Lemon Tree Hotels expands portfolio to 269 properties in FY26
Lemon Tree Hotels Ltd reported 56 new signings and 20 openings in FY2025–26, expanding its portfolio to 269 hotels, including 131 operational properties. The company now operates over 11,000 keys across 80+ destinations. Growth was driven by expansion in tier II and III cities, leisure destinations, and pilgrimage hubs such as Ayodhya and Tirupati, alongside key industrial markets, strengthening its nationwide presence.
The Fern Hotels signs Desert Inn Beacon in Greater Rann of Kutch
The Fern Hotels & Resorts has signed Desert Inn Beacon in the Greater Rann of Kutch, strengthening its Gujarat footprint to 37 properties. The upcoming hotel will feature 35 rooms, an all-day dining restaurant, and event facilities catering to business and social gatherings. With added recreational amenities, the property aims to offer a comfortable and well-rounded stay experience for both leisure and corporate travellers.
Pune Airport adds 15 new slots, introduces new routes from May
Pune Airport will add 15 new flight slots from May, increasing its total capacity to 235 daily movements. The expansion will enable new routes connecting Pune to Tirupati (via Solapur), Mangaluru, and Bagdogra. The move, approved by the Indian Air Force, is expected to enhance regional connectivity, boost tourism, and support trade, with Star Air set to operate services on the Tirupati–Solapur–Pune sector.
British Airways expands India operations with increased summer capacity
British Airways has announced a significant expansion of its India operations for the summer 2026 schedule, increasing frequencies and deploying larger aircraft on key routes. The airline will boost connectivity to major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru, with twice-daily London–Bengaluru flights from June. The move reflects strong demand and a strategic shift towards high-growth markets like India.
#First Opinion
“For India, this evolving global environment presents a strategic opportunity. As a safe, diverse, and year-round destination, India can position itself as a preferred alternative in the global tourism landscape. There is a strong need for enhanced international marketing, improved air connectivity, and simplified visa processes to fully leverage this opportunity. Domestically, such uncertainties typically encourage travellers to explore within the country, leading to growth in regional tourism, short-haul travel, and niche segments such as wellness, spirituality, adventure, and heritage tourism.”
Ravi Gosain, President, IATO
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