
Exploring India’s power, influence, and evolution

Skift India Forum is where travel’s top decision-makers, innovators, and industry leaders come together.
Get insider insights on the key forces shaping India’s travel industry - from airline and hotel expansion to the rise of AI and flexible payments, as well as discussions on how India can bolster inbound travel. Explore how live events, purpose-driven experiences, and cross-border collaboration are redefining the market.
Plus, connect with the people driving these changes through high-impact networking opportunities.

"I’ve attended plenty of events in India and across the globe, but this Summit truly delivered a one of a kind experience."
Last Year's Event By The Numbers
Speakers
From top CEOs of the largest travel brands to new entrepreneurs driving innovation, the voices on stage at Skift India Forum are a reflection of the best the travel industry has to offer.
"I walked away with three potential business partners and ideas for two collaborations. That’s rare at events like these."
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Venues




March 17
Opening night reception will take place at:
Address: Africa Ave, Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Delhi 110023, India
Limited Capacity
March 18
For the day of the Forum, Skift is delighted to partner with The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel and Residences, a member of Global Hotel Alliance.
Address: National Highway 8, Ambience Island, DLF Phase 3, Sector 24, Gurugram, Haryana 122002, India
Why Attend?
Skift India Summit 2024 featured in-depth interviews with the CEOs of Air India, OYO, MakeMyTrip, Agoda, Oberoi, Ennismore, Yatra, the U.S. Ambassador to India, and many more.
This is far from an ordinary trade conference. Our events center on the power of ideas. Leading CEOs and top executives come together to present their forward-thinking insights into the future of the travel industry and highlight the vast global potential India holds. View the companies attending.
Agenda
Join Skift for this transformative Forum as we decipher the big trends facing the travel industry in India and hear from leaders across all sectors, including:
- India's Next Phase: The Rise of a Global Tourism Powerhouse
- Ambitious Plans for Airline Networks, Fleets, and Premium
- Hotel Brands Seek Expansion Beyond Major Cities
- Travel Tech: Flexible Payments, AI Planning, and Super Apps
- Building Smarter Infrastructure and Attracting Live Events
- Redefining Culture, Wellness, and Purpose-Driven Experiences
- Climate Futures: From Ambition to Measurable Action
- Opening Up the World: Visas and Cross-Border Collaboration
The Leela Palace: New Delhi
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5:00 pm
The Leela Palace, New Delhi. Africa Ave, Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Delhi 110023, India
The Leela Ambience Gurugram
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8:00 am
Breakfast
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8:55 am
Welcome
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9:10 am
Driving Transformation and Global Growth
Moderator
Gordon Smith - Airlines Editor, Skift -
9:35 am
Staying Ahead of the Growing Indian Traveler
Moderator
Peden Bhutia - Asia Editor, Skift -
10:00 am
Moderator
Dan Marcec - Research Editor, SkiftX -
10:20 am
Evolving India’s Hospitality Future
Moderator
Peden Bhutia - Asia Editor, Skift -
10:45 am
Networking Break
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11:15 am
A Global View on India’s Promise
Moderator
Sarah Kopit - Editor-in-Chief, Skift -
11:45 am
Opening the Door to Inbound Travelers
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Dipak DevaTravel Corporation India Ltd.Managing Director and CEO
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Mugdha SinhaGovernment of IndiaDirector General of Tourism
Moderator
Peden Bhutia - Asia Editor, Skift -
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12:20 pm
Moderator
Dan Marcec - Research Editor, SkiftX -
12:30 pm
How India Will Reshape the World
Moderator
Rafat Ali - CEO/Founder, Skift -
12:45 pm
Lunch
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1:45 pm
Skift Research: Revitalizing Inbound Tourism
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1:55 pm
Live Tourism’s Big Moment
Moderator
Sarah Kopit - Editor-in-Chief, Skift -
2:15 pm
Disrupting Travel Norms and Driving Change through Technology
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Chitra Gurnani DagaThrillophiliaCo-Founder and CEO
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Sidharth GuptaTreebo Hospitality Ventures (THV)Co-Founder and CEO
Moderator
Peden Bhutia - Asia Editor, Skift -
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2:40 pm
Moderator
Dan Marcec - Research Editor, SkiftX -
2:50 pm
Travel’s Role in Preserving a Region’s Cultural and Natural Heritage
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Rigzin LachicAll Ladakh Hotel and Guest House Association (ALHAGHA) and Dolkhar LadakhPresident and Founder
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Komal DariraWomen for WorldFounder
Moderator
Sarah Kopit - Editor-in-Chief, Skift -
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3:15 pm
Chai Break
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3:45 pm
Ambitious Plans for India’s Next Phase
Moderator
Gordon Smith - Airlines Editor, Skift -
4:10 pm
Improving Mobility at Scale
Moderator
Peden Bhutia - Asia Editor, Skift -
4:25 pm
Advancing Travel Through AI
Moderator
Gordon Smith - Airlines Editor, Skift -
4:45 pm
A Big Picture View on Sustainable Tourism Growth
Moderator
Sarah Kopit - Editor-in-Chief, Skift -
5:05 pm
Lessons on Experimentation, Revenue, and Ambition
Moderator
Rafat Ali - CEO/Founder, Skift -
5:30 pm
"This was the first event where I truly felt the pulse of India’s travel revolution. It wasn’t just talk; it was actionable."
All Times are in India Standard Time (IST)
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