Regional Analysis
India Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions Market Regional Insights
North Region:
- Delhi-NCR remained a key player in the MICE sector, with its world-class convention centers and proximity to the government and corporate hubs.
- Cities like Gurgaon and Noida saw a surge in corporate meetings and exhibitions.
- Agra, with its proximity to the Taj Mahal, attracted incentive travel and high-end corporate events.
East Region:
- Kolkata continued to host a range of conferences and cultural events, with the Science City Convention Center being a prominent venue.
- Bhubaneswar in Odisha emerged as an emerging MICE destination due to its developing infrastructure and connectivity.
West Region:
- Mumbai retained its status as the financial capital, hosting a significant number of corporate meetings, conferences, and trade shows.
- Pune, with its growing IT and manufacturing sectors, witnessed an increase in business events.
- Gujarat, particularly Ahmedabad, benefited from its thriving business environment, attracting conferences and exhibitions.
South Region:
- Bengaluru continued to lead the way as a technology-driven MICE destination.
- Chennai maintained its position as an industrial and commercial hub, hosting trade fairs and conventions.
- Hyderabad's IT prowess resulted in a rise in tech-related events.
- Kerala, with Kochi and Trivandrum, became known for eco-friendly and sustainable conferences.
North East Region:
- The North East region, including states like Assam, Meghalaya, and Sikkim, witnessed a gradual increase in MICE activities.
- Destinations like Guwahati and Shillong initiated hosting smaller corporate meetings and regional conferences.
- India: North Region, East Region, West Region, South Region, North East Region