The committee heard the Association’s views/inputs on the subject ‘Distress in Tourism and Hospitality Sectors due to COVID-19 pandemic.
Hotel Association of India (HAI)
It will really help the hotel industry if the government extends a 4-year moratorium and a 6-year repayment plan
Concerned about the moratorium period on interest on funds drawn under the recently updated ECLGS scheme, hoteliers hope for a 10-year payment plan, which is more economically viable
Industry hails Finance Ministry’s loan guarantee scheme, free tourist visas
Free visa to first 5 lakh tourists will aid in faster recovery of inbound tourism
HAI praises the iconic Taj hotels for being recognized as the Strongest Hotel Brand in the World
Securing the number one hotel brand position, in the 75th year of India’s independence is a historic moment for the hotel group as well as the Indian hospitality industry.
HAI writes to PM Modi seeking key relief measures to save the industry from imminent collapse
HAI in its appeal highlighted that more than 40% of hotels have shut or are on the brink of closure and 70% of overall jobs are now in danger directly or indirectly.
HAI requests FM to extend moratorium period, customise ECLGS scheme and reduce loan interest rate
HAI has highlighted that while ECLGS 3.0 offers liquidity to pay interest obligations, it does not help businesses to survive
Tourism industry should be treated as a “Common Agenda”: HAI
HAI also highlighted the need to make tourism viable, sustainable, accessible and affordable for all.
HAI announces the launch of West Bengal State Chapter to deepen presence in the state
HAI has submitted a memorandum of industry demands to West Bengal Chief Minister, Smt. Mamata Banerjee and Finance Minister Dr. Amit Mitra, seeking industry status for the hospitality sector
Hotel Association of India launches Telangana State Chapter
The chapter will be primarily focused on taking up relevant issues and challenges facing the industry with the Telangana State Government as well as other important stakeholders within the region by ensuring greater collaboration, building partnerships, and creating an inclusive environment for the benefit of the local economy
Hotel Association of India submits memorandum to Punjab Government for industry status
The chapter will be primarily focused on taking up relevant issues and challenges facing the industry with the State Government of Punjab as well as other important stakeholders within the region by ensuring greater collaboration, building partnerships, and creating an inclusive environment for the benefit of the local economy through programs that protect and promote the interests of small, medium operators and the larger employee base of the hotel industry.
