Thomas Cook India : signs MOU with the Government of Gujarat

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Thomas Cook India s igns MOU with the Government of Gujarat Strategic partnership to boost & promote Gujarat's domes tic tourism Mumbai/Rajkot: January 13, 2026: In a strategic move to promote Gujarat as a vibrant tourism destination across India, Thomas Cook (India) Limited - India's leading omnichannel travel services company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Government of Gujarat (Gujarat Tourism). The collaboration is aimed at enhancing Gujarat's visibility and appeal among Indian travellers through focused destination promotion initiatives. The MOU was signed on January 12, 2026, at Marwadi University, Rajkot, during the Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2026. The agreement was formalised by Mr. Ravindrasinh Jadeja - Officer on Special Duty, Tourism Department, Government of Gujarat, and Mr. Romil Pant, Executive Vice President & Business Head -Leisure, Thomas Cook (India) Limited , in the presence of state dignitaries and senior officials. This partnership brings together Gujarat Tourism's destination development vision with Thomas Cook India's extensive omnichannel, pan-India distribution network, focus on product development, deep consumer insights and marketing expertise. Beyond destination awareness, the collaboration will focus on structured training and knowledge-building initiatives for Thomas Cook India's travel experts and channel partners, enabling stronger destination advocacy and conversion. The MOU aims to actively promote Gujarat tourism and drive increased arrivals and visitation by enhancing awareness and consideration for the state's diverse offerings-ranging from heritage and culture to spirituality, wildlife, nature and experiential travel-across key domestic source markets. As part of the MOU, the Government of Gujarat will support Thomas Cook India in obtaining necessary permissions, registrations, approvals and clearances, as applicable, in accordance with existing state policies, rules and regulations. Mr. Rajeev Kale, President & Country Head - Holidays, MICE, Visa, Thomas Cook (India) Limited said, "We are honoured to sign this MOU with the Government of Gujarat and partner with a State that sets a strong benchmark for growth and collaboration. This partnership is perfectly timed, as Gujarat continues to strengthen its position on India's tourism map-anchored by iconic attractions such as Gir Forest, the Rann of Kutch and the Statue of Unity, alongside its rich cultural heritage, spiritual centres, diverse wildlife experiences and a growing portfolio of lesser-known yet compelling destinations across the State. Our intent is to drive a multi-pronged strategy spanning leisure, MICE and BLeisure travel, while leveraging Thomas Cook India's omnichannel/ phygital clicks & bricks model and our loyal consumer base. Backed by our consumer insights, engagement platforms and on-ground expertise, my team and I look forward to working closely with Gujarat Tourism to promote the destination, stimulate vis itation and contribute meaningfully to the sustained growth of touris m in the State." About Thomas Cook (India) Limited: Set up in 1881, Thomas Cook (India) Limited (TCIL) is the leading omnichannel travel company in the country offering a broad spectrum of services including Foreign Exchange, Corporate Travel, MICE, Leisure Travel, Value Added Services, and Visa Services. It operates leading B2C and B2B brands including Thomas Cook, SOTC, TCI, SITA, Asian Trails, Allied TPro, Australian Tours Management, Desert Adventures, Travel Circle International Limited (TCI 勝景遊), Sterling Holiday Resorts Limited, Distant Frontiers, TC Tours, Digiphoto Entertainment Imaging (DEI), Go Vacation, Private Safaris East & South Africa. As one of the largest travel service provider networks headquartered in the Asia-Pacific region, The Thomas Cook India Group spans 28 countries across 5 continents. TCIL has been felicitated with MICE Powerhouse at MaxiiiMICE Awards 2025, Outbound Travel Operator of the Year (2024) and MICE Travel Operator of the Year (2024 & 2023) at The Economic Times Travel & Tourism Annual Awards, MICE Travel Agency (Outbound) at the Economic Times MICE & Wedding Tourism Awards 2024, 'Masters of Risk - Travel & Hospitality' at India Risk Management Awards 2024, MICE Tour Operator of the Year - Outbound at SATTE 2024, Best Tour Operator at India Travel Awards North 2023, winner of the Corporate Citizen Award (Travel Tourism & Hospitality) at the Corporate Citizen Conclave & Award 2023, The Outbound Tour Operator of the Year 2022 at the SATTE Awards, IAMAI India Digital Awards 2022, CNBC-TV18 & ICICI Lombard India Risk Management Award - Travel & Leisure Category 2022 & 2021, CIO100 Award for digital innovation 2022. CRISIL has upgraded the rating on debt programs and bank facilities of TCIL - 'CRISIL AA/Stable' on the long-term bank facilities of TCIL and 'CRISIL A1+' rating on the short-term bank facilities and short- term debt of the company. The highest rating for a travel & tourism company in India. For more information, please visit https://www.thomascook.in Fairbridge Capital (Mauritius) Limited, a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, is the promoter of TCIL with a shareholding of 63.83% of its paid-up capital. About Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited: Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited is a holding company which, through its subsidiaries, is primarily engaged in property and casualty insurance and reinsurance and the associated investment management. Founded in 1985 by the present Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. V. Prem Watsa, the company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Its common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol FFH and in U.S. dollars under the symbol FFH.U. About Subsidiaries of Thomas Cook (India) Limited (TCIL): Sterling Holiday Resorts Limited Sterling Holiday Resorts Limited Sterling Holiday Resorts Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of TCIL is a leading leisure hospitality company with over 55 resorts, hotels and retreats across 48 locations in India covering hills, beaches, jungles, waterfront, adventure, heritage, pilgrimage and drive-to locations. Sterling provides a variety of offerings: Leisure holidays through FIT packages, Meetings & Conferences, Weddings, Reunions, Picnics and Holidays. SOTC Travel Limited SOTC Travel Limited is a step-down subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings held through its Indian listed subsidiary, Thomas Cook (India) Limited (TCIL). SOTC Travel is a leading omnichannel travel and tourism company active across various travel segments including Leisure Travel, Incentive Travel and Business Travel. Established in 1949, SOTC is an Indian-grown brand with a legacy of over 75 years. Since then, it has escorted millions of travellers across the globe to various destinations around the globe. The Company firmly believes that today, 'No one understands the Indian Traveller better than SOTC'. Travel Corporation (India) Limited Travel Corporation (India) Limited (TCI) (operating brands Sita, TCI and Distant Frontiers), a wholly owned subsidiary of TCIL, is the leading Destination Management Company in India that offers tailor-made travel and related services to India, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka. DEI Holdings Limited Thomas Cook India Group holds 51% stake in DEI Holdings Limited (DEI), one of the world's leading imaging solutions and services providers. For more information, vis it: Sterling Holiday Resorts Limited: http://www.sterlingholidays.com SOTC Travel Limited: http://www.sotc.in Media Enquiries: Suzanne Pereira | +91 9820297665 | [email protected] Shourya Rawool | +91 9619745154 | [email protected] Ancy Johnas | +91 7678042720 | [email protected]

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