Bhubaneswar: Odisha is looking to take tourism beyond its established destinations by promoting smaller attractions, homestays, heritage sites and local experiences across districts, with a focus on creating jobs and strengthening rural economies. The Tourism Department on Friday held an orientation programme for Local Tourism Promotion Councils (LTPCs) under the Odisha Tourism Vision 2036/47. The…
Varanasi/Bhubaneswar: Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo has called for a more integrated approach to tourism development, with the hospitality sector playing a larger role in supporting farmers, artisans, local businesses and the clean energy ecosystem. Addressing the inaugural session of the 56th Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) Annual…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Tourism is making its mark at the prestigious SATTE Travel Expo, one of India’s foremost Tourism & Travel Exhibitions. The expo, running from February 22nd to 24th at Greater Noida provides a platform for Odisha to display its multifaceted tourism offerings, highlighting the state’s unique cultural, natural, and heritage attractions. The Odisha Tourism…
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to propel the tourism sector in Odisha and foster collaborations on a national and global scale, the Department of Tourism, Government of Odisha, and the Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) are set to co-host the 5th Edition of Odisha Travel Bazar (OTB) 2023-24. This flagship exhibition, scheduled…
Bhubaneswar: To increase the footfall of tourists and boost the tourism sector in Odisha, the state government has decided to develop eco-tourism and nature camps in 13 new places. Chief Secretary Suresh Chandra Mahapatra on August 26 approved 10 new spots for eco-retreats with nigh stay facilities and three new spots for development of nature…
Bhubaneswar: To popularise Odia cuisines, Odisha Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC) is soon going to launch ‘Nimantran’, a chain of restaurants in the state. The restaurants will be managed by OTDC through a dedicated wing which will serve a variety of authentic Odia cuisines from various districts of Odisha. A special menu has been planned by…
