All India Resort Development Association (AIRDA) joined the FAITH Board of Directors

Mr. Rajiv Mehra, General Secretary of the Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism & Hospitality (FAITH), informed that the All India Resort Development Association (AIRDA), who were previously associated with FAITH as Cause Partners, have officially joined the FAITH Board of Directors with effect from 1st November 2025.

Organization:
All India Resort Development Association (AIRDA), which represents India’s timeshare and vacation ownership sector.

New Role:
AIRDA has officially joined the Board of Directors of FAITH (Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism & Hospitality).

FAITH Overview:
- Umbrella body of India’s leading travel, tourism, and hospitality associations.
- Includes organizations like IATO (Indian Association of Tour Operators), TAAI (Travel Agents Association of India), HAI (Hotel Association of India), and others.
- Acts as a unified voice for policy advocacy, industry standards, and sustainable growth in tourism.

Significance of AIRDA’s Inclusion:
- Brings representation of the vacation ownership and resort development sector into national tourism policymaking.
- Strengthens FAITH’s ability to address diverse segments of tourism, from hotels and airlines to resorts and timeshare communities.
- Enhances collaboration between mainstream hospitality and niche resort development, ensuring inclusive growth for India’s tourism ecosystem

Broader Impact
- Policy Influence: AIRDA’s seat on the FAITH Board gives timeshare and resort operators a stronger voice in government consultations.
- Industry Synergy: Encourages cross-sector partnerships between resorts, hotels, tour operators, and travel agents.
- Community Development: Aligns with AIRDA’s mission of promoting sustainable resort growth and responsible tourism practices.

This move signals a wider recognition of the resort and vacation ownership industry as a key contributor to India’s tourism economy.