Madhya Pradesh recorded more than 21.05 crore tourist visits in 2025, marking a 57% increase over 2024, announced Dharmendra Singh Lodhi, Tourism Minister, Madhya Pradesh, at the MP Travel Mart in Bhopal. He attributed the growth to improved law and order, infrastructure development, and the state’s hospitality, while highlighting its natural, cultural, and spiritual attractions as key draws for international travellers, nature lovers, and investors. The 7th edition of the MP Travel Mart features more than 100 seller stalls and is expected to facilitate over 10,000 B2B meetings, with participation from 34 countries, including more than 100 international tour operators, travel media and digital influencers.

Janice Alyosius is a travel and MICE journalist focusing on business travel, destination marketing, aviation and industry policy. She leads editorial content at MICEtalk and also writes for TravTalk, covering global trends, trade developments and key industry conversations. With regular reporting from tourism forums, conventions and on-ground industry events, her work blends news-led analysis with strong industry voices, offering clear context and relevance for travel trade professionals and decision-makers.

