Holiday Inn Express Pune Hinjewadi has announced the appointment of Alisha Bansal as its new General Manager, effective 17th September 2025.

Alisha is a graduate in Tourism, Aviation, and Hospitality Management from ITFT Chandigarh. With over 16 years of experience across India’s leading hospitality brands, she brings a strong track record of operational excellence, guest-centric leadership, and people development to her new role.

She began her career with ITC Hotels and went on to hold leadership positions at RHG, Radisson Blu Palace Resort & Spa Udaipur, Grand Hyatt Mumbai, and Crowne Plaza Ahmedabad. Recognized for her contributions to the industry, she has received multiple accolades, including Best Director of Rooms, Upscale at the Hotelier Awards 2022 and Manager of the Year at Radisson Blu Ahmedabad.

Commenting on her appointment, Alisha Bansal said, “I’m truly delighted to join the IHG family and take on the leadership of Holiday Inn Express Pune Hinjewadi. I look forward to working closely with our talented team to further nurture a culture of guest-centricity and position the hotel as a preferred choice for both business and leisure travelers.”

With this leadership addition, Holiday Inn Express Pune Hinjewadi aims to strengthen its reputation for simple, smart, and efficient hospitality, tailored to the needs of today’s business and leisure travelers.

About Holiday Inn Express
Part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, Holiday Inn Express is the group’s largest and fastest-growing brand, focused on delivering simple and smart travel experiences. Designed for savvy, on-the-go travelers, it offers a consistent and value-rich experience with thoughtful design and essential amenities.

About IHG Hotels & Resorts
IHG Hotels & Resorts is a global hospitality company with 19 hotel brands and one of the world’s largest loyalty programs, IHG One Rewards. With over 6,300 open hotels across 100+ countries and a strong development pipeline, IHG operates a diverse portfolio from luxury to essentials.