Lalit K Panwar, an IAS officer of the 1979 batch, has been appointed chairman and managing director (CMD) of Indian Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC). He brings forth rich experience in tourism and hospitality industry.

Prior to taking over, he was the principal secretary, education, Rajasthan. Panwar has been instrumental in launch of many innovative tourism products like the luxury train Palace on Wheels, Heritage Hotels and much more.

Making optimum use of his experience, Panwar now wishes to make ITDC into a premier hospitality organisation.