Riaz Munshi, Managing Director, N. Chirag
At N. Chirag, our vision for 2026 builds naturally on the trust and legacy we have established over more than three decades, while being guided by a contemporary understanding of today’s traveller. My focus is on sharpening our role as curators of thoughtfully designed journeys, where insight and attention to detail remain central to every experience we create. Our growth will be driven by deeper relationships with clients, tourism partners, and hotels, supported by smarter digital and operational platforms that allow us to scale expertise without losing the personal approach that defines us.
Pronab Sarkar, MD, Swagatam Tours
We are fully prepared for this renewed momentum. Along with my experienced and dedicated team, we have curated new and innovative travel packages designed to meet evolving traveller expectations. Our focus remains on delivering world-class services, seamless experiences, and personalized solutions for our customers and clients. I look forward to a brighter, more promising future for the tourism industry in 2026.
Ajay Prakash, Immediate Past President, TAFI; CEO, Nomad Travels; President, IIPT
My vision for 2026 is to strengthen Nomad Travels and IIPT as platforms that champion responsible, experience-led tourism. We will continue to advocate sustainability, community benefit, and peace through tourism, while encouraging industry and policy alignment through public–private collaboration.
Lokesh Bettaiah, Vice President, TAAI
As TAAI completes 75 years in 2026, we have already started the preparations to celebrate this historic milestone in a meaningful and inclusive manner. We plan to organize a mega event in India to commemorate the 75th anniversary of TAAI, bringing together members, industry leaders, and key stakeholders. In addition, we will also organize various events across the length and breadth of the country so that members from all regions can be part of this important celebration.
Shreeram Patel, Hon. Secretary General – TAAI
For TAAI, 2026 is especially significant as we mark our 75th anniversary with a strategic focus on connection, collaboration, and celebration. Our vision is to strengthen our role as the unified voice of India’s travel industry by enhancing member support, fostering partnerships, and accelerating education, training, and technology adoption. We aim to build a robust internal marketplace, deepen engagement with airlines, government bodies, and global partners, and empower professionals through digital transformation. The milestone year will reflect TAAI’s commitment to future-proofing travel businesses and strengthening industry unity.
Geeta Maheshwari, MD, Hospitality & Marketing Services (H&M Services)
At Hospitality & Marketing Services (H&M Services), Our vision for 2026 is to strengthen our position as a trusted growth partner for independent hotels, boutique resorts, and experiential properties across India, while selectively extending our footprint into new destinations. Our priority is to expand our portfolio in underrepresented regions that have strong cultural and experiential potential but limited structured marketing support. We aim to deepen our engagement in destination-led storytelling, helping properties with experience-led branding. Innovation will remain central to our strategy. In 2026, we plan to further enhance our digital marketing frameworks, including data-driven sales strategies, curated online showcases, and smarter CRM-led engagement for our hotel partners.
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