Union Minister of Tourism and Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat will inaugurate the 13th edition of the International Tourism Mart (ITM) for the North Eastern Region in Sikkim tomorrow. The Ministry said that the four day event will showcase the tourism potential of the North Eastern Region. It also added that the event seeks to highlight the region’s rich natural beauty, cultural diversity, and adventure tourism opportunities, while promoting sustainable and inclusive tourism development.
The Ministry also informed that the event will witness participation from across the globe, with representatives from over 19 countries, including Spain, Thailand, France, Russia, Germany, Vietnam and others. The event will also feature cultural showcases reflecting the rich artistic and performing traditions of the North East, along with technical visits to major sites in and around Gangtok.