The Indian School of Hospitality (ISH) successfully hosted the Blueprint Conclave 2025, bringing together some of the most influential voices from the travel and tourism sector. The event served as a strategic platform for industry leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and aspiring professionals to shape the roadmap for the next decade of India’s tourism growth.
Themed “Travel & Tourism 2035: Building India’s Next Decade,” the conclave explored the evolving dynamics of consumer behavior, the rising importance of sustainability, and the critical role of digital transformation. The discussions centered around redefining India’s travel economy and building a future-ready ecosystem for tourism.
Distinguished personalities who participated in the conclave included Mr. Sharad Vats (Founder & Director, Nature Safari India Pvt. Ltd.), Mr. Santosh Kumar (Country Head, Indian Subcontinent & Indonesia, Booking.com), Mr. Indiver Rastogi (President & Group Head, Thomas Cook India), Mr. Rajeev Kohli (Joint Managing Director, Creative Travel), Mr. Aviral Gupta (Chief Strategy Officer & HR Head, Zostel), and Ms. Dipti Mohan (AVP, Research, HVS South Asia).
Mr. Kunal Vasudeva, Managing Director of ISH, emphasized the goal of the conclave, stating, “At ISH, we are built by the industry, for the industry. Blueprint Conclave 2025 is a platform for meaningful conversations that translate into actionable strategies. These insights will be analyzed and circulated back to industry stakeholders to shape decisions and perspectives that matter.”
Dean Smeetha Guha further highlighted academia’s contribution to the sector, noting that the conclave bridged knowledge with real-world applications. “Education plays a vital role in shaping industries. Events like this help us prepare students to meet the evolving needs of the tourism world,” she said.
The event featured a series of insightful keynotes, panel discussions, and masterclasses, covering topics such as:
- India’s Travel Economy 2035: A deep dive into future trends shaping businesses, policy frameworks, and consumer expectations.
- Destination Branding & Policy Evolution: Discussions on how branding and supportive government policies can elevate India’s appeal globally.
- Sustainable Growth Models: Emphasis on balancing tourism development with environmental stewardship for long-term viability.
To ensure the longevity of the ideas shared, ISH compiled a Blueprint 2035 Summary Report, capturing the key takeaways and strategic insights for use by both industry and academic institutions.
