Professional headshot of Manoj Awasthi with the Cleartrip logo or a travel-related background.
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Cleartrip is a leading online travel platform under Flipkart. The company appointed Chief Technology Officer Manoj Awasthi to lead the technological infrastructure and elevate user experience. With over 20 years of experience, Awasthi has served companies like JULO, Tokopedia, Adobe, Hughes, and more.

In this new role, Awasthi will be focusing on enhancing the company’s technological infrastructure and introducing greater automation and AI-driven solutions to add value to users’ experience on the platform. With this strategic appointment, Cleartrip aims to understand the users and address their needs on the platform.

The company is on a mission to deliver a comprehensive and user-friendly travel experience. And Awasthi’s expertise is expected to play a crucial role in making technological advancements and gaining a competitive edge in the online travel sector of India, where big giants like MakeMyTrip, Yatra, and Goibibo are present. The online travel industry in India is experiencing significant growth. The online travel industry is booming in India, with an estimated market size of $25 billion in 2025.

“Manoj’s appointment is a big step forward in building a future-ready leadership team with strong, cross-functional expertise. His arrival aligns perfectly with our vision of strengthening our tech platform to drive long-term growth and innovation,” shared Senior Vice President, Consumer Products and Growth at Flipkart, Ramesh Gururaja.