IHCL ANNOUNCES COUNTRY’S LARGEST HOSPITALITY SKILLING CENTRE AT AGUADA PLATEAU IN GOA

MUMBAI, DECEMBER 16, 2024: Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, announced country’s largest skilling centre in Goa based at the Aguada plateau. This announcement coincided with the 50th anniversary celebrations of Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa, Goa in the presence of Shri Rohan Khaunte, Minister for Tourism, Goa.

Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and CEO, IHCL said, “The skilling centre located on the Aguada plateau will address the critical need for a skilled workforce to support the travel and tourism sector. This capability-building initiative will leverage the untapped talent and bridge the employability gap in the sector.”

Shri Rohan Khaunte, Minister for Tourism, Government of Goa said, “Goans have a natural flair for hospitality, and as tourism continues to evolve, skilling, reskilling and upskilling are the need of the hour. Goa, as the country's premier leisure & MICE destination, has always been at the heart of tourism. IHCL's initiative will create new employment opportunities for our youth, supporting Goa's vision for sustained growth in the tourism sector. By fostering essential skilling programs, this effort embraces our principles of regenerative tourism, ensuring sustainable development while empowering local communities, and enabling them to build successful careers right here in Goa.”

Under its industry leading ESG+ framework of Paathya, IHCL with 38 skilling centres, continues to invest in talent pools to support deserving youth and their families, enhancing employment opportunities and contributing to the growth of the hospitality sector.

About The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL)

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) and its subsidiaries bring together a group of brands and businesses that offer a fusion of warm Indian hospitality and world-class service. These include Taj – the iconic brand for the most discerning travellers and ranked as World's Strongest Hotel Brand 2024 and India’s Strongest Brand 2024 as per Brand Finance; SeleQtions, a named collection of hotels; Tree of Life, private escapes in tranquil settings; Vivanta, sophisticated upscale hotels; Gateway, full-service hotels designed to be your gateway to exceptional destinations and Ginger, which is revolutionising the lean luxe segment.

Incorporated by the founder of the Tata Group, Jamsetji Tata, the Company opened its first hotel - The Taj Mahal Palace, in Bombay in 1903. IHCL has a portfolio of 350 hotels including 118 under development globally across 4 continents, 13 countries and in over 150+ locations. The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is India’s largest hospitality company by market capitalization. It is listed on the BSE and NSE.

Please visit: IHCL; Taj; SeleQtions; Tree of Life; Vivanta; Gateway; Ginger

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