Calling for policy reforms to support hospitality growth, Priya Paul, Chairperson, Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels, said a streamlined approach to licensing, land acquisition, and taxation would help accelerate hotel development and improve investment across the country. “These are challenges the industry has grappled with for years, but they are also some of the most practical opportunities to unlock growth, especially in newer destinations where tourism is beginning to flourish,” she said.
Janice Alyosius is a travel and MICE journalist focusing on business travel, destination marketing, aviation and industry policy. She leads editorial content at MICEtalk and also writes for TravTalk, covering global trends, trade developments and key industry conversations. With regular reporting from tourism forums, conventions and on-ground industry events, her work blends news-led analysis with strong industry voices, offering clear context and relevance for travel trade professionals and decision-makers.