India’s MICE Industry Set to Be a Major Economic Driver said, Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat at ‘Meet in India Conclave 2025’

The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, in collaboration with the Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan, and the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI), organized the Meet in India Conclave in Jaipur on the sidelines of the 14th Great Indian Travel Bazaar (GITB). More than 300 delegates and participants attended the event consisting of International MICE Companies/Operators, Domestic MICE Companies/Professional Conference organizers, Speakers, Foreign Tour Operators specialized in MICE invited for GITB, Secretaries from States / UTs, Media, Stakeholders from various Tourism and Hospitality Associations, Local Stakeholders.

Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Minister of Tourism, Government of India addressed the conclave and said that India’s Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) Industry is set to be a major economic driver, generating high-quality jobs.

Speaking at the conclave, Shekhawat said, “India’s MICE industry is rapidly emerging as a global powerhouse, fuelled by robust economic growth, world-class infrastructure, and strong government backing. States across the country are unlocking tourism opportunities in their own unique ways and now, it’s time for India to position itself firmly on the global MICE map.

Highlighting Rajasthan as an emerging MICE destination, Diya Kumari, Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan, said, “Rajasthan is not just a heritage destination it is a vibrant, future-ready hub for MICE tourism. With state-of-the art convention centres, seamless connectivity, digital infrastructure, and world-class hospitality, we are building a dynamic ecosystem that blends tradition with transformation.”

She further added, “From our cultural richness to rural tourism circuits and new destination development, every part of Rajasthan is being equipped to host high-impact events. We believe in the power of strong public-private partnerships from local artisans to luxury hoteliers, from grassroots logistics teams to global planners, everyone plays a role.”

Meet in India conclave, a significant initiative of the Ministry of Tourism, Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan and FICCI, aims at bolstering India’s Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) tourism sector. This event seeks to showcase India’s potential as a premier MICE destination, highlighting its world-class infrastructure, unique cultural experiences, and connectivity. By bringing together key stakeholders, the conclave aims to foster collaborations and drive the growth of this vital segment of the tourism industry.