In this issue

The travel and tourism industry is believed to have received a boost in the current budget. The Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, releasing the budget 2023, stated that being aware of the potential of the sector in creating jobs and opportunities for the youth, promotion of tourism would be taken up in mission mode.
She revealed that, to boost the sector, 50 tourist destinations would be chosen through a challenge to be developed into a whole package for domestic and international tourism. For domestic tourism “Dekho Apna Desh” has already been promoted very widely now similarly international tourism too will be revived with these initiates. The tourist infrastructure will also be provided on the border and in North East India which will be highly beneficial for the inflow of tourists. The finance minister spoke about enhancing opportunities for private investment in infrastructure. She revealed that initiatives would also be taken to set up tourism in villages adjacent to the border.
Budget shows that the mood of the government to allocate resources for the development of tourist circuits and revival of regional air connectivity will further help revive the footfall of tourists and provide a boost to the tourism industry. The need to support One District One Product (ODOP) concept by creating sufficient infrastructure would be realised by the government’s initiative to encourage states to set up a Unity Mall in their tourist circles. This would help MSMEs and artisans to formally market their products to domestic and foreign tourists in a targeted manner.
Income tax rebates announced in the budget will result in an increase in disposable incomes which will further enhance the tourists. The initiatives taken in the current budget expected to revive the pandemic-affected hospitality and tourism sector and mark a significant step towards a more sustainable future.

Fortune Hotels Expands its Footprint

Fortune Hotels, a member of ITC's hotel group, announced the opening of Fortune Walkway Mall Haldwani pegged to be the first branded hotel of the city in the segment, and the upscale hotel chain's third hotel in the state of Uttarakhand.

2 mins

Union Budget 2023 Impact on Hospitality and Travel & Tourism Industries

Hospitality and Travel & Tourism industries are closely linked and among the major industries contributing to the economic development of the country. Hospitality industry, which is one of the foremost providers for skilled and semi skilled jobs in the country was, over the last few years, due to the pandemic, adversely affected. Many F&B outlets, even hotels had to be shut and a few of them still remain so, in spite of the industry slowly returning back to normal. Due to the industry still being under stress, it was looking up to the Finance Minister announcing some concessions in the budget. The FM has, to some degree, come up with some measures which are welcome by the hospitality industry. Ashok Malkani examines the concessions that the industry has hailed.

10+ mins

Employees' Impact on Hospitality Industry

Hospitality industry is one of the most volatile industries as far as employment is concerned. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, Hospitality and Travel Industry employs more people than automotive, mining, financial services and manufacturing combined. But hospitality demands its employees to be epitomes of cordiality, friendliness and conviviality, for establishing an amicable relationship between the guests and the hotel. Ashok Malkani takes a look at how the industry, with the help of the employees, establishes a healthy rapport with the guests and the essential aptitude and attitude that the employees must possess.

9 mins

Gearing for Adventure

India has a plethora of tourist attractions having spellbinding and ethereal beauty.

8 mins

Developing Concept

Two aspects which contribute towards making a successful restaurant are location and the concept.

6 mins

Benefits of Automation

In the changing business environment with the rise in operational costs due to attrition, higher labour cost, have made it imperative for the hospitality industry to adopt technology that would not only be able to cut costs but also be guest-friendly.

7 mins

Sweeping Changes

\"From sophistication in operations through increased application of technology and automation to refinement in attitudes towards the workers, housekeeping in hotels in India of today has substantially enhanced its role during the recent years.

5 mins

Idyllic Haven in the Lap of Nature!

WelcomHeritage Tadoba Vanyavillas Resort Spa

5 mins

Challenges of Renovating

It is true that restaurants and discotheques/ nightclubs are eventually judged by their food & beverage options, and fun factors.

4 mins

A Passionate and Seasoned Hotelier!

Ajay Kanojia, General Manager, Sayaji Hotels Pune

3 mins

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