The Hotel and Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI – will stage the third edition of its Knowledge Series on 15 July 2026 at the Fortune Miramar in Goa. This full-day programme is designed to equip hospitality professionals with actionable insights into the regulatory landscape reshaping India’s hotel and restaurant sector.
Regulatory Deep-Dive for Hoteliers
The agenda zeroes in on three critical compliance areas: the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP), Goods and Services Tax (GST) updates, and the new Labour Codes. Each topic will be unpacked by subject-matter experts from Ernst & Young, which continues as the Official Knowledge Partner for the series.
Abhijit Parab, Partner in Cybersecurity at EY, will lead the discussion on the DPDP Act, addressing data privacy obligations for hotel operators handling guest information. Akshit Saraogi, Director of Global Trade and Customs, Indirect Tax at EY, will cover recent GST amendments affecting F&B and accommodation services. Anshul Shukla, Director of Risk Consulting at EY, will provide clarity on the Labour Codes, including wage and social security provisions that directly impact staffing and compliance.
The format combines presentations, panel discussions, and interactive Q&A sessions, ensuring participants leave with practical guidance they can apply immediately. The event targets hotel owners, general managers, compliance heads, and senior hospitality professionals across western India.
Building on Momentum in Pune and Mumbai
Following successful editions in Pune and Mumbai, HRAWI is expanding the Knowledge Series to Goa, a key leisure and MICE destination. The association plans to hold similar sessions regularly across its region, which includes Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Goa, and the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
HRAWI, a 76-year-old industry body, is part of the Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), founded in 1950 by J.R.D. Tata. The association represents hotels and restaurants across western India, advocating for policy and regulatory clarity.
For travel professionals – particularly those in hospitality, MICE, and destination management – staying abreast of data protection and tax changes is essential. The Knowledge Series offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from EY consultants without the usual consulting fees. MICE events like this are increasingly vital for industry education and networking.
Advance registration is recommended, as space is limited. HRAWI encourages members and non-members alike to secure their place early.
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