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EaseMyTrip strengthens its leadership team; elevates Nutan Gupta as COO
Mumbai: EaseMyTrip.com, one of India’s largest online travel tech platforms, has elevated Nutan Gupta as its chief operating officer (COO). In her new role, she will be overseeing key functional areas such as business strategy and development, operations and supplier-building initiatives for the company.
Gupta joined EaseMyTrip in 2018 as president – alliance and during her tenure, she was the integral part, contributing towards building the brand and supplier relationship. Prior to this, Gupta has worked with various renowned firms helping them achieve their business goals.
She is a professional bringing over 30 years of experience in the aviation, travel and tourism industries, wherein she has held multifaceted portfolios in leadership roles, both in airlines and tour companies. She is well recognised for her spirit of never giving up, strong will power and hard work. Gupta has handled diverse roles in key areas of sales and marketing, market research and business development, revenue management, international relations and brand building. Her core expertise lies in devising and successfully implementing business strategies for seamless operations for startups in the aviation sector and various tour companies. Additionally, Gupta was closely involved in foundation building, forward planning, financial strategy and conceptualisation, and the launch of marketing campaigns for companies.
Gupta said, “EaseMyTrip’s journey has been inspiring. In a short span, the company has established itself as a successful brand in the travel and tourism industry. It is working with an innovative business model and is doing all it takes to fulfill its customers’ evolving demands. It’s an honour to be associated with such a progressive and nurturing company and I am excited as I adorn the new role of a COO. With my industry expertise and the team’s passion and skillsets, we will together take the brand to greater heights.”
EaseMyTrip co-founder Rikant Pittie said, “Nutan Gupta has been associated with us for over five years now and has contributed significantly to the brand’s growth with her business acumen and impeccable leadership. We are delighted as she takes over the new role as the COO of the company and extend our best wishes and support. We are confident that she will continue to drive the company’s growth and help EaseMyTrip reach the zenith. With her innovative mindset, creative outlook and in-depth understanding of the industry, we intend to etch a promising future for the company. We strongly believe that Mrs Gupta’s vast experience, business insight, industry relationships will be a guiding force for EaseMyTrip.”
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
