The 40th IATO Annual Convention will be held in Puri, Odisha, from August 20-25, 2025, with Swosti Premium Beach Resort as the main venue. Hosted by Odisha, the event will welcome 900-1,000 delegates, including tourism officials, industry leaders, and media. Business sessions, networking events, and the IATO Run for Responsible Tourism are planned, alongside evening entertainment and a Karaoke Competition. The Indian Tourism Fair (Aug 23-24) will foster industry collaboration, showcasing Odisha’s tourism potential to domestic and international markets.