GANGTOK,: Sikkim Tourism minister Tshering T. Bhutia, along with a
high-level delegation, is participating in the International Tourism Mart (ITM)
2024 in Kaziranga, Assam.
The four-day
event, which kicked off on Tuesday runs through November 29, is being hosted by
the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. It aims to foster tourism and
cultural exchange among the eight Northeastern States: Assam, Arunachal
Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, and Sikkim.
Accompanying
the minister are MLA and Advisor Sudesh Kumar Limboo, MLA and former Tourism minister
B.S. Panth, senior tourism officials and stakeholders. Together, they are
promoting Sikkim’s tourism potential to a wide range of domestic and
international stakeholders, including tour operators, hoteliers, and homestay
owners.
Upon arrival,
the Sikkim delegation received a warm reception from Assam government
representatives.
The ITM 2024,
with over 400 participants, offers a vibrant platform for business-to-business
(B2B) meetings, state presentations, and cultural showcases. Delegates are also
participating in food demonstrations, giving attendees a taste of the region’s
unique culinary heritage.
Speaking over
the phone to this correspondent, minister Bhutia emphasized the importance of
the ITM in helping Sikkim strengthen its position as a premier tourist
destination in the region. He noted that the event provides an excellent
opportunity to highlight the State’s natural beauty, sustainable tourism
practices, and cultural richness to an international audience.
This event
offers an excellent opportunity for Sikkim to showcase its unique offerings and
to collaborate with stakeholders from across the region, said minister Bhutia.
The Sikkim
delegation has been actively engaging with various stakeholders and representatives,
promoting the State’s tourism offerings, including its eco-tourism initiatives
and vibrant cultural traditions.
