The Hotel And Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI will conduct the second session of its Knowledge Series on Friday, 10th April 2026 at The Mirador Hotel in Mumbai. The full-day learning initiative is designed to equip hospitality professionals with the latest regulatory and policy updates critical to the sector.
The sessions are designed to address the evolving compliance landscape, covering critical topics including the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, GST updates, Labour Codes and Tourism Policy.
The Knowledge Series is designed to bridge the information gap and empower hospitality leaders with the clarity and confidence needed to navigate compliance requirements effectively. The sessions aim to provide actionable insights and promote meaningful dialogue between industry stakeholders and subject-matter experts.
Ernst & Young (E&Y) continues as the Official Knowledge Partner for the series. Following the success of the inaugural session in Pune, the Knowledge Series will be conducted monthly across regions in western India. Members and industry professionals are encouraged to register in advance to secure their participation.
Session Speakers:
DPDP Act & Information Security
- Abhijit Parab, Partner – Cybersecurity, Ernst & Young
GST
- Akshit Saraogi, Director, Global Trade and Customs, Indirect Tax, Ernst & Young
Labour Codes
- Tarun Pandey, Partner, Risk Consulting, Ernst & Young
- Siladitya Dasgupta, Director, Risk Consulting, Ernst & Young
- Anshul Shukla, Director, Risk Consulting, Ernst & Young
Tourism Policy
- Nikhil Padhye, Senior Manager, Tax & Regulatory, Ernst & Young
The series will feature expert presentations, panel discussions and interactive Q&A sessions, offering participants practical guidance on best practices and implementation. It is tailored for hotel owners, general managers, compliance heads, restaurateurs and senior hospitality professionals across the western region.
