Uzbekistan Tourismhttps://travellinkslive.com/khiva-uzbekistan-jewel-of-the-desert/ Strengthens India Outreach with Successful Roadshows in Hyderabad and Chennai
Reinforcing its strategic focus on India’s rapidly expanding outbound travel market, the Tourism Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in India, successfully concluded two high-impact, back-to-back roadshows in Hyderabad and Chennai recently. The
initiatives form part of Uzbekistan’s sustained efforts to deepen engagement with the Indian
travel trade and position itself as a preferred destination for Indian travellers.
The roadshows witnessed strong participation, with over 70 leading travel agents and tour
operators attending the events across both cities. Designed as focused B2B platforms, the
engagements aimed to strengthen trade partnerships, enhance destination awareness, and
unlock new opportunities in one of the world’s fastest-growing outbound travel markets,
which currently records around 33 million annual departures.
The events were held soon after Uzbekistan’s prominent participation in India’s two largest
travel trade exhibitions, OTM in Mumbai and SATTE in Delhi, both held in February 2026.
This continued presence underscores Uzbekistan’s long-term commitment to the Indian
market and its intent to build sustained momentum through consistent trade engagement.
His Excellency Sardor Mirzayusupovich Rustambaev, Ambassador of the Republic of
Uzbekistan to India, attended and addressed both roadshows. In his remarks, he highlighted
Uzbekistan’s rich cultural heritage, Silk Road legacy, and diverse tourism offerings, while
also emphasizing the centuries-old historical and cultural ties between India and Uzbekistan.
“India represents a key strategic market for Uzbekistan’s tourism growth. Through these
roadshows, we aim not only to strengthen partnerships with the Indian travel trade but also to
showcase Uzbekistan as a destination that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and
modern experiences. We warmly invite Indian travellers to explore Uzbekistan and be part of
this shared cultural journey,” said Ambassador Rustambaev.
The sessions highlighted Uzbekistan’s key tourism offerings, including its UNESCO-listed
heritage cities, vibrant cultural experiences, architectural landmarks, and growing appeal for
leisure, group travel, and MICE segments.
A key highlight of the roadshows was the participation of Uzbekistan Airways as the partner
airline. The national carrier showcased its expanding connectivity with India, reinforcing ease
of access for Indian travellers. Importantly, Uzbekistan Airways has recently entered into a
codeshare agreement with Air India, strengthening its growing network between India and
Uzbekistan routes, including Delhi-Tashkent, Mumbai-Tashkent, Goa-Tashkent (seasonal
route). Uzbekistan has also recently launched direct flight between New Delhi and
Namangan, offering direct access to the culturally rich and economically important Fargana
Valley. The national carrier also sponsored two ‘lucky draw’ winners each during the
roadshows in Hyderabad and Chennai with flight tickets to Uzbekistan.
The partnership also provides Air India guests seamless access to Tashkent from major Indian
gateways, including the Southern Indian cities of Hyderabad and Chennai, with convenient
onward domestic and international connections on Air India’s extensive route network on a
single ticket and baggage checked through to their final destination. Notably, Air India and
Uzbekistan Airways also maintain an interline partnership which further provides onward
connections from Tashkent to Bukhara, Qarshi, Nukus, Urgench, Termez, Samarkand,
Fergana, and Namangan.
The roadshows also encouraged Indian travel trade partners to collaborate closely with
Uzbekistan Tourism and leverage the enhanced connectivity and diverse product offerings to
promote the destination among their clientele.
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