Malaysia opens its doors wider for Indian tourists; Appeals to visit Langkawi, Penang, and Sarawak along with Kuala Lumpur
'Visit Malaysia 2026' extended until 2027; Grand 'Sales Mission' in Mumbai to attract Indian tourists Mumbai, Aug 17, 2026: Recognizing the growing importance of the Indian market in the international tourism sector, 'Tourism Malaysia' has accelerated its expansion to attract Indian tourists. The duration of the 'Visit Malaysia 2026' campaign has now been extended to 2027. Under this initiative, a grand 'Sales Mission Series 2' has been organized across major Indian cities—Chennai, Mumbai, and New Delhi—between August 12 and August 20, 2026. Through this campaign, the goal is to encourage Indian tourists to explore Malaysia's scenic, historical, and cultural destinations beyond just the traditional Kuala Lumpur and Genting Highlands. Led by Mr. Mohd Amirul Rizal Abdul Rahim, Director General of Tourism Malaysia, and organized in collaboration with 'Batik Air', this trade initiative sees participation from 47 Malaysian tourism stakehol...