Dr Abhay Arvind Bedekar, Additional Managing Director of Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board at SATTE

Dr Abhay Arvind Bedekar, Additional Managing Director of Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board at SATTE Dr. Abhay Arvind Badekar, Additional Managing Director of the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board, at the SATTE 2026 event held at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Madhya Pradesh (MP), often called the “Heart of Incredible India,” is aggressively promoting its diverse tourism portfolio, which includes spiritual, wildlife, adventure, and cultural tourism. The state boasts major attractions like Mahakal Lok in Ujjain, which has become a monumental spiritual magnet drawing a massive influx of tourists, surpassing even the famous Mahakaleshwar Temple in terms of footfall. Wildlife tourism, particularly tiger tourism, remains the biggest draw, with MP holding the highest tiger population in India and being the only Indian state alongside some African countries to have a cheetah population following their reintroduction at Kuno Palpur. The state now has approximately 900 tigers and 34 cheetahs. MP’s tourism strategy also emphasizes the promotion of its 15 UNESCO tentative sites, including three permanent ones, and a rich array of forests, national parks, and wildlife sanctuaries. Adventure activities and cultural festivals such as the Khajuraho Dance Festival are targeted to attract both domestic and international tourists. The state is also developing its infrastructure to promote MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) tourism and destination weddings, recognizing the growing popularity of celebrity and luxury weddings as tourism drivers. Although government efforts towards destination weddings are nascent, there are plans to enhance facilities such as resorts with adequate accommodations and amenities to capture this market. Overall, Madhya Pradesh is positioning itself as a comprehensive tourism hub with spiritual, wildlife, cultural, and event-based attractions to significantly boost tourist numbers in 2026 and beyond. 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more travel insights and destination guides! 🎥 Other Recommended Videos / Playlists https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8lnsQMrJiEetixtqMjk3x_KBL1rECx-M&si=ApOHJW90uvEXdTiF https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8lnsQMrJiEclBq3cl9WKaRq4AmMVArVz&si=hV5dEHG4v4mrfuf3 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8lnsQMrJiEcGMfdtLwx8U8tNCBcyESy6&si=zQC5cM1qPO62ioXs Travel And Tour World is more than a magazine – it’s a global trade communication platform for the travel and hospitality ecosystem. We provide digital publications, industry-specific reports, exposure at travel trade shows, and advertising solutions tailored for businesses in tourism, hospitality, airlines, cruise lines, and MICE sectors. We connect industry professionals with curated content that fosters new opportunities, strategic partnerships, and growth in international markets . Whether for brand visibility, networking, or thought leadership, TTW empowers global stakeholders to shape the evolving travel industry with innovation and collaboration. With this approach, Travel And Tour World continues to foster meaningful connections with the industry leaders contributing to the growth and success of the industry. Subscribe for weekly travel industry insights and exclusive content! #MadhyaPradeshTourism #SATTE2026 #DrAbhayBadekar #IncredibleIndia #MahakalLok #TigerTourism #CheetahState #WildlifeTourism #KhajurahoDanceFestival #DestinationWeddings #UNESCOHeritage #AdventureTourism #IndiaTravel #UjjainTourism #CulturalTourism 🔗 Website Link Visit us: https://www.travelandtourworld.com/ Connect With Us: 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttwemagazine 💼 LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/travel-and-tour-world 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelandtourworld 🎬 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TravelAndTourWorld