India Travel Awards North 2023 turned out to be a remarkable success, honouring trailblazing contributors to Indian tourism.
The India Travel Awards North 2023, hosted at the Hyatt Regency Delhi on 25 July, marked an extraordinary success, bringing together the foremost professionals from the travel and hospitality sectors to honour outstanding leaders and achievers.
SanJeet, Founder, DDP Group, conveyed his joy, affirming, “Tonight’s award recipients embody the spirit of excellence, creativity and resilience. They have elevated India’s status as a global tourism destination and showcased the true essence of Indian hospitality. From creating unforgettable experiences for travellers to empowering the workforce, these trailblazers have left no stone unturned in their pursuit of excellence.”
The award selection kicked off with an online nomination phase that garnered enthusiastic engagement from various segments. The nomination form prompted participants to reflect on their unique attributes, leading to over 203 distinct nomination categories, showcasing the vibrant and ever-changing landscape of the Indian tourism sector.
Voting was conducted with the utmost care to ensure transparency and avoid any duplication, giving rise to a fair and unbiased selection process. After the completion of online voting, a distinguished jury, renowned for their expertise in the domain, diligently assessed and chose the most deserving individuals and organizations as award winners.
The event commenced with a keynote address by the Chief Guest, V K Duggal, former Governor of Manipur and Mizoram. He urged the hospitality industry to focus on providing competitive pricing, seamless travel experiences and sustainable practices to attract and retain international tourists, further elevating India’s position as a preferred global destination.
The India Travel Awards North 2023 recognised several accomplished names in the industry, including the following noteworthy honorees:
- Gallery of Legends inductee: Ashwani Lohani, ex-Indian Railway Service officer
- DDP Trailblazer for 2023: Rajiv Mehra, President, Indian Association of Tour Operators
- Wedding Tourism Ambassador 2023: Rajeev Jain, Founder and Director, Rashi Entertainment
- DDP Game Changer for 2023: Rikant Pittie, Co-Founder, EaseMyTrip
- Face of the Future: Isha Goyal, Executive Director & CEO, STIC Travel Group
“V K Duggal, Chief Guest, urged the hospitality industry to focus on providing competitive pricing, seamless travel experiences and sustainable practices”
