RX India Unveils WTM Spotlight India, Paving the Way for Debut in 2027
RX India officially unveiled WTM Spotlight India at an exclusive Leadership Gala held at The Oberoi, New Delhi, marking a significant step towards the inaugural edition of the global travel trade event, scheduled from 2–4 March 2027 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi.
The event brought together senior government officials, travel industry leaders, hospitality partners, international travel brands, associations, buyers, and media representatives, highlighting India's growing importance in the global tourism landscape.
The evening's Guest of Honour, Shri Suman Billa, IAS, Additional Secretary and Director General of Tourism, Government of India, emphasized that India's travel and tourism sector is entering a transformative phase driven by strong growth in both inbound and outbound travel. He noted that platforms such as WTM Spotlight India will play a vital role in strengthening international partnerships, attracting investment, and further enhancing India's position on the global tourism map.
WTM Spotlight India is the latest addition to RX's internationally acclaimed World Travel Market (WTM) portfolio and is designed to connect global travel suppliers with India's rapidly expanding travel market. The platform aims to facilitate high-value business meetings, destination promotion, and long-term collaborations across the tourism ecosystem.
Addressing the gathering, Umang Gupta, Country Head, RX India, said that India has become one of the world's most dynamic travel markets, driven by rising disposable incomes, evolving traveller preferences, improved connectivity, and strong government support. He highlighted that WTM Spotlight India will serve as more than just an exhibition—it will be a strategic business platform connecting international destinations, tourism boards, travel brands, and Indian buyers under one roof.
The gala was attended by several prominent industry personalities, including Anil Parasher, President & CEO, InterGlobe Technology Quotient; Sandeep Marwah, Chancellor of AAFT; Hemant Mehendiratta, Managing Director, One Rep Global; Isha Goyal, ED & CEO, SITC Travels; and Kanwar Deep Singh, Founder & President, Travel Bullz.
With preparations now underway for its 2027 debut, RX India will continue engaging with tourism boards, travel brands, destinations, and industry stakeholders to establish WTM Spotlight India as a premier global business platform that supports the next phase of India's tourism growth and international travel partnerships.
