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India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) marked World Environment Day 2025 with a deeply symbolic and heartfelt event held at The Ashok and Hotel Samrat, Chanakyapuri. The celebration revolved around the campaign ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam,’ aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s nationwide initiative launched on 5 June, 2024, encouraging citizens to plant a tree in honour of their mothers. The commemorative event was led by ITDC’s Managing Director, Mugdha Sinha, IAS, and saw enthusiastic participation from Functional Directors, senior management, and other members of Team ITDC – notably the dedicated gardening personnel and their children, who were recognised as the unsung green champions of The Ashok and Hotel Samrat. Echoing the United Nations’ 2025 World Environment Day theme – Beat Plastic Pollution – the event brought to life ITDC’s enduring commitment to sustainable tourism. The day’s activities included a symbolic tree plantation drive where each child and guest planted a sapling in their mother’s name, fostering a strong emotional connection with nature. Speaking on the occasion, Mugdha Sinha, Managing Director, ITDC, remarked, “Planting a tree in the name of a mother is like paying homage to the universal Mother Earth, the nurturing life force that procreates, nurtures and sustains all of life. Inspired by Hon Prime Minister’s call of ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam,’ on this World Environment Day, ITDC reiterates its commitment towards a circular economy and sustainable environment, free from plastic waste.” Both The Ashok and Hotel Samrat, flagship properties under ITDC, exemplify climate-responsive design, having been built around natural contours, preserving existing trees, and reducing heat-island impact to help maintain a naturally cooler microclimate.

Mugdha Sinha takes charge as new Managing Director of India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC). In her new role, she will oversee ITDC’s diverse verticals, including The Ashok Group of Hotels. On this occasion, she said, “My focus will be on modernising operations, enhancing the tourism and hospitality experience and building a globally competitive brand rooted in India’s rich cultural heritage.”

The India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC), a key player in India’s hospitality sector under the Ministry of Tourism, observed ‘Vigilance Awareness Week,’ themed “Culture of Integrity for Nation’s Prosperity,” from October 28th to 3rd November, 2024. The campaign emphasised the importance of integrity in our society. During this week, hotel units and divisions of ITDC organised various activities to raise awareness about corruption and how various stakeholders can work together to combat it. The organisation’s Director Finance and Chief Vigilance Officer led the integrity pledge, taken at ITDC Headquarters in Delhi. ITDC also hosted an important session on ‘Cyber Hygiene & Security’ at the Ashok Institute of Hospitality and Tourism Management (AIHTM) at Hotel Samrat, New Delhi. This session brought together AIHTM students and ITDC employees to highlight the importance of staying safe online. Additionally, ITDC organised a “POSH Session” for its officials to promote awareness and adherence to the organisation’s rules and regulations. A training session on “Preventive Vigilance” was also held at ITDC Headquarters, aimed at educating employees about integrity in their work. A highlight of the week was a walkathon involving AIHTM students and ITDC employees. The students also performed a powerful street play “Say No to Corruption.” Lokesh Kumar Aggarwal, Director Finance and CFO, ITDC, said, “Promoting a culture of integrity is vital for both our organisation and the nation. By raising awareness about corruption and its impact, we empower people to contribute to a more transparent society.” To engage AIHTM students, ITDC held fun activities such as poster making, slogan writing, essay contests, and debates, all focused on the theme of fighting corruption. The week concluded with a ‘Vendors Interaction Meet,’ where ITDC officials, including …