12th September 2025: The travel and meetings industry takes a significant leap forward as BLTM – India’s leading show on Business+ Leisure Travel and MICE, opens its doors today. The much-anticipated latest edition paves the way for a dynamic new chapter of innovation, collaboration, and strategic alliances in India’s rapidly evolving outbound and domestic travel sectors, especially in MICE and business travel.
Conceived as the country’s first comprehensive travel mart focused on Business+Leisure Travel, and MICE, BLTM is uniquely positioned to cater to the evolving demands of the Indian traveller and the global tourism economy.
Hosted at Yashobhoomi, IICC, on the 11th, 12th, and 13th of September, BLTM 2025 brings together an exceptional mix of corporate buyers, travel managers, event planners, DMCs, tourism boards, hotels, airlines, and technology providers under one dynamic roof. Featuring 500+ exhibitors from India and around the world, 7+ Indian States and UTs and 5+ countries.
the show will also host international buyers from Asia, the Americas, Europe, and other key travel markets. With over 15,000 pre-qualified attendees expected, the event is set to provide unmatched networking and business opportunities.
BLTM was inaugurated in the distinguished presence of Shri. Kapil Mishra, Hon’ble Minister for Tourism, Government of NCT of Delhi; Mr. Dheera Hettiarachchi, Chairman, Sri Lanka Convention Bureau; Ms. Amruta Bangera, Director-India, Israel Tourism Board; H.E. Mr. Juan Carlos Marsan Aguilera, Ambassador of Cuba; H.E. Mr Sardor Mirzayusupovich Rustambaev, Ambassador of Uzbekistan; H.E. Mr Vakhtang Jaoshvili; H.E. Ms Mahishini Colonne, High Commissioner of Sri Lanka; Department Head of Mission, Kenya, Ms. Mary M. Mutuku; Deputy Chief of Mission, Indonesia, Mr. Yudho Sasongko; along with Travel industry leaders, Heads of Associations, and members of the media, who were also present in large numbers.
BLTM 2025 brings together a diverse lineup of exhibitors, including international tourism boards and Convention Bureaus such as the Sri Lanka Convention Bureau, Israel – Ministry of Tourism, St. Petersburg Convention Bureau, Northern Finland, and Visit Oulu, as well as State Tourism Boards from Delhi, Odisha, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Jharkhand, Jammu & Kashmir, Meghalaya, and many more.
In addition to States, several leading travel brands, including Treat Hotels & Resorts, Maitri Visa and Travel Service, Praveg Limited, The Paul Hotels & Resorts, Kesarbagh Palace, Ramoji Film City, Sajjan Bagh, Kumbhalgarh, The Zuri Hotels And Resorts, Dynamic London, DLS Hotels, Coffee Day Hotels & Resorts, Serene World Voyager, Dook Consulting Services, Virya Wildlife Tours, World Inside Tourism, Gokulam Park Hotels & Resorts, The Lalita Grand, Koti Resorts, Gaj Retreat, Kerala Holiday Mart, Conservation Corporation of India, Eco Adventure Resorts, Apoorva Tours & Travel, and others, are showcasing their latest offerings.
BLTM reinforces its position as a premier platform for the Business, MICE, and inbound tourism segments in India. This year’s edition brings together thought leadership, skill-building, and high-impact networking opportunities through a dynamic line-up of sessions and workshops, including panels by SITE and NIMA, a panel discussion moderated by ICPB (India Convention Promotion Bureau), alongside a dedicated B2B speed networking session for exhibitors & hosted buyers, and the Responsible Tourism Awards by ICRT, celebrating pioneers in sustainable travel. These prestigious awards by the International Centre for Responsible Tourism (ICRT) honour those driving positive change through responsible tourism practices, with full support received from the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.
BLTM Strengthens Its Commitment to the MICE Community with New Initiatives
For the first time in India, Meeting Professionals International (MPI), the world’s largest association for the meetings and events industry, will be delivering its globally recognised Meeting Fundamentals Certificate Course at BLTM 2025.
This first-of-its-kind initiative is designed to upskill professionals and elevate standards across the industry. This exclusive educational offering reaffirms BLTM’s role as a catalyst for professional excellence and capacity building within the MICE ecosystem
Introducing Rural Tourism at BLTM—A Unique Showcase
BLTM will also feature a dedicated Rural Tourism Showcase in collaboration with ICRT. The pavilion will highlight 50+ homestays from across India, celebrating the richness of rural experiences and sustainable travel, empowering small and local enterprises. It’s a valuable opportunity for homestay owners to connect with corporate partners, travel agents, tourism boards, and other key stakeholders, fostering collaboration, visibility, and growth.
BLTM is offering extensive networking opportunities over three days, along with a diverse range of travel products and services from across India, creating a high-quality environment for exhibitors and buyers to establish valuable business connections.
“We are proud to unveil another edition of BLTM at a time when business travel is experiencing a strong resurgence. Our vision is to build a purposeful, focused marketplace where meaningful connections are made, not just networking, but relationships that drive long-term growth for all stakeholders.” – Sanjiv Agarwal, Chairman & CEO, Fairfest Media
BLTM is organised by Fairfest Media Ltd, the organisers of TTF and OTM – India’s largest travel trade shows for over three decades. With a legacy of connecting global destinations with India’s vast travel trade network, BLTM extends this legacy into the high-value niche of business and meetings travel.
The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, has extended full support to BLTM. In addition, the show has received strong backing from key stakeholders, including tourism boards, airline partners, hotel chains, and MICE service providers.