New Delhi: Anoop Bali, Whole Time Director of Tourism Finance Corporation of India Limited (TFCI) has been honoured by HI-AIM (Hospitality Industry – Architecture, Interiors, and Management), a leading tourism and hospitality industry platform, in recognition of his proven contribution to the hospitality industry. The award ceremony was held on February 1st, 2024, at the 12th Edition HI-AIM Conference held at Aloft Hotel, Kathmandu, Nepal. The award celebrated excellence in various categories, with a particular focus on recognizing individuals who have demonstrated exemplary leadership, innovation, and commitment to the growth of the hospitality industry.

Anoop Bali, Whole Time Director, TFCI is a seasoned corporate leader with over 33 years of expertise spanning project finance, investment banking, credit & treasury management, risk management, finance & accounts, etc.  Recognized for his profound knowledge of funding the hotel credit gap in India, he is active in the tourism and hospitality sectors. An enthusiastic traveler and dog lover, he advocates for the development of pet-friendly hotels/resorts and senior citizen serviced apartments in India.

TFCI, established in 1989, is a prominent non-banking financial company and has played a pivotal role in funding numerous tourism ventures throughout India that have resulted in the creation of over 55,000 star category hotel rooms and other tourism attractions in India which includes many firsts such as palace (heritage) hotels, spa & healthcare resorts, wildlife resorts, serviced apartments, entertainment parks, luxury tourist trains, multiplex, etc.  TFCI provides financial support and consultancy services to a diverse range of tourism projects such as hotels, resorts, spa, restaurants, entertainment centres, amusement parks and tours & travels.  Apart from tourism sector, TFCI also provides financial assistance to residential real-estate, healthcare, education, MSE and NBFC/HFC sectors.

HI-AIM as an industry platform has been created to apply and incorporate efficient and responsible materials and technology in the industry and bring together a think tank for the promotion of responsible and environmentally friendly practices in design and construction in the tourism and hospitality industry.