Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, has been honoured as one of the Top 50 Innovative Companies at the CII Industrial Innovation Awards 2025. The recognition underscores IHCL’s continued emphasis on innovation, service excellence, and sustainability-driven practices, which remain integral to its long-term growth strategy.
Commenting on the achievement, Gaurav Pokhariyal, Executive Vice President – Human Resources, IHCL, said, “Innovation is a key driver of IHCL’s transformation and performance, aligned with our purpose of pioneering responsible change and creating long-term value for all stakeholders. As we advance on our ‘Accelerate 2030’ journey, this recognition reinforces our focus on building a learning-led, high-performance culture. Guided by Paathya, our ESG+ framework, we remain committed to strengthening sustainability, community impact, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.”
Instituted in 2014, the CII Industrial Innovation Awards recognise Indian organisations that demonstrate excellence in developing and sustaining innovation across sectors. Over the years, the awards have emerged as one of India’s most respected platforms for celebrating innovation, spotlighting enterprises that are shaping competitive advantage in both domestic and global markets.
