The Outbound Tour Operators Association of India (OTOAI) successfully concluded its elections on December 5, 2024, marking the end of the 2022-2024 term. The association expressed gratitude to the outgoing team for their remarkable contributions, which included hosting impactful events, forming strategic collaborations, and signing multiple MOUs that significantly enhanced OTOAI’s footprint in the tourism industry.
Newly Elected Working Committee Members
- President: Himanshu Patil, Kesari Tours and Travels
- Vice President: Shravan Bhalla, High Flyer
- General Secretary: Sidharth Khanna, Khanna Enterprises (Regd.)
- Joint Secretary: Monia Kapoor, Travel O Holidays
- Treasurer: Gurdeep Singh Gujral, Gujral Tours and Travels
This new leadership team is poised to lead OTOAI with vision, dynamism, and a commitment to fostering growth in the outbound tourism sector.
The election process was managed with fairness and transparency by Sanjay Datta, Managing Director of Airborne Holiday, who served as the Election Officer for the OTOAI elections. His expertise ensured smooth proceedings and successful outcomes.
Executive Committee Members
To strengthen the governance structure, the Executive Committee (EC) comprises both retained and nominated members, ensuring a diverse and capable team. The EC members for the term 2024-2026 include:
- Riaz Munshi, N. Chirag Travels
- Adl Abdul Karim, Flycreative Online
- Ankush Nijhawan, Travel Boutique A Unit of Lap Travels
- Rohit Shorey, Destination Travel Services
- Vineet Gopal, Engee Holidays
- Vinayak Laud, Vinaayak Holidays
The new team is set to assume their responsibilities effective December 6, 2024. With a renewed focus on innovation, collaboration, and member engagement, the 2024-2026 team is dedicated to advancing the interests of OTOAI and its members while promoting outbound tourism on a national and international scale.
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