Travel, tourism sector sees 44% jump in hiring in Aug: Report
Pre-pandemic trends indicate that the travel and tourism sector experienced a robust 16 per cent growth in 2019, however, with the pandemic-related disruptions, travel restrictions and lockdowns, there was a 47 per cent fall in job postings in 2020 and 27 per cent dip in 2021.
While the industry began to bounce back with a marginal 3 per cent growth in hiring in 2022, it has dramatically recovered this year, as people regained confidence in travel, the report stated.
The foundit report is based on the data as of August 2023.
The report also includes annual data comparisons for the period August 2023, against August 2022.
«The travel and tourism industry has truly bounced back from the pandemic with a boom, driven significantly by the government initiatives focused on infrastructural development and heritage promotion.
»India has also opened its doors by allowing 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) for tourism construction projects, and participation in the G20 summit has further bolstered sustainable tourism in the country," foundit, a Quess company, CEO Sekhar Garisa said.
Notably, emerging technologies such as AI and AR/VR are playing a role in driving growth and enhancing visitor experiences in the industry, promising to continue shaping the future of Indian tourism, he said.
«Looking ahead, the industry must adapt to changing traveller demands by offering unique, sustainable, and well-promoted experiences.
»The key is to focus on niche segments with high growth potential, such as wellness, adventure, sustainability, and cultural tourism.
