Go Beyond Khajuraho, Bandhavgarh; Let Tourists Live, Feel MP
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Moving beyond the traditional Khajuraho-Gwalior-Orchha-Panna-Bandhavgarh circuit, Madhya Pradesh needs to boost experiential tourism to draw more foreign tourists, said tour operators and delegates. At the same time, the state's attractions should be publicised more in European countries, which send the largest number of tourists to India, they added. The foreign and…
Madhya Pradesh should venture beyond popular tourist circuits like Khajuraho, Gwalior, Orchha, Panna, and Bandhavgarh to attract more foreign tourists, according to tour operators and delegates. The state's attractions should receive more attention in European countries, which account for the majority of tourist arrivals in India.
The delegates addressed this at the seventh Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart (MPTM) held at the Kushabhau Thakre International Convention Centre (Minto Hall) in Bhopal. To expand its tourism portfolio, the state should offer more than just monuments and wildlife; it should promote rural and Tribal life, homestays, and direct air connectivity to foreign destinations.
The delegates emphasized that foreign tourists seek authentic experiences, not just luxury hotel stays. Home stays in rural areas have proven popular among foreign tourists and provide an authentic taste of India. While Ujjain's visitor numbers are impressive, they are mostly short-term visitors who do not spend much. To capitalize on its potential, the state needs to invest in better hygiene, improved roads, and welcoming people.
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