New Delhi, May 15 -- Travel Portal MakeMyTrip has firmly denied allegations questioning its ownership and data practices, emphasizing that it is a proudly Indian company, founded and headquartered in India, and trusted by millions of Indian travelers for over 25 years.

MakeMyTrip said in a statement, "MakeMyTrip is a proud Indian company, founded by Indians, headquartered in India, and trusted by millions of Indian travellers for over 25 years. We are a publicly listed company on the Nasdaq, with a diverse shareholder base spanning the globe. Our operations are independent, steered by a seasoned team of Indian professionals who bring a wealth of expertise and a commitment to excellence."

The company further added, "We adhere to stringen...