Air India appoints SIA Engineering Company (SIAEC)`
Air India will work closely with SIAEC on the planning, construction, development and operationalization of Air India’s Base Maintenance facilities in Bengaluru. Projected to be ready in 2026, the facilities will comprise both widebody and narrowbody hangars, including associated repair shops, to support the growing Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) needs of the aircraft fleet in Air India Group.
Bharat Gaurav Special Tourist Train to start from New Jalpaiguri
The Bharat Gaurav Special Tourist Train will start from New Jalpaiguri (NJP) railway station on May 18. The journey spans 8 nights and nine days, covering key destinations including Vaishno Devi, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Mathura, Vrindavan and Ayodhya. The cost of the package will be INR29,500 for AC class and INR17,900 per person for economy/sleeper class. Bharat Gaurav is the first such tourism special train and is in line with ‘Ek Bharat, Shrestha Bharat.’
Merlin Entertainments and Air India sign MoU
Air India and Merlin Entertainments have entered a global partnership for Air India’s Flying Returns (FR) loyalty programme. Effective 08 May 2024, Flying Returns members will earn Reward Points when they buy tickets to Merlin Entertainments’ Madame Tussauds across nine locations around the world.
Goa pavilion reinforces Regenerative Tourism initiatives at ATM Dubai
The inauguration of the Goa pavilion at ATM Dubai was done by Indian Ambassador to UAE Shri. Sanjay Sudhir, alongside Suneel Anchipaka, IAS, Director Tourism & Managing Director GTDC, Shawn Mendes, OSD to Tourism Minister and Chitra Vengurlekar, Assistant Tourist Officer, Goa Tourism. The Goa Pavilion captivated visitors with its promotions for sustainable tourism practices.
#FirstOpinion
“The fiscal year 2023-24 has been a testament to ITDC’s resilience and commitment to excellence. Our record-breaking financial performance underscores our dedication to delivering unparalleled value to our customers and other stakeholders. Across all major business verticals, ITDC has witnessed robust growth, demonstrating its unwavering dedication to providing world-class hospitality and tourism experiences. This success is a testament to ITDC’s customer-centric approach and unwavering focus on quality and innovation. By consistently delivering superior quality, service, and amenities, ITDC has solidified its position as the preferred choice among travellers and business professionals alike.”
M.R. Synrem IAS,
Joint Secretary – Ministry of Tourism, Government of India and Managing Director, ITDC
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