India, Oct. 1 -- Odisha is positioning itself as a major tourism destination in India, with a focus on expanding business opportunities, promoting local communities and showcasing the state's cultural and natural heritage globally, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida said on Thursday.

Parida announced the seventh edition of the Odisha Travel Bazaar (OTB) 2026, scheduled to be held from October 3 to 5 at Mayfair Sanctuary in Bhubaneswar. The announcement was made at a pre-event press conference at Mayfair Lagoon.South Asians & Diaspora

Organised by the Odisha Tourism Department in partnership with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), the three-day B2B tourism marketplace will bring together more than 200 ...