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Minister of Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat will inaugurate the 54th FHRAI Annual Convention in Goa

Gajendra Singh Shekhawat will inaugurate FHRAI's 54th Annual Convention, scheduled to be held at Taj Cidade de Goa, from October 16 to 18, 2024

The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) announces the upcoming 54th Annual Convention, scheduled to be held in the coastal state of Goa at Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon, from October 16 to 18, 2024. The Minister for Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, will inaugurate this annual convention on October 16, 2024.  

The 54th FHRAI Annual Convention in Goa promises to celebrate India’s vibrant tourism landscape under the theme, Tourism@2047: Incredible to Inevitable India – Driving Growth and Sustainability in a Mission Mode. This theme aligns with the Government of India’s ambitious vision of a developed India by 2047. 

The annual convention will also witness the esteemed presence of Dr Pramod Sawant, Chief Minister of Goa; Dr Mohan Yadav, Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh; V Vidyavathi, Secretary; Suman Billa, Additional Secretary; and Manisha Saxena, Director General from the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. 

Pradeep Shetty, President of FHRAI, commented on the convention’s significance in shaping the future of India’s hospitality and tourism sectors, stating, “The 54th FHRAI Annual Convention in Goa is positioned to be a landmark event where industry leaders converge to strategise, innovate, and collaborate towards steady and sustainable growth of our industry.  In alignment with its theme, this convention will mark the beginning of our sector’s journey towards 2047, when the Indian tourism industry is expected to be a $3 trillion powerhouse.  The convention aims to showcase our industry’s prowess to be the key growth engine of our nation’s economy, inspiring new initiatives that will define the future of tourism in India. We are grateful to have the Honourable Minister for Tourism and other distinguished guests join us. Around 1000 delegates from India and abroad are expected to attend the convention and also enjoy Goa’s cultural richness and natural beauty.”  

The 54th Annual Convention of FHRAI will host a diverse range of programmes, including business sessions, B2B and B2G meetings, hospitality expo, cultural showcases, etc.   

FHRAI Hospitality Awards will be another significant attraction of the annual convention.  The federation has instituted these awards to encourage young industry professionals and recognise excellence in the hospitality industry. Over the years, these awards have firmly established themselves as among the most credible and coveted accolades in the hospitality industry. 

Grand Jury meet
(Top L-R): Manoj Bhat, MD & CEO, Mahindra Holidays; Jatin Khanna, CEO, Sarovar Hotels & Resorts; Ranjit Batra, President, Hospitality, Panchshil Realty; Sanjay Sethi, CEO & MD, Chalet Hotels; Satyen Jain, CEO, Pride Hotels; Gaurav Pokhariyal, EVP, Human Resources, IHCL (Bottom L-R): Sonica Malhotra, Joint MD, MBD Group; Zubin Saxena, Senior VP & Country Head - India, Hilton; Souvagya Mohapatra, MD (India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan), Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts; Ranju Alex, Area VP - South Asia, Marriott International; Sanju Soni, Senior VP, Oberoi Hotels & Resorts; Chef Rakesh Sethi, Corporate Executive Chef, Operations, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group; Vikram Cotah, CEO, GRT Hotels & Resorts; Vikramjit Singh, Chairman & MD, Alivaa Hotels & Resorts
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