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Tourism boom: India’s hospitality sector to touch $60 bn by 2028; domestic travel to drive surge, says report
India’s tourism and hospitality sector is projected to touch nearly $60 billion by 2028, driven by a sharp rise in domestic travel, according to a report by IDBI Capital.The study forecasts that domestic visitors will double from 2.5 billion in 2024 to 5.2 billion by 2030, clocking a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.4%. “We remain positive on domestic hospitality space led by demand-supply mismatch, FTA, increased corporate travel, and MICE will aid RevPAR growth,” the report said, quoted ANI.Citing estimates from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), it added that spending by domestic and international travellers is likely to nearly triple to Rs 33.95 trillion by 2034, aided by improvements in air, road and rail connectivity.Domestic air travel alone is expected to more than double, rising from 307 million passengers in FY24 to 693 million by FY30, which will further push demand for quality accommodation and hospitality services.As of March 2024, India had 3.4 million hotel rooms, of which only 11% belonged to the organised sector — around 375,000 branded keys. The luxury segment accounted for just 29,000 rooms across 230 hotels, or 17% of the organised share.The report pointed out that the demand-supply gap is stark in the luxury space, with rising incomes and evolving consumer choices driving demand for premium stays. However, high land costs, capital-intensive investments and long gestation periods are slowing supply growth.Despite constraints, the luxury hotel category is performing strongly, with average occupancy at 60-70% and average room rates (ARR) continuing to climb.With demand racing ahead of supply, India’s tourism and hospitality industry is expected to stay on a high growth path, the report said.
Snow leopard
The elusive snow leopard, often called the “ghost of the mountains,” are found in places like Hemis National Park in Ladakh, Nanda Devi National Park in Uttarakhand, and Spiti in Himachal Pradesh. A small, scattered population is also found in the higher reaches of Arunachal and Sikkim.
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Delhi Metro QR Tickets Are Now Available On ixigo Via ONDC; Seamless Booking Experience Ahead
One of India’s leading travel platforms, ixigo Trains, is making travel easy for Delhiites. The company has partnered with the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) and the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to launch Delhi Metro ticketing on the ixigo Trains app. With this new feature, passengers can book QR-based metro tickets directly through the app and make payments in-app. Scroll down for more details.
ixigo Trains Launches Delhi Metro QR Tickets
ixigo Trains has launches Delhi Metro ticketing services on its platform. With this launch, the app will become a one-stop solution to book trains, buses, flights, hotels, and metro. First-time users booking Delhi Metro tickets on the ixigo Trains app between 9-11 AM will receive 100% cashback up to ₹50 in ixigo money. On this, Dr. Vikas Kumar, Managing Director of DMRC, said that they aim to make travel convenient. The new launch will offer flexibility and encourage digital ticketing.
Mr. Dinesh Kumar Kotha, CEO of ixigo Trains & Confirmtkt, added, “Our aim at ixigo is to be the most customer-friendly travel platform. Millions of Indians already use ixigo for trains, buses, and flights. By adding Delhi Metro ticketing, commuters can enjoy a seamless last-mile travel experience, save time, avoid queues, and plan complete journeys on a single app. This partnership with DMRC and ONDC supports our vision of a connected travel ecosystem, encouraging digital-first commuting habits.”
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Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Network
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) operates on nearly 400 km of network. It is India’s largest and busiest metro system. In August 2025, it recorded its highest-ever single-day ridership of over 81 lakh journeys. The new ticketing feature on the ixigo app is part of efforts to strengthen the travel ecosystem and make daily commuting easier.
Since 2013, ixigo Trains has introduced various features for train travellers, including Travel Guarantee for waitlisted tickets, real-time train status with delay updates, predictions for waitlist, and more. It would be interesting to see how Delhi commuters will use this new feature for booking metro tickets.
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First Published: September 12, 2025 5:41 PM
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