Mumbai, Mar 02: The Hotel And Restaurant Association HRAWI hosted the 6th edition of its HRAWI Conclave and Awards for ‘Empowering Hospitality’ on February 26 at the Ramsukh Resorts & Spa in Mahabaleshwar. The prestigious ceremony recognised outstanding contributions across categories including innovation, leadership, sustainability, legacy and operational excellence across the hospitality sector in Mahabaleshwar. The event honoured individuals and establishments whose dedication and vision have significantly raised industry standards and inspired growth across the region. Mr Jayasinh Mariwala, Chairman, OmniActive Health Technologies, Food Service (India) Pvt. Ltd. and Autohangar India Pvt Ltd., graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and was felicitated by the Association.
“I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the hospitality professionals whose commitment and exceptional work have propelled the growth of tourism and hospitality across Mahabaleshwar, Panchgani, and the nearby locations. I congratulate all the awardees; your dedication continues to inspire our entire industry. I also thank all the distinguished guests and colleagues who joined us. Your presence enriched our discussions and strengthened our collective mission to elevate hospitality excellence,” says Mr. Jimmy Shaw, President, HRAWI.
The awards were presented to the Fountain Taj for Lifetime Achievement received by Mr Gaurav Chandan, Owner followed by Hotel Dreamland for the Founder’s Excellence in Regional Cuisine received by Mr Manish Tejani, Partner; Vyanjan Fine N Dine for Innovation in Dining received by its Director – Mr Ajay Shashikant Shinde; Ramsukh Resorts & Spa for Excellent Contribution to Tourism in Mahabaleshwar received by Mr Pralhad Rathi, Owner; II Plazzo Villas for Best Iconic Hotel – Panchgani received by Ms Lilly Kobad Davierwalla; Bella Vista for Best Boutique Resort – Mahabaleshwar received by Ms Yashi Gaur, Director; Prospect Hotel for Best Boutique Resort – Award received by Mr Shahram Javanmardi, Owner; Mapro Garden for Sustainable Hospitality received by Mr Mayur Vora, CMD; Tranquil Resort and Spa for Best New Hotel – Mahabaleshwar received by Mr Nihal Dilip Shinde, Owner; Evershine Resort Mahabaleshwar for General Manager of the Year – Mahabaleshwar received by Mr Manoj Varma, Sr. General Manager; 7 Grand Lounge for the Best Restaurant – Mahabaleshwar received by Ms Vishaka Ayalur, Owner; Café Cocano for the Best Restaurant – Panchgani received by Mr Karan Tejani, Partner; Le Meridien Mahabaleshwar Resort & Spa for Contribution to Eco-Tourism – Mahabaleshwar received by Ms Reshma Godbole, Director; Fountain Taj for Architecture & Heritage Hospitality Excellence received by Mr Gaurav Chandan, Owner; Bharat Hotel, Mahabaleshwar for Transformative Impact on Tourism Development received by Mr Aniket Agarwal, Owner; Hotel Gautam for Best Valley View Hotel received by Mr Ramesh Kaul, Owner; Uday Hotel Mahabaleshwar for Best Traditional Thali received by Mr Uday Shah, General Manager; Mapro Garden for Best Strawberry-to-Table Concept received by Ms Gauri Sawant, General Manager Operations; Evershine Resort Mahabaleshwar for Best Adventure Resorts received by Mr Navin Kumar, Operation Manager; Kokanratna Holiday Resorts Private Limited – On Wheelz Amusement Park for Best Amusement Park received by Mr Aditya Saiprasad Samant, Director and Brightland Resort & Spa for Best Luxury Stay received by Mr Vijay Shewakramani Managing Director.
Special awards were presented to Dr Prem Nipun Seth, an experienced paediatrician associated with Bombay Hospital for supporting healthcare initiatives and community welfare; Mr Sanjay Parthe, Sahyadri Adventure Trekers & Sport Association, Mahabaleshwar and Bel – Air Hospital and Health Resort for their outstanding contributions and selfless service in the Mahabaleshwar–Panchgani region.
In a special gesture, HRAWI felicitated Mr Pralhad Rathi, Owner of Ramsukh Resorts & Spa and President of Mahabaleshwar Hotel Restaurant Association; Mr Javed Sunesara, President, Panchgani Hotels and Welfare Association (PHWA) and Mr Vijay Shewakramani, Managing Director, Brightland Resort & Spa, for their continued contributions to the hospitality landscape of the region.
Prior to the awards ceremony, the gathering engaged in insightful knowledge sessions covering critical industry topics such as Legal Issues in Food Safety and Pest Control, and the DPDP Act & Information Security, reinforcing HRAWI’s commitment to continuous learning and regulatory preparedness.
The 6th HRAWI Conclave and Awards marked yet another milestone in the Association’s legacy of recognising excellence, having previously been successfully hosted in Pune, Ahmedabad, Nagpur, Nashik, Lonavala and Indore.
