Tourism Breaking News
Sanjeev Mehra, President, Skål International India, shares his perspective on the GST regime and says, “The proposed changes to GST, while positive, will not create a significant impact on the domestic and international tourism markets unless a more decisive step is taken. What our industry truly needs is one simplified GST slab for hospitality. This will bring India on par with other Asian destinations and make us more competitive globally.”
He adds that post-pandemic, the domestic tourism market has grown manifold, showing an upward trend not only in travel by Indian citizens but also in attracting international guests. “A single GST slab will provide a much-needed boost to both inbound and domestic tourism, ensuring sustainable growth for the entire industry. Since travel and tourism directly contribute to the nation’s economic growth and create opportunities across various sectors, it is critical that the government prioritizes this reform. Moving towards a single GST structure for hospitality at the earliest will accelerate India’s journey towards becoming one of the world’s leading tourism destinations. The current proposals are a step in the right direction, but we must continue working towards this long-term goal for the benefit of the industry and the country,” Mehra adds.
