Taj Celebrates Double Honours at 2023 World Hospitality Awards

MUMBAI, NOVEMBER 23, 2023: In a momentous occasion, Indian Hotel Company’s (IHCL) iconic brand ‘Taj’ emerged as a standout winner at the World Hospitality Awards in Paris. Celebrating global professionals in hospitality, Ritesh Sharma, General Manager, The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, was named ‘Luxury Hotel General Manager of the Year 2023’ and Care@Tajness, received special mention in the "Employee Care" category.

" Taj for over 120 years has been the benchmark of excellence in the hospitality industry globally. It is an honour to receive this award, and I share it with the incredible team at Taj. It is a testament to our collective commitment to delivering exceptional luxury experiences.”

Ritesh Sharma, General Manager, The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

“We are delighted for the recognition for our Employee Care initiatives, reaffirming our belief in the importance of a thriving and engaged workforce.”

Ritesh Sharma, General Manager, The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

Hospitality Awards honours exceptional exemplarity and excellence of hospitality industry in Human Resources, Social Responsibility, Marketing and Communication and Innovation. It also celebrates the top executives, women and men who through their achievement illustrate the very nature of our industry based on human qualities.

About The Indian Hotels Company Limited

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) and its subsidiaries bring together a group of brands and businesses that offer a fusion of warm Indian hospitality and world-class service. These include Taj – the iconic brand for the most discerning travellers and ranked as India’s Strongest Brand 2023 as per Brand Finance; SeleQtions, a named collection of hotels; Vivanta, sophisticated upscale hotels; and Ginger, which is revolutionising the lean luxe segment.

Incorporated by the founder of the Tata Group, Jamsetji Tata, the Company opened its first hotel - The Taj Mahal Palace, in Bombay in 1903. IHCL has a portfolio of 276 hotels including 81 under development globally across 4 continents, 11 countries and in over 100 locations. The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is India’s largest hospitality company by market capitalization. It is listed on the BSE and NSE.

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