Radisson Hotel Group introduces Braille menus
Groups from Radisson Lodge Group South Asia and CII Younger Indians have collaborated to launch the Braille menu on the Group’s operational resorts in India
Radisson Lodge Group is proud to announce the launch of Braille menus throughout its properties in South Asia, an initiative aimed toward making eating extra inclusive for visually impaired friends. In partnership with the Confederation of Indian Trade’s (CII) Younger Indians, this launch is a part of the Group’s ongoing dedication to creating welcoming environments for all friends. It additional displays the Group’s model promise of ‘Each Second Issues,’ guaranteeing each visitor can take pleasure in an impartial eating expertise.
Visually impaired friends typically face difficulties in navigating conventional menus, which may create a way of dependence or isolation throughout eating. By introducing Braille menus throughout its 125 working resorts, Radisson Lodge Group empowers these friends to discover meal choices and make their very own decisions with confidence, fostering higher independence. In choose properties, the Group can be integrating scannable audio QR codes, permitting friends to take heed to the menu at their very own tempo, additional enhancing the eating expertise. It will quickly be replicated throughout different resorts within the Group’s working portfolio.
“At Radisson Lodge Group, we’re dedicated to creating areas which are welcoming and accessible for all our friends. Introducing Braille menus is a vital step towards constructing inclusive eating experiences, guaranteeing that everybody—no matter their talents—feels valued. Our collaboration with CII’s Younger Indians displays on our broader dedication to variety and inclusion in the whole lot we do.” mentioned Nikhil Sharma, Managing Director and Senior Space Vice President, South Asia – Radisson Lodge Group.
Among the early adopters beneath this initiative, embody Radisson Blu Marina New Delhi, Radisson Blu Plaza Hyderabad, Radisson Blu Plaza Mysuru, Radisson RED Mohali, and Radisson Blu Resort Kumbhalgarh amongst others.
“Eating isn’t just about meals; it’s an expertise that ought to be out there to everybody, with out limitations. The introduction of Braille menus is a major transfer in creating a really inclusive atmosphere the place each visitor could make their decisions confidently. We imagine that making small however significant adjustments like this can contribute to a extra inclusive world, the place everybody can take pleasure in equal entry to experiences, irrespective of their talents,” mentioned Chef Rakesh Sethi, Company Government Chef, Radisson Lodge Group South Asia
“We’re proud to accomplice with Radisson Lodge Group on this impactful initiative. This collaboration demonstrates a robust dedication to inclusivity, and we’re assured that it’s going to encourage others within the hospitality business to undertake related practices. Collectively, we’re creating an atmosphere that really serves the wants of all people, whereas guaranteeing that inclusivity turns into a typical apply, not simply an initiative.” mentioned Tarang Khurana, Nationwide Chairman, CII – Younger Indians.
“This collaboration with Radisson Lodge Group highlights our dedication to constructing extra accessible and inclusive environments. By introducing Braille menus, we’re making significant progress towards guaranteeing that each particular person, no matter their talents, can benefit from the expertise of eating independently and confidently. This initiative aligns with our broader imaginative and prescient of selling self-reliance and dignity for all,” mentioned Rohit Puri, Nationwide Chair, Accessibility, CII – Younger Indians
This initiative not solely displays Radisson Lodge Group’s ongoing dedication to inclusivity but additionally contributes to enhancing total visitor satisfaction. By empowering visually impaired friends to make impartial decisions and creating eating experiences that cater to numerous wants, Radisson Lodge Group is setting new requirements in hospitality, additional establishing itself as a pacesetter in fostering innovation and inclusivity.
Radisson Lodge Group continues to command a number one presence within the Indian market and is without doubt one of the nation’s largest worldwide lodge operators with over 194 resorts in operation and growth. It continues to be the biggest lodge operator in a tier-1 market like Delhi NCR, whereas over 50% of its portfolio is in tier-2 and three markets. With resorts in over 114 locations throughout India, Radisson Lodge Group has properties situated inside a 4-hour drive of one another. The Group has efficiently launched numerous manufacturers to the rising Indian market, together with Radisson Assortment, Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson RED, Park Inn by Radisson, Park Plaza, Park Inn & Suites by Radisson, Nation Inn & Suites by Radisson, and Radisson People and its extension Radisson People Retreats.