Archive · 2 Jun 2025
ixigo CEO: Better Infrastructure, Hotels Needed to Boost Inbound Tourism
Imagine people from other countries want to visit India.
The CEO of ixigo, a travel company, says that India needs to make it easier and more appealing for them.
Right now, not as many tourists are coming as before because countries are focusing on their own local tourism.
He suggests India needs to build better roads, airports, and have more nice hotels.
A recent attack in a place called Pahalgam also made things worse for tourism there.
Despite these problems, the travel company is doing well and making more money.
They plan to grow faster than other travel companies, like they did last year.
The company's profits and cash flow are also increasing.
ixigo CEO Aloke Bajpai emphasizes the need for improved infrastructure and high-quality hotels to attract more international tourists to India.
Inbound tourism is lagging, partially due to governments prioritizing domestic tourism.
A terror attack in Pahalgam negatively impacted tourism in Jammu and Kashmir.
ixigo reported a strong quarter with a 128% increase in profit after tax.
The company aims for significant growth, with online travel expected to grow over 18%.
- Who
- Aloke Bajpai, CEO of ixigo Group.
- What
- ixigo CEO discusses India's inbound tourism and financial performance.
- When
- May 15
- Where
- India
- Why
- To highlight the need for better infrastructure and quality hotels to attract international tourists and discuss company performance.
Government Policies
Tourism Industry
Inbound Tourism
Government Policies
Some governments focus on domestic tourism which can be a hindrance.
Tourism Industry
Needs better infrastructure and high-quality hotels to attract international tourists.
- ixigo Q4 FY25 Profit After Tax
- ₹16.8 crore
- ixigo YoY Growth in Pahalgam Bookings (April)
- 70%
- ixigo FY25 Cash Flow from Operations
- ₹122 crore
- Overall Travel Market Growth (Projected)
- 8-9%
- Online Travel Growth (Projected)
- Over 18%