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Thomas Cook India Becomes Exclusive Partner for National Games 2025

Written by: Team Angel OneUpdated on: Jan 28, 2025, 3:04 PM IST
Thomas Cook India partners with the Government for the National Games 2025, managing accommodation, catering, and transport for 20,000 participants.
Thomas Cook India Becomes Exclusive Partner for National Games 2025
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Thomas Cook (India) Limited has secured a significant role as the exclusive partner for the National Games 2025. This Olympic-style event will take place in Uttarakhand from January 28 to February 14, 2025, bringing together top athletes, support staff, and dignitaries from across India. Known for its robust travel and event management expertise, Thomas Cook will manage accommodation, catering, and transport for a contingent of 20,000 people, including over 10,000 athletes.

The share price of Thomas Cook has recovered from the intraday low of ₹140.83 on the NSE to ₹146.51 as of 1:40 PM on January 28, 2025. 

Comprehensive Event Management at Scale

The partnership highlights Thomas Cook India’s operational capabilities and attention to detail. Here’s what their involvement entails:

  • Accommodation Management: Over 50,000 room nights across 11 locations.
  • Catering Services: Providing more than 250,000 meals through live kitchens.
  • Transport Solutions: Handling 5,000 coach duties and 12,000 small vehicle trips for seamless logistics.
  • 24/7 Control Room: A dedicated toll-free helpline to address event-related queries.

To ensure everything runs smoothly, Thomas Cook has assembled a 200-member team to oversee operations across 32 venues during the 18-day event.

Emphasising Sustainability with the ‘Green Games’ Initiative

In alignment with sustainability goals, Thomas Cook India is championing the ‘Green Games’ initiative. As part of this effort:

  • 1,000 trees will be planted during the Games.
  • Sustainable practices will be integrated into every aspect of event management.

This reinforces the company’s commitment to reducing its environmental footprint while setting a benchmark for eco-friendly event management.

Supporting Athletes with Physiotherapy Services

As a goodwill gesture, Thomas Cook India is sponsoring physiotherapy services for the Games. A team of 54 trained physiotherapists, including project leads and specialists, will ensure that athletes receive top-notch care to perform at their best. Accommodation, transport, and catering for the physiotherapy team will also be managed by Thomas Cook.

Words from the Leadership

Reflecting on this prestigious collaboration, Mr Rajeev Kale, President & Country Head – Holidays, MICE, and Visa at Thomas Cook India, remarked: “The much anticipated National Games 2025, to be inaugurated by the Honourable Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi, celebrates India’s top athletes while playing a pivotal role in advancing India’s sports ecosystem by nurturing talent and inspiring future generations of champions to represent India on the global stage. So, it is truly an honour for us at Thomas Cook India to be selected for the second consecutive year, as the exclusive partner for the prestigious National Games across key elements of accommodation, catering and transport.”

About Thomas Cook India

Established in 1881, Thomas Cook India is a leading travel and event management company with services ranging from foreign exchange to leisure travel. With a global footprint across 28 countries and a legacy of operational excellence, the company continues to set industry benchmarks.

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Published on: Jan 28, 2025, 3:04 PM IST

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