Wednesday, August 28, 2024 The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Gaurav Bhatnagar, Joint Managing Director and Co-Founder of TBO.com, as the new Regional Vice Chair for India. This appointment marks a crucial milestone in WTTC’s strategy for India, demonstrating the organization’s dedication to enhancing its presence and impact within one of the world’s rapidly expanding travel and tourism markets.
Julia Simpson, WTTC President & CEO , said, “India’s Travel & Tourism industry is poised for significant growth, and having a leader like Gaurav as our latest Regional Vice Chair for India will be instrumental in realising our vision for the region. We are excited to work together to further WTTC’s mission in this vital market.” Expressing his gratitude, Gaurav Bhatnagar added, “I am honoured by the trust WTTC has placed in me to become Regional Vice Chair for India.
India represents a crucial market for the global Travel & Tourism industry, and I look forward to working closely with WTTC to advance our shared goals.” Following this appointment, discussions are in progress to finalize a strategic agenda aimed at expanding WTTC’s activities and initiatives in India. The agenda will focus on key areas such as improving industry collaboration, tackling policy challenges, and promoting sustainable tourism practices.
It seeks to align with India’s broader economic objectives, capitalizing on the country’s unique role .