Cleartrip, a Flipkart company and one of India’s fastest-growing online travel platforms, has announced the promotion of Gaurav Patwari as its new Chief Business Officer – Air. In his expanded role, Gaurav will now oversee not only Cleartrip’s B2C air business but also its B2B, Flipkart Travel, and Train segments, reinforcing the company’s ambition to lead the travel ecosystem in India.
Leadership Driving Growth in Travel
With 20+ years of experience in aviation, travel, and financial services, Gaurav brings a strong track record in P&L management, sales, distribution, and business development. Since joining Cleartrip, he has played a pivotal role in:
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Strengthening the air travel business
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Scaling revenue with innovative product offerings
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Launching customer-first solutions like Visa Denial Cover
Prior to Cleartrip, he held leadership roles at Go Airlines, ATE Group, and GE Capital, where he successfully built high-performing teams, drove business turnarounds, and established strong partnerships in competitive markets.
Strengthening Cleartrip’s Market Position
By elevating Gaurav to this expanded role, Cleartrip aims to accelerate innovation across air, train, and B2B travel solutions, while also integrating deeper with Flipkart Travel to offer seamless customer experiences. His leadership is expected to drive greater market share, revenue growth, and customer loyalty, positioning Cleartrip as a formidable player in India’s evolving travel industry.
