The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) has announced details of its upcoming 54th Annual Convention, scheduled to be held in the coastal state of Goa at Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon from October 16 to 18, 2024.
Minister for Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, will inaugurate the convention on October 16. The 54th FHRAI Annual Convention in Goa promises to be a celebration of India’s vibrant tourism landscape under the theme “Tourism @2047: Incredible to Inevitable India – Driving Growth and Sustainability in a Mission Mode”. This theme aligns with the ambitious vision of a developed India by 2047, as envisioned by the Government of India.
The Annual Convention will also witness the esteemed presence of Pramod Sawant, Chief Minister of Goa, Mohan Yadav, Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, V. Vidyavathi, Secretary; Suman Billa, Additional Secretary, and Manisha Saxena, Director General, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.
Pradeep Shetty, President of FHRAI said, “The 54th FHRAI Annual Convention in Goa is positioned to be a landmark event where industry leaders converge to strategize, innovate, and collaborate towards steady and sustainable growth of our industry. In alignment with its theme, this Convention will set the beginning of our sector’s journey towards 2047 where the Indian tourism industry is expected to be a $3 trillion tourism powerhouse.”
“The Convention aims to showcase our industry’s prowess to be the key growth engine of our nation’s economy, inspiring new initiatives that will define the future of tourism in India. We are grateful to have the Hon’ble Minister for Tourism and other distinguished guests to join us. Around 1000 delegates from India and abroad are expected to attend the Convention and also enjoy Goa’s cultural richness and natural beauty,” he added.
The 54th Annual Convention of FHRAI will be significant on account of a host a diverse range of programs including Business Sessions, B2B and B2G Meetings, Hospitality Expo, cultural showcases etc.
FHRAI Hospitality Awards will be another significant attraction of the Annual Convention. These awards have been instituted by the Federation to encourage young industry professionals and recognize excellence in the hospitality industry. Over the years, these awards have firmly established themselves as being among the most credible and coveted accolades in the hospitality industry.