India has been ranked 31st in the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Travel & Tourism Development Index (TTDI) 2026, climbing nine places from 39th in 2024. Prepared with Zurich Insurance Group, the 2026 index assessed 110 economies. Japan topped the list, followed by the United States, Spain, Australia and France. India's rise was attributed to cost-competitive travel, cultural resources, tourism infrastructure and business travel facilities. The index measures conditions that support sustainable and resilient tourism development rather than simply counting tourist arrivals or spending.