Three-Day Annual General Meeting Business Trip in Delhi

Evening Arrival and Check-In

Arrive at The New Delhi on Janpath around 8:15 PM, allowing roughly 30 minutes from your current point. The hotel is an excellent base for a visiting investor group: central, polished, and close to Connaught Place and the government district. Ask the concierge to coordinate luggage, meeting-room requirements, and early-morning transport for the AGM. Delhi traffic can still be unpredictable at this hour, so keep the group together and allow extra time if arriving by separate cars; valet parking is available, but confirm charges and access with the hotel.

Investor Welcome Dinner

At about 8:30 PM, take a pre-booked cab or hotel car to Indian Accent at The Lodhi on Lodhi Road—normally 15–25 minutes from The Imperial, depending on traffic. Reserve well in advance and mention that this is an investor dinner; the restaurant’s refined modern Indian tasting menus work particularly well for a first-night welcome, though guests should allow around ₹4,000–₹6,000 per person before drinks and service. Keep the dinner focused and unhurried, with space for introductions and a quick review of the next day’s AGM logistics. Confirm the restaurant’s latest menu, dietary accommodations, and closing time when booking.

Late-Evening Landmark Walk

After dinner, continue by car to India Gate and Kartavya Path, usually 10–15 minutes from The Lodhi. Spend 30 minutes taking in the illuminated memorial and walking together along the broad ceremonial avenue; it is a pleasant low-effort way to give investors a glimpse of Delhi without turning the arrival night into a sightseeing tour. The area is open-air and free, but August is often humid and rain is possible, so carry umbrellas and avoid lingering if lightning develops. Return to The Imperial New Delhi by hotel car or app cab around 10:45 PM, with the concierge confirming the next morning’s wake-up calls and meeting transport.

Morning and Annual General Meeting

Begin with a prompt transfer from your hotel to The Leela Palace New Delhi in Chanakyapuri, allowing 15–25 minutes by car in normal conditions and extra time for security at the diplomatic enclave. Aim to arrive by 8:15–8:30 AM so guests can register, collect badges, and settle before the Annual General Meeting begins. Keep the formal sessions, presentations, and investor Q&A in the hotel’s conference facilities through the morning and early afternoon; the hotel team can arrange a discreet registration desk, translation or AV support, and coffee breaks. August is hot and humid, so keep movement outdoors to a minimum and have bottled water available.

Lunch and Informal Investor Time

Continue to Bukhara at ITC Maurya, also in Chanakyapuri, for a substantial North Indian meal of roughly 1.5 hours. A short car transfer is simplest, though allow 10–15 minutes for hotel and diplomatic-area security. Budget approximately ₹3,000–₹5,000 per person before any premium drinks or additions, and reserve well ahead—particularly for a large investor group. The restaurant is known for its rustic tandoor cooking and relaxed but polished atmosphere; order communally rather than individually so the table can sample breads, kebabs, and slow-cooked specialities without turning lunch into another formal session.

Afternoon and Evening

If the group still has energy, take a brief drive to the National Rail Museum in Chanakyapuri for an easy 1.5-hour cultural outing. Check the day’s opening hours before leaving, as the museum is generally open during daytime hours but may close on Mondays or alter timings for maintenance; admission is modest, commonly around ₹50–₹100, with separate charges for any rides. The shaded grounds and historic locomotives provide a low-pressure setting for conversation, though avoid the hottest part of the afternoon and carry water. Finish at Lodhi Garden on Lodhi Road for a 45-minute walk among the tombs and lawns, ideally after 5:00 PM when the heat eases. Entry is free and the garden usually remains open until about 8:00 PM; use a car between the museum and garden, allowing 15–25 minutes depending on traffic. Keep the walk relaxed rather than ceremonial, then return to the hotel for a quiet evening or a final debrief.

Morning

Start early for Qutub Minar in Mehrauli, ideally leaving your hotel around 7:00 AM to arrive near opening time, usually 6:00 AM–6:00 PM. Allow about 30–45 minutes by car from central New Delhi, depending on traffic, and reserve 1½ hours for the minaret, mosque ruins, and surrounding lawns. The complex is best before the heat builds; wear comfortable shoes, carry water, and keep the final investor conversations informal rather than trying to hold a formal meeting outdoors. Tickets are generally around ₹35 for Indian visitors and ₹550 for foreign visitors, with online booking available through the Archaeological Survey of India.

Continue by car to Dastkar Nature Bazaar at Andheria More, roughly 10–15 minutes away. Give yourselves about an hour to browse craft stalls, textiles, homeware, and regional handicrafts; opening times can vary by exhibition, so confirm the day’s schedule before leaving. This is a good place for guests to pick up thoughtful, locally made gifts, though most stalls are small and card acceptance is inconsistent. Keep the group together for the onward transfer, as the Mehrauli–Andheria More roads can become slow later in the morning.

Afternoon and Departure

After a relaxed lunch en route, head to Sunder Nursery in Nizamuddin, allowing approximately 35–50 minutes by car in normal traffic. Spend around 1½ hours walking its Mughal-era monuments, shaded paths, water features, and landscaped gardens; it is particularly pleasant for low-key networking and a final reset after the formal AGM. The park generally opens from early morning until evening, with entry commonly around ₹50–₹200 depending on visitor category and booking channel. Plan to leave by mid-afternoon, especially in August when rain can arrive suddenly, and keep umbrellas or light rain jackets in the vehicle.

Finish at The Potbelly Rooftop Cafe in Shahpur Jat for a casual farewell meal focused on Bihari dishes. Allow about 1½ hours and budget roughly ₹800–₹1,500 per person; reserve ahead for a larger investor group and confirm the rooftop is operating if the weather is unsettled. After dinner, continue to Indira Gandhi International Airport in Aerocity—typically 35–60 minutes from Shahpur Jat, but longer during evening traffic. Leave at least three hours before an international flight or two hours before a domestic flight, and have the driver confirm the correct terminal before departing; airport security and check-in queues can be substantial.