Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation (CITCO) has brought laurels to the city by winning the prestigious “Best Hotel in Budget” award at the 10th Edition of the B2B International Tourism Expo, Conclave & Travel Awards (ITCTA 2025), held at Hotel Le Meridien, New Delhi, on July 26, 2025. This recognition highlights CITCO’s consistent excellence in providing quality hospitality services at affordable rates, while ensuring high levels of guest satisfaction.

The award ceremony witnessed participation from renowned travel professionals, government officials, and tourism partners from across the country and abroad. Mr. Harmilan Singh, Deputy General Manager (Hotels), represented CITCO and received the award on behalf of the Corporation.

Over the past year, CITCO has undertaken significant initiatives to enhance guest experience. These include comprehensive renovation and upgradation of its hotel infrastructure, enrolment with leading online travel platforms like MakeMyTrip to increase digital reach, and the introduction of attractive offers and promotional menus at its restaurants, aimed at both tourists and local patrons.

Sh. Hari Kallikkat, IAS, Managing Director, CITCO, stated “This award is a proud moment for Chandigarh and a testament to the tireless efforts of our team. We have consistently worked to upgrade our services, modernize our facilities, and adapt to evolving guest expectations. 

This national recognition further strengthens CITCO’s position as a trusted and dynamic player in India’s tourism and hospitality industry, committed to innovation, affordability, and guest satisfaction.