OTM 2026, Asia's leading travel trade show, commenced today at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, marking a pivotal moment for India's burgeoning role in the global tourism industry. The event, recognised by NielsenIQ as the Leading Travel Trade Show in India and Asia for two consecutive years, features over 2,200 exhibitors from more than 60 countries, including 45 National Tourism Organisations. The three-day event is expected to attract over 50,000 travel trade visitors and 1,000 top industry professionals.
The exhibition highlights India's strategic importance as an outbound travel market, driven by rising disposable incomes and expanding international connectivity. "OTM was created to reflect the reality of global travel today, where India is no longer an emerging opportunity but one of the most sought-after and strategic travel markets globally," said Sanjiv Agarwal, Chairman and CEO of Fairfest Media.
Key features of OTM 2026 include a robust exhibitor showcase, high-quality buyer access, and structured business engagements with over 50,000 pre-scheduled B2B meetings. The event also hosts the OTM Forum, bringing together policymakers and industry leaders to discuss outbound travel growth and destination competitiveness.
As the Partner Airline, Malaysia Airlines underscores the critical role of aviation in supporting India's expanding global travel footprint. The event continues to serve as a platform for global destinations to engage with India, reflecting the country's central role in the global destination strategy
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