Pushkar Meet of the fifth edition of Rajasthan Domestic Travel Mart (RDTM) 2025 concluded
RDTM 2025 to be held in Jaipur from 12 to 14 September
Ajmer, July 25, 2025: The fifth stakeholder meet of Rajasthan Domestic Travel Mart (RDTM) 2025, organized under the joint aegis of Federation of Hospitality and Tourism of Rajasthan (FHTR) and Rajasthan Tourism Department, was successfully organized in Pushkar, Ajmer. In this important meeting, key stakeholders related to tourism, policy makers and industry representatives came together to discuss the outline of the upcoming mart and its wide possibilities. The event was graced by the presence of Shri Shakti Singh Rathore, IAS, Divisional Commissioner, Ajmer, Shri Lokbandhu, IAS, Collector, Ajmer, Shri Ajay Sharma, Joint Director, Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan, Shri Surendra S Shahpura, Senior Vice President, FHTR, Shri Rajendra Singh Pachar, Vice President, FHTR, Shri Mahendra Singh Rathore, President, RATO & Executive Member FHTR, Shri Mohan Singh Mertia, Secretary RATO & Founding Member FHTR, CA Virendra S Shekhawat, General Secretary, FHTR, Shri Dhananjay Singh Pachar, FHTR Regional President, Pushkar and other dignitaries.
With this year’s theme ‘Explore, Discover, Experience and Meet in Rajasthan’, the event aims to bring together hotels, resorts, travel agents, wedding planners and local entrepreneurs on one platform to showcase Rajasthan’s tourism heritage, cultural diversity and unique experiences in an organised manner. Earlier, the meet was organized in Udaipur and Kumbhalgarh in May.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Shakti Singh Rathore, Divisional Commissioner, Ajmer said, “Organizing the RDTM Stakeholder Meet in a historical and cultural city like Pushkar is a strong step towards taking local tourism to new heights. This initiative will not only attract domestic travelers but also boost the regional economy. Rajasthan Government is looking at tourism not only as a recreational destination but also as an opportunity for employment and development.”
Sharing his views at the event, Shri Lokbandhu, Collector, Ajmer said, “Events like RDTM directly benefit the local community. It is a golden opportunity to showcase the culture, handicrafts, cuisine and hospitality of our cities, towns and rural areas to the rest of the country. The Pushkar Meet has further strengthened the spirit of participation.”
Mr. Ajay Sharma, Joint Director, Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan said, “The Rajasthan Tourism Department wholeheartedly supports such events as they help in practically implementing the state’s tourism policy. Promoting domestic tourism will also draw the attention of travelers to lesser-known places, thereby laying the foundation for inclusive growth.”
Speaking about the event, Mr. Surendra S Shahpura, Senior Vice President, FHTR said, “Our main objective is to provide a platform to the tourism entrepreneurs of the state where they can reach their experiences, services and products to the right buyers. RDTM has become a platform where new possibilities of dialogue, collaboration and business are born. Pushkar Meet has played an important role in this direction.”
Rajasthan Domestic Travel Mart 2025: A joint effort of leading organizations of the tourism sector
Rajasthan Domestic Travel Mart (RDTM) 2025 is being organized in collaboration with reputed organizations of the hospitality and tourism sector. These include: Hotels & Restaurants Association of Rajasthan (HRAR), Indian Heritage Hotels Association (IHHA), Rajasthan Association of Tour Operators (RATO), Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO), Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India (ADTOI), Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), Global Association of Events & Hospitality Professionals, and Travel Agents Association of India (TIE). All these organizations are playing a key role in the successful conduct of RDTM.
Significance of RDTM
The last edition of RDTM was attended by over 240 national buyers and 280 Rajasthan-based sellers. Over 7,000 B2B meetings were conducted, generating an impressive number of leads for hotel bookings, curated experiences, and destination weddings. The platform has clearly proven its effectiveness in boosting the state’s tourism business.
Join this initiative
The fifth edition of RDTM will be held from 12th to 14th September 2025 in Jaipur. More participation and business opportunities are expected this year. Stakeholders who wish to present their services and products, connect with leading buyers and be a part of Rajasthan’s tourism development journey can register on FHTR website https://fhtr.in.
Let us together realize the resolve of ‘Explore, Discover, Experience and Meet in Rajasthan’ and establish Rajasthan as a leading tourist destination not only in India but globally.