Skål International Lucknow Celebrates Its 4th Foundation Day with Record Attendance and an Unforgettable Evening of Fellowship
Landmark occasion hosted at Park Inn by Radisson, Vikas Nagar, Lucknow — 23rd May 2026
The Voice of Chandigarh | Travel Trade Reporter
Skål International Lucknow marked its 4th Foundation Day on 23rd May 2026 with a grand and warmly attended celebration at Park Inn by Radisson, Vikas Nagar, Lucknow. The evening witnessed record attendance of members along with their spouses — a testament to the growing vibrancy and cohesion of the chapter. Travel and tourism professionals from across the city came together in a spirit of friendship, camaraderie, and collective pride as proud members of the global Skål family.
A deeply moving and proud moment of the evening came when warm video messages from eminent global leaders of Skål International were played on the large screen, bringing the blessings and goodwill of the worldwide Skål family right into the heart of the celebration. The gathering was honoured to receive messages from Sk. Andres Hayes, World President of Skål International; Sk. NSN Mohan, Vice President 2026 and President Elect 2027 of Skål International; and Sk. Sanjay Dutta, Deputy Director of Region 10, Skål International. Their warm words of encouragement and congratulations resonated deeply with all present and served as a powerful reminder of the strong global bonds that connect every Skål chapter across the world.
The celebration was further distinguished by the gracious hosting of Sk. Tarun Singh, General Manager of Hotel Park Inn by Radisson, Vikas Nagar, Lucknow, whose impeccable hospitality set the tone for the entire event. The food and snacks curated under his watch were not only delicious but refreshingly distinctive from the usual fare — a highlight that had attendees talking well into the evening. The stage and sound arrangements were handled with exemplary care and professionalism by Sk. Anita Mishra of Creative Minds Events Management, whose expert touch ensured a seamless and elegant ambiance throughout.
The cultural highlight of the evening was an enthralling musical performance by Sk. Gagan Gurnani, whose soulful and lively songs became the heartbeat of the night. With the entire gathering swaying, singing along, and smiling from ear to ear, Sk. Gurnani’s performance added a joyous and memorable dimension to the festivities that the chapter will cherish for a long time to come.
The evening also saw generous contributions from several esteemed organisations in the form of gift hampers, which added great excitement and warmth to the celebrations. The chapter extends its sincere gratitude to Air India, IndiGo, The Centrum, Anandsri Enterprises, Anupam Holiday Makers, and Civica Travels for their kind support and goodwill.
“It is the dedication, generosity, and spirit of members and well-wishers like you that make Skål International Lucknow a chapter to be truly proud of. Here’s to many more milestones, celebrations, and cherished memories ahead!” — Sk. Sunil B. Satyawakta, President, Skål International Lucknow
The record turnout at this year’s Foundation Day is a reflection of the strong foundation that the chapter’s leadership and membership have collectively built over four years. The chapter is led by President Sk. Sunil B. Satyawakta, supported by Secretary Sk. Anupam Shukla, VP1 Sk. Sameer Sharma, VP2 Sk. Deepak Khare, and Treasurer Sk. Bhagwati Pant. The executive team is further strengthened by Director of Membership Growth Sk. Vikas Dalela, Director of SRS Activities and Media Sk. Divya Charan, and Auditor Sk. Garvesh Srivastava. Together, this committed team continues to drive the chapter’s mission of fostering professional bonds, supporting the travel and tourism ecosystem, and upholding the cherished values of the global Skål movement.
