Archive · 1 Aug 2025
Turkey Tourism Suffers Amidst India Boycott Following Op Sindoor
Fewer Indian tourists are visiting Turkey.
This is because Turkey supported Pakistan during a recent conflict, leading Indians to call for a boycott.
Tourist numbers dropped significantly in May and June of this year.
Travel companies stopped promoting trips to Turkey, and many travelers canceled their plans.
Turkey's tourism industry, which relies on Indian visitors, is now suffering the consequences.
Indian tourist visits to Turkey sharply decreased in May and June 2025.
A boycott campaign was initiated in India due to Turkey's support for Pakistan during Operation Sindoor.
Turkey reportedly provided Pakistan with UAVs and drone operators during the conflict.
Major travel portals and agencies stopped promoting Turkey packages due to the political climate.
Indian tourists spent between $350 and $550 million in Turkey in 2024.
- Who
- Indian tourists, Turkish tourism industry, and travel agencies.
- What
- A significant decline in Indian tourist visits to Turkey, linked to Turkey's support for Pakistan.
- When
- Decline observed in May and June 2025.
- Where
- Turkey
- Why
- Due to Turkey's support for Pakistan during Operation Sindoor and an ensuing boycott campaign in India.
India
Turkey
Political Stance
India
Condemns Turkey's support for Pakistan, leading to calls for boycotts and reduced travel.
Turkey
Turkey's government position backing Pakistan.
- June 2025 Tourists
- 24,250 Indians
- June 2024 Tourists
- 38,307 Indians
- May 2025 Tourists
- 31,659 Indians
- May 2024 Tourists
- 41,554 Indians
- 2024 Total Tourists
- 330,985 Indians
- 2024 Indian Tourist Spending
- $350-$550 million
- Cancellations and Rescheduling Requests
- 2000+
