IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) has partnered with The Job Plus and the Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC) to provide skills training and career opportunities for young people from underserved communities in India.
The long-term initiative aims to strengthen youth employability in the hospitality sector.
Aligned with its Journey to Tomorrow responsible business plan, IHG is addressing the industry’s growing skill gap, where many trained workers are leaving the sector, by supporting economic and social change through training and innovation. With IHG’s educational sponsorship, participants will have the chance to build careers that offer financial independence and choice rather than roles dictated by circumstance.
The Job Plus will oversee on-ground implementation by leveraging its expertise in skilling and employment across India’s hospitality sector, while THSC will assess and certify all participants under nationally recognised standards.
Sudeep Jain, managing director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “This partnership reflects our commitment to nurturing local talent, bridging the industry’s skill gap, and enabling young people from diverse backgrounds to build meaningful careers in hospitality. As we continue to grow in India, we remain focused on creating shared value – for our people, our partners, and the communities we serve, guided by our purpose of True Hospitality for Good.”
“Through this collaboration, we aim to strengthen the industry’s talent pipeline, align skilling with global hospitality standards, and create long-term, dignified career pathways for young individuals across India,” stated Divya Krishan, chief growth officer, The Job Plus.
THSC CEO Rajan Bahadur added: “At THSC, we believe true progress comes from empowering individuals through skills. This initiative is a step towards creating equitable opportunities, enabling youth to become confident professionals who strengthen the hospitality ecosystem.”
