RDTM 2025: A Golden Chapter for Tourism Business in Rajasthan

The 5th Rajasthan Domestic Travel Mart (RDTM), jointly organized by the Federation of Hospitality & Tourism of Rajasthan (FHTR) and the Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan, commenced with grandeur at the City Palace, Jaipur. he Rajasthan Domestic Travel Mart (RDTM) 2025, organized jointly by the Federation of Hospitality and Tourism of Rajasthan (FHTR) and the Rajasthan Tourism Department, kicked off with great fanfare on Friday. The first day of this significant three-day event served as a living example of the confluence of Rajasthan’s tradition and modernity. The inaugural session, held at the City Palace, Jaipur, was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari, Principal Secretary of the Rajasthan Tourism Department, Mr. Rajesh Yadav, Commissioner of the Rajasthan Tourism Department, Ms. Rukmini Riyar, FHTR President, Mr. Kuldeep Singh Chandela, FHTR General Secretary, CA Virendra S. Shekhawat, and Senior Vice President, Mr. Surendra S. Shahpura and other dignitaries were present.

✨ On this occasion, stalwarts of the tourism sector were honored:
🏅 Lifetime Achievement Award – Mr. Ajit Kumar Bansal
🏅 Enduring Impact on Tourism & Administration Award – IAS Mr. Niranjan Kumar Arya
🏅 Woman Empowerment in Hospitality & Tourism Award – IAS Mrs. Gayatri Rathore
🏅 Legacy of Heritage & Tourism Award – Samod Hotels (Rawal Raghuvendra Singh & Rawal Yaduvendra Singh Samode)
🏅 Hall of Fame Award – Mr. Rajiv Mehra
🏅 Outstanding Journalism – Wildlife & Tourism Award – Mr. Nirmal Tiwari

The event honored distinguished contributors to tourism and hospitality, while setting the stage for transformative opportunities through B2B meetings and an expo on September 13–14 at B.M. Birla Convention Center. With record participation this year, RDTM 2025 marks a significant step toward strengthening Rajasthan’s global identity as a hub of tradition, innovation, and sustainable tourism.