India’s travel and tourism industry is on a strong growth path, with its economic contribution expected to hit ₹22 trillion in 2025, up from ₹21 trillion in 2024.
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) attributes this rise to booming domestic and international travel.
In 2025, domestic spending is projected to reach ₹16.8 trillion, while international visitor spending may hit ₹3.2 trillion.
By 2035, the WTTC forecasts the sector’s value could nearly double to ₹42 trillion, creating 16 million new jobs. This would take total sector employment to over 64 million, showing its crucial role in India’s economy.
WTTC President and CEO Julia Simpson, speaking in New Delhi, said India’s travel and tourism industry is well-positioned to grow into one of the world’s most dynamic tourism economies.
She pointed to India’s heritage, nature, and innovation as key assets. She also highlighted the role of small and medium-sized enterprises in driving community-level tourism growth.
Simpson noted global travel shifts amid geopolitical issues, adding that international travel to India is breaking records. She called for greater investment in marketing and infrastructure to maintain competitiveness.
At the IATA Annual General Meeting, IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers said India presents a ‘beautiful opportunity’ for aviation.
IndiGo plans to add 10 new international destinations and introduce business class on select routes in 2025.
The airline is also investing ₹1,100 crore in a Bengaluru MRO facility, which will create 750 jobs.
Airbus, recognising India’s value, noted that all its commercial aircraft have components made in India.
IndiGo and Air India remain among Airbus’s top three global customers.
PM Narendra Modi has outlined a plan to expand the number of Indian airports from 157 to 400 by 2047, reinforcing India’s aviation ambitions.
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