Swiggy Creator Con Unites India’s Food Community

Swiggy Creator Con: A Groundbreaking Event for India’s Food Community

By Nishang Narayan

Published on November 8, 2024

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Swiggy, India’s leading on-demand convenience platform, recently hosted the first-ever Swiggy Creator Con, an extraordinary event celebrating India’s thriving food community. Held in New Delhi, against the picturesque backdrop of Mehrauli near Qutub Minar, the event brought together over 700 food influencers, chefs, and entrepreneurs to explore the evolving intersections of food, culture, and digital innovation.

A New Era of Collaboration

Swiggy Creator Con marked a milestone in the Indian food landscape, offering a vibrant space for industry experts, influencers, and brands to connect and share ideas. With digital platforms increasingly shaping dining trends, this event underscored the interdependence of creators, chefs, and restaurant brands within India’s modern food ecosystem.

Swiggy’s Food Marketplace CEO, Rohit Kapoor, opened the event with a visionary address:
"Everyone is a creator today. Creators in the food world live to eat as much as they live to create. The Swiggy Creator Con brings our creator family together, helping us learn, grow, and express ourselves as a community."

Beyond the Plate: Insights from Food Experts

A standout session, Beyond the Plate – Interdependencies of the Modern Food Ecosystem, featured iconic names like Farah Khan, Pooja Dhingra, Rocky Singh, and Karan Tanna. The panel delved into how food, culture, and digital content are shaping consumer experiences and dining habits, sparking engaging and insightful discussions.

A Celebration of Food, Music, and Culture

The event was a harmonious blend of thought leadership and entertainment. Highlights included live performances by Hindi-Sufi artist Madhur Sharma, upbeat DJ sets, and engaging activities like crowd-participation games. Attendees also enjoyed a unique Tiki Talk between Rohit Kapoor and food influencer Gurpreet Singh Tikku, where they exchanged personal food stories and visions for the future.

Swiggy’s Vision for the Future

Through Creator Con, Swiggy showcased its commitment to empowering India’s food creators and brands while building a more connected and collaborative food culture. The event set the stage for continued innovation, growth, and inspiration in the Indian food ecosystem.

About Swiggy:

Founded in 2014, Swiggy is India’s leading on-demand convenience platform, delivering food, groceries, and more across 600+ cities. With cutting-edge services like Swiggy Instamart, Swiggy Dineout, and Swiggy Genie, it aims to elevate urban lifestyles with unmatched convenience. For more information, visit www.swiggy.com.

Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach and Vizag Runners Mark Independence Day with 80 KM Challenge

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on August 18, 2026

Marking India's 80th Independence Day, Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach, in collaboration with Vizag Runners, brought together Visakhapatnam's running and fitness community for a special 80 KM running challenge and Independence Day Run.

The initiative saw around 100 - 150 runners taking part, including members of Vizag Runners and team members of Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach.

The 80 KM challenge was created as a symbolic tribute to 80 years of India's independence, giving participants an opportunity to celebrate the occasion through fitness, movement and community spirit. The Independence Day Run further added to the celebrations, bringing runners from across the city together in an atmosphere of energy and national pride.

Lakshmi Sridhar, General Manager, Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach, said, “Independence Day is a celebration of unity and the spirit of togetherness. It was wonderful to see our Heartists (team members) and the running community come together to mark the occasion in such an active and meaningful way. The 80 KM challenge was not just about running, it was about coming together as a community and celebrating the freedom and spirit that unite us.”

The event also highlighted the connection between running and community building.

Balakrishna Rai, Founder & President, Vizag Runners, said, “Running has always brought people together through a shared sense of discipline, motivation and community. The 80 KM for 80 Years initiative was a meaningful way to celebrate Independence Day, and we were delighted to see such enthusiastic participation from runners across Visakhapatnam. Our collaboration with Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach made the celebration even more special.”

The initiative concluded with participants coming together to celebrate Independence Day through fellowship and a shared focus on an active lifestyle. The collaboration between Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach and Vizag Runners also showed how community-led activities can add a meaningful touch to national celebrations, bringing people together beyond traditional festivities.

Hospitality with a Heart: How The LaLiT is Building Inclusion and Skilling in India

By Author

Published on May 21, 2026

The LaLiT Suri Hospitality Group is continuing to strengthen its position beyond traditional hospitality operations by building a strong ecosystem focused on inclusion, skilling, and community development across India.

At the core of its approach is a “hospitality with a heart” philosophy that prioritises dignity, inclusion, and opportunity creation, positioning the group as one of the key private-sector contributors to socially inclusive hospitality practices in the country.

The group has reportedly impacted more than one million lives and directly supported over 300,000 individuals through initiatives spanning education, healthcare, employment, and skill development.

A key focus area has been inclusive employment, with the group emerging as one of India’s largest private-sector employers of transgender individuals, currently employing over 250 transgender professionals across various roles. It has also conducted multiple LGBTQIA+ job fairs reaching over 10,000 jobseekers and facilitating more than 1,500 job placements.

Hotel Association of India in partnership with The LaLiT Suri Hospitality School is working to bridge the gap between hospitality education and industry requirements, focusing on practical training, communication skills, and operational readiness for future professionals.

The skilling ecosystem also includes programmes such as PrideKraft and Emerging Queer Leaders in Hospitality, which have collectively trained thousands of LGBTQIA+ individuals and supported vocational development, creative workshops, and employment linkages. Additionally, scholarships have been extended to students from LGBTQIA+, differently-abled, and neurodivergent communities.

Beyond employment, the group has developed destination-led skilling initiatives in regions such as Khajuraho, Bekal, Mangar, and Goa, aimed at creating local employment opportunities within tourism ecosystems and reducing migration-driven workforce displacement.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the group also repurposed hotel infrastructure to support healthcare workers, including accommodation support, meal distribution, PPE assistance, and vaccination-related aid.

Through these initiatives, The LaLiT continues to position itself as a hospitality brand focused not only on luxury experiences but also on long-term social impact, community empowerment, and inclusive growth within India’s hospitality sector.

The LaLiT Suri Hospitality Group & Special Olympics Bharat Honour Mothers of Athletes

By Hariharan U

Published on May 14, 2026

The LaLiT Suri Hospitality Group, in collaboration with Special Olympics Bharat, hosted a heartfelt Mother’s Day evening at The LaLiT New Delhi to honour the mothers of Special Olympics athletes for their unwavering support, resilience, and love.

The event brought together mothers of athletes, celebrating their silent strength and the pivotal role they play in shaping their children’s journeys in sports and life. The evening was designed as a tribute to their dedication, sacrifice, and constant encouragement that continues to inspire athletic achievement and personal growth.

The gathering saw the presence of Dr. Jyotsna Suri, Chairperson & Managing Director of The LaLiT Suri Hospitality Group, along with Mallika Nadda and other dignitaries, who personally interacted with and felicitated the mothers for their inspiring journeys.

The evening concluded with an intimate high tea at The LaLiT New Delhi, where guests shared personal stories, experiences, and moments of emotional connection. The setting reflected the brand’s continued emphasis on meaningful hospitality experiences rooted in empathy and human connection.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Jyotsna Suri said that a mother’s love has the power to transform lives, and that the event was a celebration of women whose strength and belief help their children overcome challenges and achieve success. She added that hospitality, at its core, is about creating meaningful human connections, and the group was honoured to recognise such inspiring women.

The initiative reflects the shared commitment of The LaLiT Suri Hospitality Group and Special Olympics Bharat toward inclusion, empathy, and celebrating individuals who play a crucial role in shaping extraordinary journeys behind the scenes.

For more information, visit The LaLiT Hotels

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