Industry Event
Hotel and Restaurant Association (Western India) hosted the 7th HRAWI Conclave and Awards in Surat, recognising excellence across South Gujarat’s hospitality sector.
Regional Focus
Held at Regenta – The World, the event brought together industry stakeholders to celebrate achievements in innovation, sustainability, leadership, and operations.
Key Recognition
Chander Baljee of Royal Orchid Hotels was felicitated, alongside regional leaders including Arun Shetty and Sanat Relia.
Major Winners
Top honours included Lifetime Achievement for Bharat Shah, while Surat Marriott Hotel was named Most Iconic Hotel. Courtyard by Marriott Surat received recognition for Sustainable Green Hospitality, and Hilton Garden Inn Surat City Centre was awarded Best New Hotel.
F&B and Concept Awards
Restaurants and standalone concepts also featured prominently, highlighting the region’s growing culinary ecosystem and innovation-led dining formats.
Industry Dialogue
The conclave included panel discussions on key operational challenges such as food safety, fire prevention, and adoption of alternative energy sources in hospitality.
Sector Impact
The awards underscore the rapid evolution of South Gujarat as a hospitality hub, driven by infrastructure growth, rising tourism, and increased investment in branded hotels and F&B concepts.
Outlook
HRAWI continues to expand its regional engagement, with the Surat edition reinforcing its role in recognising excellence and fostering dialogue across India’s western hospitality markets.
