Smaller cities power India’s corporate travel surge
Published on: June 21, 2026, 10:49 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Corporate travel in India is increasingly shifting towards smaller cities, with nearly 60% of bookings now originating from or heading to these locations. Manufacturing hubs in Tier 2 and 3 cities are driving this trend, with executive travel dominating hotel bookings in nearly 200 non-metro areas. This surge is prompting hospitality companies to expand their presence in these emerging business centers.
