•₹3,963 crore in private investment attracted over the past decade; vision to develop 15 new five-star hotels by 2027 Under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, Madhya Pradesh is emerging as a strong, dynamic and diverse destination on the global tourism map. The Chief Minister’s vision is to leverage the state’s abundant natural resources, rich historical heritage, revered spiritual destinations, dense forests, wildlife sanctuaries and distinctive tribal culture not merely as tourist attractions, but as drivers of local livelihoods, employment generation and overall economic empowerment.
The successful seventh edition of the Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart (MPTM) 2026 stands as a testament to this vision and the state’s commitment to tourism-led development. Held at the Kushabhau Thakre International Convention Centre in Bhopal, the three-day event brought together more than 100 international tour operators from 34 countries, 180 domestic tour operators from 15 states, hoteliers, investors, policymakers and other tourism stakeholders. With participation from over 600 stakeholders and more than 10,000 business-to-business (B2B) meetings, the event provided a significant global platform for showcasing Madhya Pradesh’s diverse tourism offerings. Wildlife, heritage, spiritual, adventure and rural tourism experiences were presented to national and international buyers, opening new avenues for partnerships, investment and business development.Investment Proposals Worth ₹3,729 Crore to Strengthen Tourism InfrastructureThe seventh edition of MPTM attracted private investment proposals worth approximately ₹3,729 crore, reflecting investor confidence in Madhya Pradesh’s tourism sector. The proposals span luxury hotels, wellness resorts, golf courses, waterfront retreats and wildlife lodges.These investments are expected to strengthen hospitalityinfrastructure across key tourism destinations, expand facilities in emerging and lesser-explored regions, and create thousands of employment opportunities for local communities.One of the significant investment announcements at the Travel Mart was an MoU with ARM Foods Private Limited for a proposed investment of ₹848.40 crore in Ramgarh, Sehore district.Rajsan Hotels Private Limited and the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board entered into an investment agreement worth ₹520 crore to strengthen the state’s wildlife tourism infrastructure.MRVH Resorts director Jitendra Singh stated that the ₹200 crore Ramada Resort by Wyndham under development in Omkareshwar is targeted for completion by the end of 2026, ahead of Simhastha 2028. The company also plans additional investments of ₹150 crore at other locations.Record 10,263 B2B Meetings, Registering a 14% IncreaseThe Travel Mart recorded 10,263 B2B meetings, marking a 14% increase over approximately 9,000 meetings held during the 2025 edition.The meetings connected local tour operators, hotel owners and rural homestay operators directly with domestic and international buyers. These interactions are expected to facilitate long-term business partnerships, expand market access and create new opportunities for tourism enterprises across the state.Exhibition Featuring 177 Stalls Showcases Hospitality, Travel and Traditional CraftsThe Travel Mart featured 177 exhibition stalls representing the travel and hospitality industry. Hotels, resorts, travel agencies, adventure tourism organisations, traditional artisans and rural homestay operators came together on a common business platform.The exhibition facilitated direct interaction between buyers and service providers, showcasing the diversity of Madhya Pradesh’s tourism ecosystem, from modern hospitality infrastructure to traditional crafts and community-led tourism experiences.₹3,963 Crore in Private Investment Attracted Over the Past Decade; 15 New Five-Star Hotels Planned by 2027Over the past decade, Madhya Pradesh has attracted ₹3,963 crore in private investment in the tourism sector by leasing 91 government land parcels and 12 heritage properties. These investments have added 9,608 rooms and generated 38,432 employment opportunities.The state currently has 18 operational five-star hotels, with plans to develop 15 additional five-star hotels by 2027. This expansion is expected to strengthen accommodation capacity, enhance the quality of hospitality services and support the state’s ambition to attract a larger share of domestic and international travellers.
