EaseMyTrip’s Rikant Pittie named Chairman of CII Delhi State for 2025-26

Rikant Pittie, CEO & Co-founder of EaseMyTrip, has been appointed as Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Delhi State for 2025-26.

This is for the first time in history, the co-founder of a unicorn company has been appointed as the Chairman of CII Delhi State.

With over 16 years of experience in the travel and tourism sector, Rikant brings a strategic vision that will shape the council’s initiatives. Now serving as Chairman of CII Delhi, he will focus on business growth, policy advocacy, digital transformation, and strengthening industry-government collaboration.

Previously, as Vice Chairman of CII Delhi State, Rikant actively engaged with key stakeholders, including state and national governments, and represented Delhi’s industries on global platforms. His advocacy for holistic real estate and urban infrastructure development played a crucial role in the establishment of a dedicated Joint Task Force on Real Estate, in collaboration with the Hon’ble LG of NCT of Delhi.

Rikant Pittie, CEO & Co-founder of EaseMyTrip, said, "It is a profound honor to be appointed as the chairman of the CII Delhi State at such a pivotal time for India’s business landscape. As industries evolve at an unprecedented pace, we must champion innovation, foster entrepreneurship, and drive policy reforms that create lasting economic impact. My vision is to position Delhi as a global business and tourism powerhouse, leveraging technology, sustainability, and industry collaboration to unlock new opportunities. I look forward to working alongside policymakers and business leaders to build a future that is dynamic, inclusive, and driven by growth and transformation."