The International Hospitality Council (IHC) and the International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM) organised a felicitation ceremony at ITC Maratha in Mumbai to honour in person the stalwarts of the Indian hospitality industry who were recognised for their invaluable contributions to the industry during the International Hospitality Day (IHD) celebrations held in April. IHD, which took place virtually on April 24, 2023, witnessed the recognition of outstanding individuals within the global hospitality industry.
During the global virtual event, several esteemed individuals were felicitated and awarded for their outstanding contributions to the industry in categories like IHC-IIHM Hospitality Honours List, Lifetime Achievement Award and Hall of Fame.
To pay homage to their accomplishments, IHC and IIHM organized a special felicitation ceremony at the prestigious ITC Maratha in Mumbai. This in-person event provided an exclusive opportunity for the Indian winners to receive their awards, recognizing their remarkable achievements on a national platform.
Dr Suborno Bose, CEO, IHC and Founder and Chief Mentor of IIHM, said, “International Hospitality Day is a momentous occasion that highlights the exceptional contributions of individuals within the hospitality industry. It is an honour to recognize the remarkable achievements of our Indian winners, who have demonstrated unwavering commitment, innovation, and leadership. The felicitation ceremony at ITC Maratha will serve as a testament to their accomplishments and inspire the next generation of hospitality professionals to strive for excellence. Together, we will continue to shape the future of the industry and create unforgettable experiences for guests worldwide.”
Atul Bhalla, Area Manager West & East ITC Hotels India, said, “ITC Maratha on behalf of ITC Hotels takes utmost pride on playing host to IHC- IIHM Outstanding Contribution to the Hospitality Industry Awards, Mumbai Edition. It was reassuring to see industry come together in full support to recognize and celebrate the passionate efforts of the hospitality professionals and entrepreneurial visionaries in the country – bringing to life extraordinary guest services and experiences. The accolades for ITC Hotels in Mumbai in this forum shows the continued trust of fraternity members and Dr Suborno Bose in our time-tested consistency of Responsible Luxury and service design the promise by ITC Hotels.”
