India Convention Promotion Bureau announces new leadership team

BW Online Bureau Nov 11, 2024

A key priority for the new leadership is to work closely with India’s Ministry of Tourism to bolster ICPB's international presence

The India Convention Promotion Bureau (ICPB) has elected a new leadership team for the 2024-26 term, appointing office bearers unopposed at its Annual General Meeting in New Delhi.

The newly elected office bearers include Chander Mansharamani as Vice-Chairperson, Sudeep Sarcar as Honorary Secretary, and Amit Saroj, who continues as Honorary Treasurer. With deep industry insights and a shared vision, the team is set to strengthen India’s presence in the MICE market, leveraging the nation’s unique appeal and robust infrastructure to attract international events.

“Our goal is to transform ICPB into a truly pan-India organisation that reaches every region of the country, engaging more regional players in the MICE industry,” he stated. “By expanding our membership base nationwide, we’re paving the way for a stronger, unified approach. This strategy will ensure that ICPB’s initiatives are inclusive and reflect the diversity and energy of India’s MICE sector.”

Mansharamani has come up with an ambitious plan to restructure ICPB’s approach, aligning it with global standards where convention bureaus often receive significant government support. His strategy includes advocating for government-backed operational funding and financial incentives to aid conference organisers, particularly in bidding for international conventions.

A key priority for the new leadership is to work closely with India’s Ministry of Tourism to bolster ICPB's international presence. This includes a greater emphasis on representing India at global trade fairs, funding roadshows domestically and abroad, and allocating a dedicated advertising budget to promote the MICE sector specifically.

Here is the list of all ICPB Board Members for Term 2024 – 2026