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Bengaluru witnessed record-breaking tourism growth following the IPL 2026 season opener, with a sharp rise in flight bookings and hotel occupancy across the city. Cricket fans traveled from across India to attend the match, boosting demand across hospitality, transport, and retail sectors. The surge highlights how major sporting events like the IPL are becoming powerful drivers of short-term tourism and economic activity in host cities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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