Odisha Tourism’s Second Road Show in Bangkok
Odisha wants Deeper Cultural and Maritime Connection with South East Asia: Vishal Dev
Indian Observer Post
Bhubaneswar/Bangkok, Sept 23, 2018: Tourism sector is one of the main focus of the state and since we receive a substantial tourist footfall from Southeast Asia, it’s quintessential for us to organise such road shows to attract more visitors. We are harping on our cultural and maritime connection with the region. Vishal Dev, Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Odisha Tourism & Sports & Youth Services Department, Government of Odisha said this in Bangkok on the occasion of the second roadshow organised by Odisha Tourism as part of its mission to promote tourism potentials aggressively in Bangkok. The event organised in association with the Embassy of India at Thailand and FICCI at Hotel Anantara saw more than 140 participants which included leading tour operators, travel agents, who’s who of the travel trade and diplomatic mission representatives from other countries as well.
The Charge d’Affaires of Embassy of India at Thailand Mr. Abbagani Ramu, Director Tourism Ms Archana Patnaik and Mr. Sanjay Kumar addressed the meeting where the state's tourism potential was discussed. Odisha Tourism's role as the host partner of the upcoming Odisha Hockey Men's World Cup Bhubaneswar 2018 was highlighted and appreciated by all.
The stakeholders from Odisha namely Heritage Tours, Swosti Travels, Eastern Treasure Tours, Tropical Vacations, Fiesta Holidays were some of the names who participated in both the roadshow and later engaged in B2B meetings.