Rajasthan, September 14, 2024: The fourth Rajasthan Domestic Travel Mart (RDTM), aimed at promoting domestic and rural tourism and showcasing new hotels and destinations, is underway at the Birla Auditorium. The three-day mart is organized jointly by the Federation of Hospitality and Tourism of Rajasthan (FHTR) and the Rajasthan Tourism Department, with active participation from the Central Tourism Department. On Saturday, Rajasthan’s Deputy CM, Diya Kumari, inaugurated the exhibition as the chief guest. She reviewed the stalls at the RDTM and engaged in discussions with tourism representatives about new tourism dimensions and opportunities.
The event also saw the presence of key figures including Ravi Jain, Secretary of Tourism, Art, Literature, Culture, and Archaeology; Honorary President of FHTR, Bhim Singh; FHTR President, Kuldeep Singh Chandela; Senior Vice President, Surendra Singh Shahpura; General Secretary, CA Virendra Singh Shekhawat; Former IAS Dr. Lalit K. Panwar; Civil Line MLA, Gopal Sharma; and Chairman of the Rajasthan Heritage Authority, Onkar Singh Lakhawat. It is noteworthy that Deputy CM Diya Kumari formally inaugurated the mart on Friday. This year, the RDTM is organized with a focus on wedding, incentive, conference, and event themes.
Over 200 Stalls and 600 Hotels Displayed at Birla Auditorium
On the second day of the three-day RDTM, more than 200 stalls and over 600 hotels were showcased at the Birla Auditorium. The mart included both Business-to-Business (B2B) and Business-to-Customer (B2C) meetings, starting from 5 PM, allowing the public to explore hotel and facility information for their events. The event has attracted 1,300 buyers and over 7,000 visitors from across the country. Various travel planners, tour operators, travel agents, hoteliers, event planners, wedding planners, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) organizers, and other tourism stakeholders are participating, introducing the audience to Rajasthan’s diverse attractions and facilities. Representatives participating in the mart will depart on September 16 for the ‘Rajasthan Fame Tour,’ in collaboration with the Rajasthan Association of Tour Operators (RATO).
Objective of RDTM: Promoting Wedding, Domestic, and Rural Tourism
The primary objective of RDTM is to attract more tourists from within and outside the state, thereby strengthening the state’s economy. The mart provides an opportunity for tourism stakeholders to showcase their products in various sectors such as heritage, adventure, wildlife, pilgrimage, weddings, eco-tourism, and village tourism. The fourth edition of this important event aims to promote domestic and rural tourism, as well as new hotels and destinations.
Deputy CM Diya Kumari’s Remarks at RDTM
Deputy CM Diya Kumari stated that over 200 stalls and more than 600 hotels are displayed here, with 1,300 buyers and approximately 7,000 guests participating. This underscores our ongoing efforts to promote tourism in Rajasthan, given the immense potential the state holds. We are focusing on improving facilities and infrastructure to enhance tourism. Policies and plans are being developed with new dimensions in mind to ensure that no obstacles hinder those wanting to develop tourism in the state. Special plans for senior citizens are also underway to make their travel experience simpler and safer. Additionally, we are working on incorporating AR (Augmented Reality) and VR (Virtual Reality) technologies in the tourism sector. A new tourism policy for the state will be introduced soon.
Ravi Jain’s Statement on RDTM
Ravi Jain stated that RDTM is Rajasthan’s largest interactive forum. The meetings conducted here are preparing for several important aspects, with extensive marketing in digital, electronic, and print forms. Our goal is to enhance Rajasthan’s tourism potential, and it is timely as the tourism season is approaching. He emphasized the need for collective effort to make it successful and improve tourism experiences and facilities in Rajasthan. When tourists come to Rajasthan, it is our responsibility to provide them with a great experience. They will need both convenience and security, and we all must work together to ensure this.
FHTR President Kuldeep Singh Chandela’s Remarks
FHTR President Kuldeep Singh Chandela mentioned that RDTM is sending out a positive message to everyone. The mart features both B2B and B2C meetings, offering opportunities for tourism and new dimensions. These discussions and meetings are promoting tourism both nationally and internationally. Notably, people from the Hadoti and South Rajasthan regions have also participated this time. People from Kota, Bundi, Baran, and Kumbhalgarh have taken part in RDTM for the first time. Additionally, there are plans for international outreach, where we will work with the tourism department abroad to promote Rajasthan tourism. We will continue to work with the government in these efforts.
Partners and Media Involvement
The RDTM 2024 event involves significant roles from the Hotels and Restaurants Association of Rajasthan (HRAR), Indian Heritage Hotels Association (IHHA), and Rajasthan Association of Tour Operators (RATO). Gold Partners include Truly India Hotels and Resorts, Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), Jodhana Heritage Resorts, and HRH Group of Hotels. At the same time, Silver Partners are Ananta Hotels and Resorts and Fairmont Jaipur.
The media partners for this event include Simply Jaipur, Fabian Media, Musafir Media Hub, Shubh Wedding Magazine, Safari Plus, Metro Expedition, and Rajasthan Chowk. Unseen Royalty is the digital partner. More information about the event can be found on the FHTR website (https://fhtr.in/rdtm-2024/).
