Chandi Prasad PATTNAIK
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Feb 22
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2 min read
Expanding Odisha’s Tourism Ecosystem
Updated: 5 days ago
A Travel Trade Perspective - EKTTA Framework
Odisha’s tourism growth requires a multi-segment development approach that integrates domestic, inbound, outbound, corporate, and experiential tourism within a structured ecosystem. Strengthening the travel trade’s professional capacity and collaborative framework is essential for sustainable expansion. EKTTA proposes the following strategic focus areas:
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Domestic Tourism Development
Strengthening Intra-State & Inter-State Circulation
Policy Focus Areas:
- Development of thematic tourism circuits
- Improved connectivity between tourism clusters
- Integrated marketing with other Indian states
- Promotion of year-round tourism calendar
Travel Trade Role:
- Structured packaging of circuits
- Regional B2B partnerships
- Digital marketing of local destinations
Expected Outcomes:
- Increased domestic footfall
- Balanced regional tourism distribution
- Enhanced local employment generation
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Inbound Tourism Promotion
Positioning Odisha as a Global Cultural Destination
- Targeted international market strategy
- Strengthening destination branding
- Infrastructure support in key tourism zones
- Streamlined regulatory & compliance processes
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Outbound Market Strengthening
Enhancing Global Business Integration
- Skill enhancement in global ticketing & compliance
- Encouragement of international tourism partnerships
- Training on global distribution systems (GDS)
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Corporate & MICE Development
Leveraging Industrial & Business Growth
- Promotion of Odisha as a MICE destination
- Infrastructure development for conferences
- Corporate travel facilitation policies
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Experiential & Sustainable Tourism
Promoting Responsible & Community-Based Tourism
- Sustainable tourism guidelines
- Tribal & rural tourism empowerment
- Eco-sensitive destination development
- Community participation frameworks
Cross-Sectoral Recommendations
- Continuous skill development & professional training
- Stronger government-industry dialogue platforms
- Digital transformation of travel services
- Youth integration in tourism entrepreneurship
- Structured industry representation mechanisms
Conclusion
Tourism growth in Odisha must move beyond isolated promotion efforts toward an integrated ecosystem approach. Strengthening the travel trade’s professional capacity, market access, and collaborative engagement will play a pivotal role in unlocking sustainable economic and social benefits.
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