A significant milestone for the travel and tourism industry was achieved today as the Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) and the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaboratively promote and strengthen tourism across Maharashtra.
The MoU was signed in the presence of senior officials from both organizations.
Representing MTDC:
Shri. Neelesh R. Gatne, IAS, Managing Director
Shri. Chandrashekhar Jaiswal, General Manager
Smt. Manasi Kothare, Head – Business Development & Tourism Initiatives
Representing TAFI:
Shri. Abbas Moiz, President,
Shri. Jitul Mehta, National Joint Secretary-
Shri. Arun Iyer, Secretary , Western India
This strategic collaboration aims to promote Maharashtra as a preferred tourism destination through joint marketing initiatives, travel trade engagement, destination promotions, FAM trips, capacity building, and innovative tourism campaigns.
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to enhancing visitor experiences, increasing tourist arrivals, supporting local tourism stakeholders, and showcasing Maharashtra’s rich heritage, culture, wildlife, spiritual circuits, beaches, and emerging tourism products to domestic and international travellers.
The signing of this MoU marks the beginning of a long-term partnership that will contribute significantly to the growth and sustainability of Maharashtra’s tourism sector.
Together, TAFI and MTDC look forward to creating new opportunities, stronger industry partnerships, and positioning Maharashtra as one of India’s leading tourism destinations.
Agents can now Register and book MTDC resorts online add additional revenue. MIDC will conduct training to TAFI agents by End August 2026.
