Air India and Indian Ministry of Tourism brought UK travel trade representatives together in London during World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026 to discuss opportunities for them in bringing inbound tourism to India. The interaction with Gajendra Singh Shekhawat,Minister of Tourism, Government of India, included representatives from Southall Travel, Brightsun Travel, Moresand, Skylord Travels, Carlton Leisure, TUI, Trailfinders, Kuoni, Expedia, Trip.com, and Akbar Travels, alongside London Gatwick Airport representatives. The meeting follows a July 2026 MoU between Air India and the ministry to coordinate international destination marketing, travel trade engagement, and transit-tourism initiatives under Incredible India. Air India says its network serves 40 international destinations across five continents, with codeshare and interline partnerships connecting India to more than 1,000 destinations worldwide.
Shreya Bansal is a reporter at TravTalk India, covering the travel and tourism industry. She brings a keen eye for emerging trends, trade developments, and the stories shaping the travel landscape. Through in-depth reporting and on-ground insights, she connects industry stakeholders with news that matters. Beyond travel, Shreya has a growing interest in the premium lifestyle space, particularly the world of fine jewellery and is eager to explore the craftsmanship, culture, and commerce that define luxury living.