Karnataka Tourism deepens Gujarat travel trade ties at TTF Ahmedabad

Karnataka Tourism wrapped up its three-day run at TTF Ahmedabad 2026 in Gandhinagar, using the event to pitch the state’s destinations to Gujarat’s travel trade and widen business leads across western India. The showcase came as the exhibition drew 900+ exhibitors and 15,000+ trade visitors from India and more than 30 countries.

Why it matters: - Karnataka Tourism used TTF Ahmedabad 2026 to push more business from Gujarat and the wider western Indian market. - The event created a venue for the state to expand trade relationships, generate leads and promote travel circuits that can drive future visitation. - Karnataka’s pitch covered leisure, wildlife, coastal, wellness, adventure and MICE travel, broadening the state’s appeal beyond one segment.

What happened: - Karnataka Tourism participated in TTF Ahmedabad 2026 from 6-8 August 2026 at the Mahatma Mandir Convention & Exhibition Centre in Gandhinagar. - The state’s delegation met travel agents, tour operators, destination management companies, corporate travel representatives and other tourism stakeholders from Gujarat and western India. - The pavilion highlighted Karnataka’s tourism portfolio to trade visitors during the three-day exhibition. - The event was inaugurated on 6 August 2026 by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. - Uttarakhand Tourism Minister Satpal Maharaj also attended the opening and visited the Karnataka Tourism pavilion.

The details: - The Karnataka Tourism delegation was led by Raghavendra H.B., Deputy Director, Department of Tourism, Government of Karnataka. - The team included Giriraja G. and Yogesh, managers with the Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation, along with Srinivas and Krishna Prasada from Jungle Lodges and Resorts Ltd. - B2B meetings focused on strengthening existing trade ties, creating new business leads and increasing Karnataka’s presence in travel programs serving Gujarat’s outbound leisure and business travelers. - Discussions also covered customized itineraries and deeper inclusion of Karnataka destinations in western India travel packages. - The pavilion showcased Karnataka’s four UNESCO World Heritage Sites, wildlife and nature experiences, coastal destinations, cultural heritage and Bengaluru’s MICE potential. - Destinations presented included Hampi, Mysuru, Bandipur, Nagarahole, Gokarna, Coorg and other emerging circuits. - TTF Ahmedabad 2026 featured 900+ exhibitors and 15,000+ trade visitors, with participation from destinations and tourism stakeholders across India and more than 30 countries. - More information is available through Karnataka Tourism’s social channels, Facebook page, YouTube channel and X account.

Between the lines: - Karnataka is treating western India as a priority source market, not just a stopover audience. - The focus on heritage, wildlife, coastal and MICE offerings suggests the state is trying to diversify demand and extend stays. - The exhibition setting gave Karnataka a chance to position itself as a year-round destination rather than a seasonal one.

What's next: - Karnataka Tourism expects the business leads and meetings from Ahmedabad to support continued engagement with the western Indian travel trade. - The state will likely use the new contacts to grow awareness and visitation from Gujarat and nearby markets. - Karnataka Tourism is continuing its domestic outreach strategy while promoting the state as a destination for heritage, nature, wellness, adventure and business travel.