Gurugram, October 19, 2026: Radisson Hotel Group, The Job Plus and the Tourism & Hospitality Skill Council (THSC) have partnered under R.A.H.I. (Radisson Advancing Hope & Inclusion) to skill 3,000 young people over the next seven years. The initiative aims to improve access to formal hospitality employment for youth from underserved communities through industry-led training, certification and placement support. 

The programme currently draws participants from more than 14 states and regions, including the Northeastern states, West Bengal, Uttarakhand, Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh and Telangana. It particularly focuses on young people from economically disadvantaged families and first-generation entrants to the formal workforce.

Participants undergo a 45-day training programme to prepare for Guest Service Associate roles in housekeeping, food and beverage (F&B), and front office operations. The curriculum combines classroom learning, practical training, industry immersion, National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF) Level 4 assessments and certification through THSC. Participants also receive placement preparation and opportunities to attend multiple job interviews.

According to the partners, around 80% of beneficiaries have secured formal employment to date. The training also opens potential career pathways in corporate hospitality, managed workspaces and facility management. The partners are working to align the curriculum with industry requirements and introduce a dedicated Radisson Connect component to familiarise participants with hotel operations, service standards and career opportunities.

“Hospitality is a people-driven industry, and investing in talent is essential to its long-term growth. Through R.A.H.I., we are working to create opportunities for young people to develop the skills and confidence needed to build meaningful careers in hospitality. Our partnership with The Job Plus and THSC brings together complementary expertise to support this ambition. By aiming to skill 3,000 young people over the next seven years, we hope to expand access to career opportunities and contribute to a stronger, more inclusive hospitality workforce,” said Nikhil Sharma, Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group. 

Natwar Nagar, Founder, The Job Plus, said, “We are delighted to advance our partnership with Radisson in transforming India’s skilling success story. At The Job Plus, we are addressing a fundamental gap in how the industry accesses talent by going beyond traditional hospitality schools to identify, train and connect young people from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, small towns, villages and underserved communities with formal employment opportunities. Radisson’s commitment has helped demonstrate the potential of this industry-led approach. Together with Radisson and THSC, we aim to take this model to scale, building a stronger, more inclusive talent pipeline while opening pathways to sustainable livelihoods for young people,” 

Rajan Bahadur, Chief Executive Officer, Tourism & Hospitality Skill Council, said, “Meaningful partnerships are built on a shared vision and a commitment to lasting impact. Our association with Radisson Hotel Group goes beyond skilling; it is about creating opportunities, nurturing talent and enabling young people to build successful careers in hospitality. We look forward to deepening this collaboration and contributing to the long-term growth of India’s hospitality workforce.” 

The collaboration combines Radisson Hotel Group’s hospitality expertise, The Job Plus’s workforce development and employment capabilities, and THSC’s experience in industry-aligned training, assessment and certification. The organisations aim to expand access to structured t