Malaysia Tourism Launches Mission to Strengthen Ties with Southern India in 2025-26
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Bengaluru: There has been a 37% jump in Indian tourists visiting different destinations in Malaysia in the last five years, said Malaysia Tourism director (international promotion — Asia and Africa) Nuwal Fadhilah Ku Azmi. In 2024, 1.1 million Indians visited Malaysia.
After China, India is the second country with the highest number of visitors to Malaysia, said Azmi in a press conference here Wednesday. Bengaluru alone now offers seven flights a week to Langkawi and Kuala Lumpur.
“By the end of this year, the goal is to have 1.5 million travellers from India. Malaysia govt’s visa-free policy has opened up more avenues for tourism. Currently, it receives 260 flights from India every week. Recently, there were additions of seven direct flights from Bengaluru to Langkawi and Kuala Lumpur,” she said.
Hishamuddin Mustafa, director of tourism, Malaysia-Chennai, emphasised the importance of South Indian cities, stating, “The cities of Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Kochi are vital markets for us, and the ease of access through 84 weekly flights and 12,395 seats per week makes Malaysia an attractive destination for travellers seeking a diverse range of experiences.”
He added, “Whether it’s for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE), a dream wedding or a family vacation, Malaysia has something for everyone. We are excited to showcase all the new destinations, cultural experiences and world-class venues it has to offer.”