Prashant Nayak

L-R: Sudeep Jain, Nikhil Sharma, Suma Venkatesh, Kiran Andicot India’s hospitality sector is undergoing one of its most dynamic expansion phases in recent memory. As growth extends beyond major metropolitan centres to a broader network of emerging destinations, the market presents significant opportunities for hotel operators. Yet, while the opportunity is shared, the strategies to capture it differ markedly.

ASEGO is all set to launch Built & Beyond, a new conversation series that brings together entrepreneurs and business leaders from some of India’s most respected travel brands and companies. The inaugural episode was recorded at ASEGO Headquarters in Mumbai on June 10, 2026, in the presence of industry stakeholders, travel trade professionals, and members of the media, setting the stage for discussions on entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, and the future of the travel business.

In Haridwar, where centuries-old rituals continue to define its identity, a quieter shift is taking shape. Varun Bajaj, Founder, Amrit Bhawan, highlights the potential to attract a wider mix of travellers, encourage repeat visits, and bring the region’s largely untapped ecosystems into focus through thoughtfully curated, place-based experiences. Amrit Bhawan is an upscale, heritage boutique retreat in Haridwar that offers a tranquil riverside experience away from the city’s hustle.