Kochi (Kerala) [India], July 23: The Manappuram Unique Times Business Summit 2025, held on 17th July at the Gokulam Park Convention Centre, Kochi, brought together top-tier industry leaders and policymakers to explore how cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence and virtual reality are redefining the travel and mobility sectors.
Organized by Pegasus Global Pvt Ltd, under the visionary leadership of Dr. Ajit Ravi, the summit revolved around the theme:
“Revolutionizing Travel Through Technology: The Role of AI and Virtual Reality.”
Moderated by Dr. K. A. Kuriachan, Former District Governor of Rotary International District 3200, the session featured an illustrious panel including:
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Prasanna Patwardhan, President of the Bus and Car Operators Confederation of India
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Loknath Behera, Managing Director of Kochi Metro Rail Ltd
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V.C. Praveen, Vice Chairman of the Sree Gokulam Group of Companies
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Kanwarjit Singh Sawhney, Hon. Secretary of the Indian Tourist Transporters Association
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Babu Panicker, Additional Secretary of the Bus and Car Operators Confederation of India
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Manu G, Airport Director, Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL)
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Dr. Jolly Antony, Founder and CEO, Al Safina Travel & Tourism
The Business Summit was organized as a joint initiative by:
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Manappuram Finance Ltd
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Unique Times
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Bus & Car Operators Confederation of India (BOCI)
