MakeMyTrip

Intro and history: MakeMyTrip is an Indian online travel company founded in 2000 by Deep Kalra. Initially established to cater to the overseas Indian community for their US-to-India travel needs, it soon expanded its services to become a full-fledged travel portal. Today, it is one of the leading players in the online travel sector in India, offering comprehensive travel solutions including flight tickets, domestic and international holiday packages, hotel reservations, rail and bus tickets. Industry: Online Travel Agency Product, Services and Operations: - Provides online booking services for flights, hotels, and holiday packages.- Offers rail and bus tickets, cab service, and restaurant reservations.- Operates through multiple distribution channels in the B2C and B2B segments. Funding Details: - Raised $39.5 million in Series C funding in 2005.- Went public in 2010, listed on NASDAQ. Acquisitions: - Acquired Ibibo Group in 2016, creating one of the largest travel groups in Asia.- Acquired Mygola, a travel planning website, in 2015. Awards and Achievements: - Awarded 'Best Online Travel Service Firm' by The Economic Times, India in 2017.- Received 'Best Domestic Tour Operator' award by Galileo Express TravelWorld in 2008.