Thomas Cook (India) Limited has secured an exclusive partnership with the Government to manage key services for the 38th National Games 2025 in Uttarakhand. The Olympic-style sporting event, scheduled from January 28 to February 14, will showcase 32 sporting disciplines and 4 demonstration events. It will bring together elite athletes from across India’s States and Union Territories. Here are all of the other important details that you would need to know about this particular contract that Thomas Cook (India) signed with the government.
2025 National Games Of India: Thomas Cook To Provide Amenities
As the exclusive partner, Thomas Cook India will orchestrate accommodation, catering and transport services for a 20,000-strong contingent. This includes 10,000 athletes, 5,000 support staff and 3,000 dignitaries. The company has assembled a dedicated team of 200 members to oversee operations across 11 locations and 32 venues throughout the 18-night event.
The scope of services encompasses managing 50,000 room nights and preparing over 250,000 meals in live kitchens. It will also coordinate more than 5,000 coaches and 12,000 small vehicle duties. A round-the-clock control room with a toll-free number will provide comprehensive support for event-related queries.
In a notable gesture of goodwill, Thomas Cook (India) is sponsoring physiotherapy services throughout the Games. A specialist team of 54 physiotherapists, comprising a project lead, 4 lead physiotherapists, and 50 male and female practitioners, will provide essential support across all venues.
More Details About The Partnership
The company will also manage accommodation, transport and catering for the physiotherapy team. Supporting the Green Games initiative, Thomas Cook India has committed to planting over 1,000 trees.
Rajeev Kale, President & Country Head of Holidays, MICE, Visa, emphasised the company’s pride in being selected for the second consecutive year.
He highlighted their commitment to operational excellence and sustainability, whilst noting that the Games, to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, play a crucial role in advancing India’s sporting ecosystem and nurturing future champions.
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