India’s young population is emerging as a major driver of travel demand, with Millennials and Gen Z together accounting for around 700 million people, said Deep Kalra, Founder & Chairman, MakeMyTrip. “Most of them on average have done six trips a year. Many of them go into double digits, and some are talking about 20–25 plus trips,” he said. Kalra said travel, eating out, and experiences are increasingly taking priority among younger consumers, reflecting a significant shift in how India’s youth spend their discretionary income.
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.