Shaping Ideas. Building Partnerships. Strengthening Tourism.

The EKTTA Centre for Tourism Policy & Government Affairs is an institutional initiative of EKTTA established to promote research, dialogue, and constructive engagement for the sustainable growth of Odisha's travel and tourism sector. The Centre serves as a platform where industry experience, policy insights, and stakeholder collaboration come together to support the development of a stronger tourism ecosystem.

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Our Vision

To establish EKTTA as a trusted knowledge partner and the collective voice of Odisha's travel trade by fostering evidence-based policy dialogue, responsible tourism, and meaningful collaboration between Government and industry.

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Our Mission

• Encourage research and policy discussions on tourism.

• Identify opportunities and challenges affecting the travel trade.

• Promote constructive engagement with Government and industry stakeholders.

• Support responsible, sustainable, and inclusive tourism.

• Strengthen Odisha's position as a leading tourism destination.

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Our Guiding Philosophy

Strong tourism policies are built through research, dialogue, collaboration, and shared responsibility.

We believe that sustainable tourism development requires not only Government support but also proactive participation from industry stakeholders.

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Areas of Focus

The Centre will work towards meaningful discussions and recommendations in areas such as:

• Tourism Policy & Governance

• Government Relations

• Aviation & Connectivity

• Destination Development

• Responsible & Sustainable Tourism

• Travel Advisory & Safety

• Tourism Infrastructure

• Skill Development

• Ease of Doing Business

• Digital Tourism

• Domestic & Inbound Tourism

• MICE Tourism

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How We Work

The Centre encourages collaborative engagement through:

• Research & Industry Studies

• Stakeholder Consultations

• Policy Papers & Recommendations

• Roundtable Discussions

• Knowledge Sharing

• Industry Surveys

• Government Engagement

• Best Practice Documentation

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Our Commitment

The Centre is committed to promoting a tourism ecosystem that is:

• Research-driven

• Collaborative

• Transparent

• Solution-oriented

• Inclusive

• Responsible

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A Shared Responsibility

Tourism grows stronger when Government, industry, local communities, and travellers work together.

Through this Centre, EKTTA seeks to contribute ideas, encourage dialogue, and support initiatives that create long-term value for Odisha's tourism sector.

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Our Motto

Research • Represent • Reform