HRAWI’s 20th regional convention to feature Maharashtra as state partner
Mr. Chetan Mehta, Co-Chairman, Convention Committee, HRAWI
The two-day convention to bring together hotels, restaurants, consultants, professionals, and industry vendors for knowledge-sharing, networking, and discussions.
Hotel And restaurant association (Western India) – HRAWI has announced its partnership with Maharashtra Tourism with the latter featuring as the State Partner for the 20th HRAWI Regional Convention. The convention is scheduled to take place on the October 8-9, 2025 at The Taj Lands End, Mumbai.
The two-day convention aims to bring together hotels, restaurants, consultants, professionals, and industry vendors for knowledge-sharing, networking, and discussions on key trends shaping the future of tourism and hospitality. With distinguished industry leaders, policymakers, and visionaries in attendance, the event aims to be a vibrant platform for dialogue and meaningful exchange of ideas. The landmark event also coincides with HRAWI’s 75th anniversary year.
The sessions lined up for the convention include:
• 75 years of Indian hospitality – the evolution
• Mixed-use developments – hospitality’s new frontier
• Master franchising – scaling hospitality the smarter way
• Homegrown & growing – India’s emerging hospitality brands
• From old world charm to new age cuisine
“Tourism and hospitality sector plays a vital role in driving growth and development. With progressive tourism policies, investment-friendly frameworks, and a focus on infrastructure and connectivity, our goal is to establish Maharashtra as a global destination for business, leisure, cultural, and wellness tourism. I congratulate the Hotel and Restaurant Association (Western India) on reaching a remarkable milestone of 75 years of service to the hospitality sector and commend them on organizing this significant convention. This event is a testament to the strength of industry partnerships and a platform to shape the future of tourism through innovation and collaboration,” states Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
“It is a privilege to host this convention in partnership with Maharashtra Tourism. This collaboration reflects our shared vision of empowering Indian hospitality and positioning Maharashtra as a global tourism hub. The sessions will not only celebrate our industry’s legacy but also chart a roadmap for the opportunities ahead,” concludes Chetan Mehta, Co-Chairman, Convention Committee, HRAWI.
