TAAI Election 2024-2026 :Candidates Announced for Leadership Roles Ahead of AGM

The Voice of Chandigarh:

The Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI), a key representative body of the Indian travel industry, recently released the official list of nominations for its prestigious Managing Committee for the term 2024-2026. 

Nominees for Leadership Positions:

The race for the leadership positions at TAAI is set to be competitive, with prominent names from across the nation throwing their hats into the ring.

For the Post of President:

1. Mrs. Jyoti Mayal – New Airways Travels Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi (Eligible for re-election)
2. Mr. Harmandeep Singh Anand – Jagsons Travels Pvt. Ltd., Nagpur
3. Mr. Sunil Kumar R – OK2GO Travel Services Pvt. Ltd., Secunderabad 

The contest for President promises to be a focal point, with experienced industry leaders such as Mrs. Jyoti Mayal, vying for a second term, and fresh contenders like Mr. Harmandeep Singh Anand and Mr. Sunil Kumar stepping forward with new visions for TAAI’s future.

For the Post of Vice President:

1. Mr. Bettaiah Lokesh – Triway Travels Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore
2. Mr. Manoj Saraf – Gainwell Enterprises Pvt. Ltd., Kolkata

The role of the Vice President sees strong representation from key regions, ensuring a pan-India focus on advancing the travel sector’s interests.

For the Post of Honorary Secretary General:

1. Mr. Anoop B. Kanuga – Bathija Travels Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai
2. Mr. P. Saravanan – Viking Tours & Travel, Chennai
3. Mr. Shreeram Patel – Unicorn Travels, Ahmedabad

Each candidate for Honorary Secretary General brings unique regional insights and substantial experience, aiming to strengthen TAAI’s administrative and operational framework.

For the Post of Honorary Treasurer:

1. Mr. Imtiaz Qureshi – Viceroy Travels Pvt. Ltd., Hyderabad
2. Mr. Paras Lakhia – Utopia Travel Services Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad
3. Dr. P. Murugesan – Pioneer Aero Travels (Madras) Pvt. Ltd., Chennai

This role will oversee the financial health of TAAI, crucial in driving sustainable initiatives for the association’s growth.

For the Managing Committee ( 18 Candidates):

Among the nominees competing for a position in the Managing Committee are  Amarnath N., Amish Patel,  Bahram P. Zadeh, G. Kalidasan, G. Ravichandran, Gopal Unadkat, H.S. Ashraf Ali, Hema RV Chander, Malcom T. Pandol, Manav Soni, P. Lalith Kumar Jain, Padmini Narayanan, Rajan Sehgal, R. Venkatachalam, Sameer Karnani, Sharmila Mehta, Vikas Sarawgi, Virendra Shah. This diverse pool includes both seasoned members eligible for re-election and fresh nominees, reflecting a dynamic mix of experience and innovative ideas.

Election Process and Timeline:

The final election results will be declared during TAAI’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled for Monday, 30th September 2024, at 11:30 AM at the iconic ITC Maratha, Mumbai.

This year’s elections are expected to shape the strategic direction of TAAI as it navigates an evolving global travel landscape, positioning itself as a driving force in India’s booming tourism sector. With leadership positions contested by some of the industry’s most influential voices, the election outcome will have far-reaching implications for TAAI’s future and the travel community at large.

The industry eagerly anticipates the AGM, where TAAI’s next leadership chapter will be unveiled.