India online travel platform EaseMyTrip has acquired a stake in study abroad operator Planet Education Australia.

EaseMyTrip has bought a 49% stake, marking entry into the international study tourism market.

Planet Education was founded 25 years ago offers university placements, and visa assistance for students.

It works with about 350 universities in Australia and New Zealand, the US, UK, Ireland, Canada and Singapore.

“This strategic acquisition enables us to integrate education and travel services, offering a seamless experience,” said Nishant Pitti, CEO and co-founder of EaseMyTrip.

Separately, EaseMyTrip also acquired a 50% stake in Jeewani Hospitality via a share swap.

They will partner to develop a five-star hotel in Ayodhya.

EaseMyTrip recently said it would invest in Pflege Home Healthcare Center LLC to tap into medical tourism services.

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