Bengaluru, 23rd January 2026 – The Karnataka Tourism Society (KTS) proudly announces its upcoming Central India B2B Roadshow Series, scheduled from 27th to 31st January 2026, across five major cities: Indore, Nagpur, Aurangabad, Nashik, and Pune. This initiative is designed to strengthen tourism partnerships, expand market reach, and showcase Karnataka’s diverse offerings—from heritage and culture to eco-tourism, wellness, and adventure—to the Central Indian travel trade community.
The roadshow will unfold across Indore on 27th January, Nagpur on 28th January, Aurangabad on 29th January, Nashik on 30th January, and Pune on 31st January, offering interactive sessions and networking opportunities with the travel trade community. The series is being organized with the valued support of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, the Department of Tourism, Government of Karnataka, Mysore Sales International Ltd. (MSIL), Jungle Lodges & Resorts Ltd. (JLR), and the Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC), along with leading hotel chains, resorts, tour operators and destination management companies. Together, these partners will provide a dynamic platform for travel agents, tour operators, and hospitality stakeholders to explore and engage with Karnataka’s diverse tourism potential.
Mr. K. Syama Raju, President, Karnataka Tourism Society, said: “This Central India Roadshow Series is a landmark initiative for Karnataka Tourism Society. By engaging directly with the travel trade in Indore, Nagpur, Aurangabad, Nashik, and Pune, we are building bridges of collaboration and showcasing Karnataka’s unmatched diversity. With the support of our partners, and leading hospitality brands—we are confident of creating new pathways for sustainable tourism growth.”
Mr. Mohamed Farouk, Regional Director, Indiatourism – West & Central, said: “India Tourism-Mumbai is proud to support KTS in this endeavor. The Central India B2B Roadshow embodies the spirit of ‘Dekho Apna Desh’ by encouraging domestic travel and highlighting Karnataka’s rich heritage, natural beauty, and adventure experiences. With strong partnerships across government and private stakeholders, such initiatives strengthen regional connectivity and contribute to positioning India as a year-round destination for global travelers.”
The announcement follows the success of the Destination Promotion B2B Roadshows recently held across four Southern cities—Coimbatore (25th Nov), Cochin (26th Nov), Madurai (27th Nov), and Salem (28th Nov). These events witnessed the active participation of 42 stakeholders and drew an overwhelming response from over 500 buyers. The roadshows were made possible with the valued support of India Tourism – Southern Region, Department of Tourism, Government of Karnataka, Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation, Jungle Lodges & Resorts Ltd., and the South India Hotels and Restaurants Association.
Building on this momentum, KTS is preparing a series of forward-looking initiatives including the Explore Bidar & Kalburgi Destination Orientation Programme, the Discover Bidar FAM Tour, a Guide Training Programme at Bidar under the Capacity Building Activity and the Discover Chikmagalur, Standalone B2B Event to highlight coffee country and eco-tourism circuits.
With strong participation from stakeholders and the support of institutional partners, the Central India B2B Roadshow Series is expected to draw significant engagement from tour operators, travel agents, and hoteliers. These efforts reaffirm Karnataka’s role as a leader in innovative, sustainable, and inclusive tourism promotion, while paving the way for future collaborations and destination development.
