8 Things You’ll Learn at Skift India Forum

Skift India Forum coming up in less than two weeks on March 17-18 in Delhi-NCR will explore the biggest opportunities shaping its future. With a packed agenda, we will welcome leaders from Air India, Marriott International, IndiGo, OYO, MakeMyTrip, Uber, The Leela, the Government of India, Sita, Ixigo, Abu Dhabi, DreamSetGo, Thrillophilia, Treebo, and many more on stage.

Join us for thought-provoking sessions, covering some of the most important topic areas facing India and the travel industry today: 

1. Building a Stronger Inbound Market Along with India’s Rise

As India cements its position as a major player in international tourism, industry leaders will explore government policies, infrastructure development, and strategies to attract more inbound travelers. Global leaders, like Marriott’s CEO Anthony Capuano, as well as Sita’s Dipak Deva and Director General for Tourism, Mugdha Sinha, will provide insights into India’s hospitality potential and cross-border collaborations to boost global tourism.

2. Transforming India’s Aviation Industry for Global Growth

India’s aviation sector is evolving rapidly, with Air India and IndiGo leading ambitious expansion plans. We’ll hear from both Air India CEO Campbell Wilson and IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers on stage, who discuss modernization efforts, long haul expansion, and the vision of making India a true global aviation hub by enhancing connectivity, airline networks, and infrastructure.

3. Understanding the Evolving Indian Traveler

With increasing domestic and international travel demand, companies must adapt to changing traveler preferences. MakeMyTrip CEO Rajesh Magow will provide key insights into shifting consumer behaviors, how digital transformation is shaping travel planning, and the rising expectations of the Indian traveler.

4. The New Hospitality Playbook

India’s hospitality industry is expanding beyond metro cities, with an increasing focus on luxury and boutique experiences. We’ll hear from leaders at The Leela and GHA, as well as industry pioneer Priya Paul of Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels, Royal Orchid, and closing the day with OYO to discuss how hoteliers are innovating across chainscales, expanding beyond major cities, building for quality, and staying competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

5. Disrupting Travel Norms Through Technology & AI

From AI-driven planning and flexible payments to super apps and digital-first bookings, technology is revolutionizing travel. We’ll hear from leaders – like Ixigo Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Rajnish Kumar and others across the Forum – sharing their perspectives on how AI’s near term impact and thoughts on how it will reshape travel booking and experience in the future.

6. Preserving Local Cultures and the Rise of Experience-Driven Tourism

Travel still has a long way to go in creating a better relationship and value between tourism and local communities. We’ll hear from All Ladakh Hotel and Guest House Association Founder and President, Rigzin Lachic, as well as Women for World‘s Komal Darira on how they integrate culture, activities, and sustainability initiatives to better align the needs of the environment, the people help craft experiences, and traveler expectations.

7. The Business of Travel: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Investment

India is a thriving hub for travel startups and investment. Industry leaders, including OYO’s Ritesh Agarwal, will examine lessons on scaling travel businesses, revenue strategies, and how India’s dynamic startup ecosystem is shaping the future of global travel entrepreneurship. Thrillophilia CEO, Chitra Gurnani Daga, and Treebo Hospitality Ventures Co-founder and CEO, Sidharth Gupta, will also discuss the approaches they are taking to reshape the industry.

8. Connecting India with the World

Travel is becoming a global force in the world, and we’re excited to welcome global travel leader Gloria Guevara to share her views on how to build global destinations, prioritize cultural preservation, and how India can maximize its potential as it becomes a growing force in not only global industry, but also a travel powerhouse.

With these dynamic discussions and more, Skift India Forum on March 17-18 promises to be an unmissable gathering for industry leaders. Get your pass today and join us to gain cutting-edge insights, network with top executives, and shape the future of India’s travel landscape. Limited seats remain, reserve your seat now.