of the event is being held in Sikkim, known for its diverse Himalayan topography, rich flora and fauna, unique arts and crafts, pristine natural beauty, organic farming practices, and sustainable way of life.