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The prestigious 7th The Association of Hospitality Professionals (AHP) Excellence Awards 2024, held at the Air Force Auditorium in New Delhi, was a spectacular celebration of excellence and innovation in the hospitality sector. The event brought together leading hoteliers, chefs and industry leaders from across the country to honor the winners of the AHP Hospitality Challenge. With 350 hospitality professionals competing fiercely across 20 categories, the awards highlighted the extraordinary contributions of industry leaders shaping the future of hospitality.

This year’s event had a strong focus on sustainability and inclusiveness. A significant highlight was the involvement of 18 specially-disabled professionals, who displayed their exceptional talent, demonstrating that skill and excellence transcend boundaries. Their participation enriched the competition and underscored the industry’s dedication to equal opportunities for all. Additionally, single parents who excel as hoteliers received special recognition, emphasizing the resilience and commitment of individuals balancing professional success with personal responsibilities. This inspiring acknowledgment highlighted the industry’s commitment to diversity.

In addition to the awards ceremony, the event featured institute-wide panel discussions and keynote speeches by industry leaders. These sessions addressed the latest trends and challenges in the hospitality sector, providing valuable insights and emphasizing the importance of adapting to evolving consumer preferences and environmental considerations.

Mr. Vinod Gulati, President, Association of Hospitality Professionals expressed
Kudos to the participants, stating, “AHP Hospitality Excellence Awards 2024 is a certificate
The dedication and passion of our industry professionals. This year’s focus is sustainability and
Inclusivity has set a new standard for the future of hospitality. We are proud to recognize
The extraordinary contribution of our colleagues who continue to push the boundaries of excellence.”

Ms. Devipashita Gautam, Founder and General Secretary, Association of Hospitality
Professionals, added, “The 7th edition of AHP Hospitality Excellence Awards is not just an event but a
Celebrating the extraordinary achievements and dedication of hospitality professionals across India. This
The event emphasized the importance of sustainability, inclusiveness and innovation in shaping the future
Hospitality industry. Presence of special disabled professionals and recognition of singles
An outstanding parent as a hotelier is the industry’s commitment to diversity and
equal opportunity. We are honored to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our participants. their
Contribution inspires us all to strive for excellence and innovation. The event highlights vibrancy and
Dynamics of our industry. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone has
A chance to succeed and thrive.”

The Hospitality Challenge kicked off with a Front Office Master competition at Radisson Paschim Vihar, New Delhi, followed by three days of intense culinary competitions at Banarsidas Chandiwala IHM, New Delhi. The challenge resulted in four distinct competitions: The War of Spirit and Art of Table Setting, Art of Bed Making and Art of Towel Folding at Surya Hotel, New Delhi and The Park Hotel, New Delhi.

The evening concluded with a gala dinner, giving attendees the opportunity to network and celebrate their achievements. The spirit of camaraderie and shared dedication to excellence was evident, making the AHP Hospitality Excellence Awards 2024 a truly memorable and inspiring event for all participants.

As the hospitality industry continues to evolve, events like the AHP Hospitality Excellence Awards are essential to recognize and celebrate the dedication and hard work of professionals who strive for excellence every day. The Association of Hospitality Professionals is dedicated to supporting and promoting the growth and success of the industry, ensuring its vibrancy and dynamism in the coming years.

Winners in each category demonstrated exceptional talent and creativity. Here are the prestigious gold winners:

1. Front Office Master – 2024 (Professionals): Divyam Suri – Vivanta by Taj Surajkund
2. Front Office Master – 2024 (Students): Akshit Gambhir – Indian Hotel Academy
3. Front Office Master – 2024 (Special Capacity): Lalit Kumar Haldhar – Redfox Hotel Aerocity and Mahaveer Prasad – Lemon Tree Premiere, Aerocity
4. The Art of Bed Making – 2024: Saurabh KR Sharma – The Surya, New Delhi and Raj Kumar – The Park, New Delhi
5. The art of towel folding – 2024 (Professionals): Mithun Kumar – Radisson Blu Noida Sec. 55, Manoj Kumar – Radisson Blu Noida Sec. 55, and Dhriti Rava – The Park, New Delhi
6. The art of towel folding – 2024 (Special Ability): Kunj Bihari Mahor – India Habitat Centre, Rajeev Kumar – Lemon Tree Premiere, Aerocity, and Udham Singh – The Surya, New Delhi
7. The art of towel folding – 2024 (Students): Habib Mohammad KK – Amrita of Chennai and P Shiva – Amrita of Chennai
8. A battle of souls – 2024: Veer Singh – Radisson Hotel Sec-29 Gurugram
9. The art of table setting – 2024 (Professionals): Rohit Joshi – The Surya, New Delhi
10. The art of table setting – 2024 (Special Ability): Anshul – Radisson Blu Marina and Arun – Radisson Blu Marina
11. The art of napkin folding – 2024 (Students): Rhea Nagpal – Indian Hotel Academy and Sunny – Indian Hotel Academy
12. Sweet sensation – 2024: Tanmay Chug – Radisson Udyog Vihar
13. A cake dressing – 2024 (Students): D Balaji – Amrita of Chennai
14. Decorative breads – 2024: Ravi – Crowne Plaza Okhla and Pankaj Pandey – The Surya, New Delhi
15. International Confectionery – 2024: Nilesh Kumar – Eros Hotel, New Delhi
16. Kebab – 2024: Lalit Sharma – RedFox Aerocity
17. Indian regional cuisine – 2024: K Baskar – Eros Hotel, New Delhi
18. Confectionery – 2024: Country Inn & Suites by Rajesh – Radisson, Sahibabad
19. International cuisine – 2024: Vishal – India Habitat Centre
20. Biryani competition – 2024: Sachin Yadav – Radisson Blu Plaza, Mahipalpur
21. Minute Challenge – 2024 (Professionals): Ajay Bharadwaj – Taj City Center Gurugram
22. Minute Challenge – 2024 (Students): Shubham Singh Rawat – Indian Hotel Academy