The "MPT Influencer Meet" was held to showcase the beautiful and lesser-known places in Madhya Pradesh and to encourage tourism through social media. Influencers from different states, including Madhya Pradesh, took part in the event.
Sheo Shekhar Shukla, the Additional Chief Secretary for Tourism, emphasized that tourism in Madhya Pradesh is being developed with care for the environment. He encouraged content creators to highlight the region's beauty and added that tourism helps the economy and creates jobs. He urged influencers to travel passionately and promote these destinations creatively.
Ms Bidisha Mukherjee, the Additional Managing Director of the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board, highlighted the unique mix of culture, heritage, and nature in the state. She said traditional crafts from places like Chanderi and Maheshwar are attracting attention from fashion worldwide. She said influencers are important ambassadors for Madhya Pradesh.
Actor Ashok Pathak found spiritual peace at Baba Mahakal
Actor Ashok Pathak shared his love for Madhya Pradesh, especially Bhopal and Sehore, after filming the Panchayat series. He spoke about the friendly people and the spiritual peace he found at Baba Mahakal in Ujjain, expressing his desire to return.
Swati recalled her visit to Chanderi
Influencers shared their thoughts during a panel discussion. Ms Swati Mukund praised Madhya Pradesh's beauty and unique traditional clothing. She recalled her visit to Chanderi in 2023, where she saw local garments being made. She said the the visitors had increased in the area, commending the efforts of the MP Tourism Department.
Seeing cheetah felt like a dream come true: Ayush
Wildlife photographer Ayush Singh expressed his love for nature and the chance to see wildlife up close in Madhya Pradesh. He shared his excitement about seeing a cheetah for the first time, which felt like a dream come true.
The event included fun games, like a "Caption This" quiz with prizes, and announced a Narmada Parikrama Reel and Photography Contest. Participants received mementos from the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board and enjoyed a virtual reality experience at the "Aankhon Dekha" center.