The vibrant city of Surat witnessed a landmark moment as the Installation and Inauguration Ceremony of the newly formed Skål International Surat – South Gujarat club took place at Emerald 1, Orange Megastructure LLP (formerly TGB). The ceremony was graced by the presence of Skal International India board members and was filled with energy, enthusiasm, and commitment from all participants.

This newest addition to the Skal India family marks a significant step in the organization’s mission to establish active clubs in every state and union territory of the country. The event featured valuable discussions, forward-thinking suggestions, and a shared vision for collaborative growth in the tourism and hospitality sector.

“It is heartening to see the spirit with which Surat has embraced the Skal movement. This club is set to become a beacon of positive change for the region’s tourism community. Our mission remains to be the unified voice of progress and cooperation in Indian travel and hospitality,” said Sanjeev Mehra, President, Skal International India.

The Skal International Surat – South Gujarat team also shared their enthusiasm for the future. “We are honored to become part of this global movement. With passion, purpose, and partnership, we aim to elevate Surat’s presence in the international tourism map,” said Rajiv Shah, President, Skål International Surat – South Gujarat.

The office bearers of the newly inaugurated club are Rajiv Shah - President, Vikas Gupta - Vice President, Sumit Bansal – Secretary, Vimal Vaghani – Treasurer, Sumit Saluja - Director-PR, Communication & CSR, and Nitin Gupta – Membership Development Officer.

Skal India continues its journey with renewed zeal to foster professional camaraderie, build bridges across borders, and create opportunities that benefit the industry and its stakeholders. Here's to many more milestones ahead as the future of tourism in India takes shape.

About Skal International India: 

Skal International India is part of Skal International, the world’s largest global network of travel, tourism, and hospitality professionals in leadership roles, with over 13,000 members across 85 countries. The organization is dedicated to promoting global tourism, business ethics, and cultural understanding through its vast network of chapters and events.