ITB Berlin 2023, India wins Golden City Gate Awards

ITB, Berlin 2023: It is an international event to promote travel and tourism sector in the World. ITB, Berlin 2023 is also important for UPSC Prelims 2023 and UPSC Mains Exam (Indian Economy- Boosting tourism sector for economic development and growth of the country).

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The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, has bagged  Golden & Silver Star at The International ‘Golden City Gate Tourism Awards 2023’ in ‘TV/Cinema Commercials International and Country International’ Category at ITB, Berlin 2023.

India at ITB, Berlin 2023

The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India under its “Incredible India” brand line is participating in ITB, Berlin 2023.

• The India Pavilion was inaugurated by Mr. Arvind Singh, Secretary of Tourism, Government of India, on 7th March,2023 with a traditional ceremony, dances and distribution of sweets.
• At ITB, Berlin, Tourism Ministry is showcasing India’s rich & diversified tourism potential and providing a platform to the tourism stakeholders ,to showcase the various tourism destinations and products including niche products.
• It also aims to promote India as a ‘Must See, Must Visit’ destination.

Incredible India Pavilion at ITB Berlin 2023

Around 60 Participants from India are present in the India Pavilion, including travel agents, tour operators, airlines, hotels, the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology, and Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation, showcasing the diverse tourism products and services.

• The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India is participating in ITB 2023 from 7-9 March 2023 by taking a space of 710 Square meters.
• During its participation the Ministry of Tourism would have B2B meetings with Tour Operators, Travel Agents and various other stakeholders .
• Incredible India pavilion at ITB will have focus on showcasing varied tourism products of India including culture, heritage, adventure, rural tourism and niche tourism products such as cuisine, wellness, yoga, wildlife, and luxury etc.

What is ITB?

The ITB is a prestigious platform and is among the top international travel shows, where travel professionals come together to connect and showcase destinations and tourism products. The Ministry of Tourism through the integrated marketing and promotional strategy, and a synergized campaign in association with the Travel Trade, State Governments and Indian Missions promotes India at the International Markets.

Golden City Gate Tourism Multi-media Awards 2023

The Golden City Gate Tourism Multi-media Awards are given annually at ITB events in various categories related to the Tourism and Hospitality sectors.

• The ‘Golden City Gate’ is a creative multi-media international competition for countries, cities, regions and hotels.
• The entries received for the Golden City Gate awards are judged by an international jury comprising film and tourism experts.
• The annual Golden City Gate award ceremony takes place at ITB Berlin, the world’s leading tourism trade show.

ITB Berlin 2023 FAQs

1. What is ITB Berlin?

Ans. The ITB is a prestigious platform and is among the top international travel shows, where travel professionals come together to connect and showcase destinations and tourism products.

2. Who won the Golden City Gate award at ITB Berlin 2023?

Ans. The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, has bagged  Golden & Silver Star at The International ‘Golden City Gate Tourism Awards 2023’ in ‘TV/Cinema Commercials International and Country International’ Category at ITB, Berlin 2023.

3. What is Golden City Gate awards?

Ans. The Golden City Gate Tourism Multi-media Awards are given annually at ITB events in various categories related to the Tourism and Hospitality sectors.

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