By The vibrant city of Jaipur will host the 5th edition of the Rajasthan Domestic Travel Mart (RDTM) from September 12 to 14, 2025, at the B.M. Birla Auditorium. The announcement was made following the successful Stakeholders’ Meet, jointly organized by the Federation of Hospitality and Tourism of Rajasthan (FHTR) and the Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan, at ITC Rajputana, Jaipur.
The meet brought together leading figures from the tourism and hospitality industry. Chief Guest Mr. Rajesh Yadav, Principal Secretary, Department of Tourism, Rajasthan, and Mrs. Rukmani Riar, Commissioner, Department of Tourism, graced the event. Also present were Mr. Apoorv Kumar, Former President, FHTR; Mr. Kuldeep Singh Chandela, President, FHTR; Mr. Surendra S. Shahpura, Senior Vice President, FHTR; and CA Virendra S. Shekhawat, Honorary Secretary, FHTR.
In his keynote, Mr. Yadav highlighted Rajasthan’s growing prominence in tourism, ranking fifth among domestic and international tourist destinations with a 7–8% share in both segments. He stressed the importance of promoting rural tourism and encouraging youth involvement to further strengthen the sector.
Addressing the gathering, Mrs. Riar pointed out that between 2019 and 2025, Rajasthan’s tourism sector witnessed a 20% rise in its contribution to India’s GDP, while operational expenditure reduced by 9%. She credited FHTR’s active role in national and international tourism programs, adding that RDTM must now position itself effectively on the global stage.
FHTR leaders echoed the government’s commitment. Mr. Chandela called for establishing tourism research institutes to equip students and professionals with deeper knowledge, while expressing gratitude to the state for supporting international promotions. Mr. Shekhawat reiterated FHTR’s role as Rajasthan’s apex tourism body, working simultaneously on advocacy and product promotion.
The upcoming edition of RDTM is being supported by several prestigious industry associations, including the Indian Heritage Hotels Association (IHHA), Hotels and Restaurants Association of Rajasthan (HRAR), 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), and the Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI).
In its last edition, RDTM facilitated over 7,000 B2B meetings between 240 national buyers and 280 Rajasthan-based sellers, generating influential leads for hospitality businesses, curated experiences, and destination weddings.
With expectations of larger participation this year, RDTM 2025 is poised to reinforce Rajasthan’s position as a premier tourism hub under the theme “Explore, Discover, Experience & Meet in Rajasthan.”
