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The Lalit Suri Hospitality School and THSC join forces to boost hospitality skilling in India

Partnership to empower youth with inclusive, industry-aligned training and global career pathways.

Dr Jyotsna Suri, Chairperson & MD, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group
Dr Jyotsna Suri, Chairperson & MD, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group

In a landmark move aimed at enhancing the quality and outreach of hospitality training in India, the Tourism & Hospitality Skill Council (THSC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Lalit Suri Hospitality School (TLSHS) at The Lalit, New Delhi.

The MoU was formally signed by Dr Jyotsna Suri, Chairperson & Managing Director, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, and Rajan Bahadur, CEO, THSC. The event was graced by Jyoti Mayal, Chairperson, THSC, Keshav Suri, Executive Director, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, Anupam Mukherjee, Dean, TLSHS and senior officials from both institutions.

Leadership Remarks

Dr Jyotsna Suri, Chairperson & MD, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, “This partnership signifies a powerful convergence of academic expertise and industry demand. At The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, we believe in building not just businesses but communities, and skilling is a key pillar of that philosophy. By working with THSC, we are proud to contribute to nation-building through youth empowerment and skill creation.”

Jyoti Mayal, Chairperson, THSC, “We are thrilled to see prestigious institutions like TLSHS coming forward to champion the skilling mission. Such partnerships are the backbone of a strong, demand-driven skilling ecosystem that responds to real industry needs and unlocks true potential among India’s youth—especially in tourism, one of the most people-centric sectors.”

Rajan Bahadur, CEO, THSC, “The hospitality sector is evolving rapidly, and so must our approach to workforce development. With institutions like The Lalit Suri Hospitality School, which boasts impressive infrastructure and a strong academic foundation, we can ensure that students receive not only domain knowledge but also industry-relevant exposure, life skills, and certification that opens national and international career pathways. This MoU is just the beginning of a broader vision we share.”

Keshav Suri, Executive Director, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, “We’ve always believed in creating inclusive opportunities. Through this partnership, we hope to skill and place youth from diverse backgrounds—including the LGBTQIA+ community and economically weaker sections—so they can thrive in an industry built on service and compassion.”