Decoding India’s Travel Future at Skift India Forum

As one of the world’s fastest-growing travel markets, India is entering a transformative era - one defined by global ambition, technological innovation, and a reimagining of the traveler experience. At Skift India Forum, we’ll gather top leaders from across the industry to explore the key forces shaping this dynamic landscape.

Join Skift as we decipher the big trends facing India’s travel industry and hear from leaders across all sectors, as we explore: 

• India's Next Phase: The Rise of a Global Tourism Powerhouse
• Ambitious Plans for Airline Networks, Fleets, and Premium
• Hotel Brands Seek Expansion Beyond Major Cities
• Travel Tech: Flexible Payments, AI Planning, and Super Apps
• Building Smarter Infrastructure and Attracting Live Events
• Redefining Culture, Wellness, and Purpose-Driven Experiences
• Climate Futures: From Ambition to Measurable Action
• Opening Up the World: Visas and Cross-Border Collaboration

With a booming aviation sector, India is expanding networks, fleets, and premium offerings, redefining air travel for both domestic and international markets. At the same time, hotel brands are moving beyond major cities, tapping into new opportunities in secondary and tertiary destinations. Technology is driving rapid innovation, with AI-powered trip planning, flexible payment options, and all-in-one super apps reshaping how travelers book and experience their journeys.

As India invests in smarter infrastructure and attracts major live events, the country is strengthening its position as a world-class destination. Travelers are also seeking more meaningful experiences - rooted in culture, wellness, and purpose-driven travel - while the industry faces increasing pressure to turn climate ambitions into measurable action. Meanwhile, visa policies and cross-border collaboration remain crucial to unlocking further growth in outbound and inbound travel.

At Skift India Forum, we’ll explore these critical themes with the industry’s top voices. Join us to gain insights, connect with decision-makers, and be part of the conversation shaping India’s travel future. Get your ticket today to lock in the lowest rate we will offer.