MakeMyTrip Foundation Joins Hands with DTTDC to Support Dilli Haat - INA, Delhi's Living Showcase of Indian Craft

MakeMyTrip Foundation, the social impact arm of MakeMyTrip, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation (DTTDC) to support the enhancement of Dilli Haat - INA, one of the capital's most loved cultural spaces and, for hundreds of artisans from across India, a vital marketplace and source of livelihood.

Partnership Overview
- MoU Signed: MakeMyTrip Foundation with Delhi Tourism & Transportation Development Corporation (DTTDC)
- Objective: Enhance visitor experience and sustainability at Dilli Haat – INA, a cultural hub and artisan marketplace.
- Significance: First urban cultural partnership for MakeMyTrip Foundation, after initiatives in afforestation, mangrove plantation, and Himalayan community tourism.

Planned Enhancements
- Greener landscaping to strengthen the open-air character.
- Upgraded pathway & promenade lighting for safer, more welcoming evenings.
- Improved washroom hygiene & maintenance for visitor comfort.

Key Voices
- Rekha Gupta, CM of Delhi: Dilli Haat is central to Delhi’s cultural fabric and night tourism vision.
- Kapil Mishra, Minister of Art, Culture & Tourism: The haat is a meeting point of artisans and visitors; collaborations like this strengthen Delhi’s cultural ecosystem.
- Suneel Anchipaka, MD, DTTDC: Enhancements will make Dilli Haat more inviting for families and visitors after dark.
- Rajesh Magow, Co-Founder & CEO, MakeMyTrip: Partnership aligns with responsible tourism—protecting environment, empowering communities, and preserving heritage.

Impact
- Supports hundreds of artisans with better infrastructure and visibility.
- Strengthens Delhi’s night tourism economy.
- Positions Dilli Haat as a more sustainable, family-friendly cultural destination.

This collaboration is a strong example of how corporate social responsibility can directly uplift cultural heritage spaces while also aligning with tourism growth strategies.