39th IATO Annual Convention
The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) is the National body of the tourism industry. It has over 1600 members covering all segments of Tourism Industry. Established in 1982, IATO today has international acceptance, and linkages. It has close connections and constant interaction with other Tourism Associations in US, Nepal and Indonesia, where USTOA , NATO and ASITA are its member bodies;....
The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) is the National body of the tourism industry. It has over 1600 members covering all segments of Tourism Industry. Established in 1982, IATO today has international acceptance, and linkages. It has close connections and constant interaction with other Tourism Associations in US, Nepal and Indonesia, where USTOA , NATO and ASITA are its member bodies; and is increasing its international networking with professional bodies for better facilitation to the International traveler visiting not only India but the entire Region.
IATO member meet every month on the first Saturday, for interaction with each other and with a Guest Speaker, who delves on current issues. The members are updated on the events of the month at this meet.
With the feedback from the Chapters and the Action Committees, unresolved and major issues are focused and discussed at the IATO Annual Convention. All IATO annual conventions are held in different States of India every year. Different States vie for each other to hold this National Industry Convention.
The 39th IATO Annual Convention is going to take place from 30th August to 2nd September 2024 in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
The theme of the convention is “Resurgent India Inbound”
Hon’ble Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh has confirmed to inaugurate the inaugural function on 30th August 2024. Ministry of Tourism, Government of India and many state tourism departments will participate and we expect about 15 states to participate in the convention.
We expect about 900-1000 delegates from all over the country to participate which will include senior officials from the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India and the States, industry leaders, tourism and hospitality professionals, travel trade media. There are 10 post convention tours being organised on various sectors to showcase Madhya Pradesh amongst the tourism stakeholders and later promote in overseas and domestic markets. During the 3 days convention there will be deliberations on burning issues during the business, we will have distinguished experts from all fields.
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Activities
DAY 1 – Friday, 30th August 2024
1000 - 1700 hrs Registration at Taj Lakefront, Bhopal
1000 - 1700 hrs Registration for IATO Run for Responsible Tourism at Taj Lakefront, Bhopal
1300 - 1415 hrs Lunch at Taj Lakefront, Bhopal hosted by IATO. Delegates staying at other hotels will be transferred to Taj Lakefront at 1230 hrs from respective hotel. Lunch will be served till 1415 hours.
1615 - 1645 hrs Delegates start arriving at Taj Lakefront for the Inaugural Function. High Tea and proceed to the convention hall for inaugural function.
1700 - 1900 hrs Inaugural Function
1915 hrs Inauguration of IATO Exhibition/Travel Mart
2000 - 2230 hrs Culture Programme/Evening entertainment. Dinner hosted by the Chief Minister, Govt. of Madhya Pradesh at Taj LakefrontDAY 2 - Saturday, the 31th August, 2024
0955 - 1145 hrs Business Sessions/State Presentations
1145 - 1200 hrs Tea/Coffee Break/Networking/B2B
1200 - 1310 hrs business Sessions/State Presentations
1310 - 1315 hrs Announcement of Door Prizes
1315 - 1430 hrs Lunch hosted by IATO
1430 - 1600 Hrs Business Sessions/State Presentations
1600 - 1615 hrs Tea/Coffee Break/Networking/B2B
1615 - 1730 hrs Business Session/State Presentations
1730 - 1740 hrs Announcement of Door Prizes
1745 hrs Depart for respective Hotels
1930 hours Depart from respective hotels for Taj Lakefront
2000 - 2230 hrs Evening Entertainment. Dinner hosted by IATO at Taj LakefrontDAY 3 - Sunday, the 1st September 2024
0630 - 0800 hrs IATO Run for Responsible Tourism
1000 - 1145 hrs Business Sessions/State Presentations
1145 - 1200 hrs Tea/Coffee Break/ Networking
1200 - 1310 hrs business Sessions/State Presentations
1310 - 1315 hrs Announcement of Door Prizes
1315 - 1430 hrs Lunch hosted by IATO
1430 - 1530 Hrs Valedictory Session
1530 - 1545 hrs Tea/Coffee Break/Networking/B2B
1545 - 1700 hrs Motivational Session
1530 - 1600 hrs Tea Break/Networking/B2B
1600 - 1700 hrs Motivational Session
1700 - 1740 hrs Award Presentation Ceremony
1740 - 1745 hrs Announcement of Door Prizes
1745 hrs Depart for respective hotels
1930 hours Depart from respective hotels for Taj Lakefront
2000 - 2230 hrs Entertainment. Dinner at Taj Lakefront
Day 4 - Monday, the 2nd September 2024
Delegates check out. Post-Convention Tours
Note:
Programme is subject to change due to any force majeure reason.
Door prizes will be announced as mentioned above. However, door prizes will be given to delegates who are physically present in the hall at the time of announcement.
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Organized By
The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO)
Mr. Mahendra Pratap Singh - Chairman
Bhopal
9893042255
mahendra[at]travelindiatourism[dot]com
How to reach
The nearest airport is Raja Bhoj Airport,
which is 16 KMs away.
The nearest convenient railway station is Bhopal,
which is 9 KMs away.
The nearest major city is Bhopal,
which is 9KMs away.
