Cruise and Visa Updates E-Group Visas
The Indian government has authorised electronic group visit visas that have QR codes to ease immigration procedures for foreign cruise visitors.
Cruise Targets: This supports the Cruise Bharat Mission, which was launched to double local cruise traffic by 2029.
Statue of Unity: A new luxury cruise with 600 seats has been launched on Gujarat’s Narmada River.
Domestic Tourism and Regional Initiatives
MakeMyTrip Partnership: MakeMyTrip collaborated with the Ministry of Tourism to launch more than 350 guided tours in over 60 Indian cities. Lakshadweep Charters:
Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel unveiled new charter flights linking Bengaluru with Agatti, enhancing end-of-year access to Lakshadweep.
Tripura Metaverse: Tripura introduced India’s first tourism metaverse experience, using 3D displays to increase visitor interaction.
