Global Exhibition Trends 2025 took center stage as the FHRAI 55th Annual Convention wrapped up on September 20, 2025, at Hotel Conrad, Bengaluru. The three-day landmark event drew about 800 delegates from across India’s hospitality and tourism sectors.
Dignitaries & Participants
The convention saw high-profile attendees, including:
Siddaramaiah, Chief Minister of Karnataka
D.K. Shivakumar, Deputy Chief Minister, Karnataka
Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister for Tourism, Government of India
M.B. Patil, Karnataka Minister for Large & Medium Scale Industries
H.K. Patil, Minister for Tourism, Law & Parliamentary Affairs, Karnataka
Dr. Suman Billa, Additional Secretary & Director General, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
Their presence underscored the convention’s strategic importance in linking policy and industry.
Theme & Focus: “FutureScape 2047”
The convention theme, “FutureScape 2047: Redefining Hospitality for a New India,” centered on planning for India’s centenary of independence by envisioning the hospitality sector’s transformation.
Key areas addressed included:
- Sustainable growth models for hotels and tourism
- Innovation & digital transformation in service delivery
- Inclusive growth across tier-2 and tier-3 markets
- Guest experience enhancement via best practices and technology
Sessions, Networking & Awards
The convention featured keynote talks, panel discussions, and technical sessions led by thought leaders. Collaborations and networking opportunities were woven in, enabling stakeholders to forge partnerships and alliances.
In closing, FHRAI reaffirmed its commitment to guiding the hospitality industry toward competitiveness and resilience.
