Awards
Recognitions of Dr. Raja Gopaal Iyer
- Recipient of ‘The Lifetime Achievement Award’ by Buddha Boudhi dharma in relevance to Excellence in Hospitality.
- ‘Mahamantra the Essence of Leadership’; a book on Management has hit the stands in 2015 and still on demand.
- Recipient of ‘The Doctorate’ by Indian Virtual University for Peace and Education at Bharathiya Vidya Bhavanin June 2014.
- ‘Mission Ganesha’ the Music album was launched by famous Pop Singer Ms.Usha Uthup and the album was released in the year 2013. A song on Ganesha was made by me with lyrics and music.
- ‘Indira Gandhi Sadbhavana Award’ 2013 for the outstanding services, achievements and contributions to the Mother Country.
- ‘Mother Teresa Excellence Awards’ 2013 for the outstanding achievements. Arch of Excellence Award for.
- ‘Outstanding Accomplishment & Individual Excellence in the field of Hospitality 2012.
- RIHM award for excellence in hospitality and tourism 2018 by Rajadhani Group.
- Nehru Peace foundation Award 2017-18 for the outstanding contribution in the field of Hospitality Management, Professional Marketing, Social networking and Corporate Social Responsibility.
- Dr.A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Professional Excellence Award-2018 in Hospitality & Tourism & in 2019 for Hospitality& Tourism Management.
- Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Professional Excellence Award in Hospitality & Tourism with Specialization in Corporate Social Responsibility.
- Russian Association for International Co operation, Moscow (RAIC) recognizes the contributions of Mr. RajaGopal Iyer, CEO UDS Group in strengthening the relationship between RUSSIA and INDIA by organizing eventshighlighting Russia’s Culture and Traditions in the year 2018-19.
- Hospitality Management Excellence Award– Business Summit 2018.
- Tourism Excellence Award 2018 – BISGATE Branding Kerala 2018.
- Doctorate of Philosophy in Hospitality and Tourism Management (Ph.D.(h.c.)
- Released a Cookery Book, named ‘Southern Curries’, a south Indian cook book which was released by Mrs. Radha R Nair, a famous south Indian Actress, and ‘Raj Snacks’ with Hot & Fresh Snacks released by Shri. Jayachandran -Music Director.
- Cookery shows on Surya TV (Kerala) for 5 years on the ‘Celebrity Chef’ which was a great successful show and highly valued by the people. Third book is based on Brahmin cuisines called ‘Agraharam’ andalso new book with recipe of kebabs and chutneys will be released soon.
- Book on Nevedyam, Cocktail, Kabab.
- Book release ‘Raj Inspirations’
- Book release “The first impression- Front office Management”.
Fame of Holding
World Records
- The Tallest sandwich in the world.
- The Largest Christmas cake in the World.
- The Longest Ice Cream Dessert.
- Asia Book of records for creating 150 varieties of heart shaped deserts 2018.
- Universal Record Forum awarded the Biggest Miscellaneous Cake Pudding 2019.
- First International Waitress Race 2019.
Recognitions Raj Hospitality
- Haute Grandeur Award for ‘Best Hotel Management Company in Asian Continent’ for 2016
- Haute Grandeur Award for ‘Best Hotel Management Company in Asia Continent’ for 2015
- BIZZ 2014 Award for Business Excellence from World Confederation of Business.
- The International Star Award 2014 for Quality from Business Initiative Directions.
- World Luxury Hotel Award 2014 for the Best Hotel Management Company in Asia Continent.
- Star Quality Gold Award 2014 for the ISAQ (International Star Quality Award) for Quality from Business
- Initiative Directions.
- Epicurus South Indian Hospitality Award for the Best Hotel Management Consultant in Karnataka 2013.
- World Luxury Hotel Awards 2013 for the Best Hotel Management Company in Asia Continent.
- Kerala state Tourism award for the Best GM for the year 2009 & 2010.
- Kerala Business Summit Meet up Kerala Hospitality Management Excellence Award 2018
Awards for La Classic, Bangalore: –
- Epicurus India Hospitality Award for the ‘Best Business Hotel’ 2014. World Luxury Hotel Awards for the Luxury
- Boutique Hotel 2013. International Hotel Awards for the ‘Best Convention Hotel’ 2013.
- World Luxury Spa Award for the ‘Best Day Spa’ 2013.
- Asia Pacific Regional winner for Best Spa Hotel awards 2013. International Hotel Award for the Best Spa Hotel in India.
- World Luxury Spa Award for the Best Luxury Emerging Spa 2012.
- World Luxury Hotel Award for the Luxury Boutique Hotel, London 2012.
- International Hotel Award 2012 for the Highly Commended Hotel
- International Quality Commitment Award 2012
- Epicurus South India Hospitality Award for the Best Four Star Hotel, Bangalore 2012
- Epicurus AP Hotels Association Award for the Best Four Star Hotel in South India 2012
Award for Spice Grove by Mandharaa, Thekkady.
- Haute Grandeur Award for Best Boutique Hotel in India for 2016
- Epicurus South India Hospitality Award 2013 for the Best New Entrepreneur Hotel Kerala
Awards for Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel, Kovalam:
- The Best 5 star hotel in Kerala 2017 & 2018 awarded by India Hospitality Awards presented by Central
- Tourism Minister and India MICE awards for the Best Hotel event facilities.
- SATA Award 2016 , 2017, 2018 & 2019
- World Luxury Hotel Award Winner 2015
- Best Five Star Hotel in 2014-15 awarded by Dept of Tourism, Government of Kerala
- World Luxury Hotel Award Winner 2014
- Kerala State Tourism Award for Best 4 Star Hotel 2013 – 2014
- World Luxury Hotel Award Winner 2013
- Kerala State Tourism Award for Best 4 Star Hotel 2012 – 2013
- World Luxury Hotel Award Winner 2012
- Kerala State Tourism Award for Best 4 Star Hotel 2011 – 2012
- World Luxury Hotel Award Winner 2011
- World Luxury Hotel Award Winner 2010
- Kerala State Tourism Award for Best 4 Star Hotel 2009 – 2010
- Kerala State Tourism Award for Best Product 2009
- World Luxury Hotel Award Winner for the Best Coastal Hotel 2009
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