MRG Group has announced the appointment of Amitesh Osta as its new Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO), further bolstering its leadership team as it charts an ambitious growth path in the hospitality sector.

Amitesh brings over 17 years of cross-industry experience spanning FMCG, retail, and consumer businesses. Prior to joining MRG Group, he was Business Head – HR at Metro Cash & Carry India, where he partnered closely with the COO to shape people strategies, lead large-scale workforce reorganizations, and steer change management.

His professional journey also includes leadership roles at Anheuser-Busch InBev, Johnson & Johnson, and Hindustan Unilever Ltd. Recognised for building future-ready organisations, Amitesh has extensive expertise in HR strategy, succession planning, M&A people integration, employee relations, and digital transformation of HR practices.

Welcoming him to the Group, Dr. K. Prakash Shetty, Founder & Chairman of MRG Group, said,“At MRG Group, we believe that our people are at the heart of our success. As we expand our footprint and prepare for the next phase of growth, it is imperative that we continue to invest in building a strong and agile workforce. Amitesh’s wealth of experience in leading HR transformation and creating scalable people strategies makes him an ideal fit to drive our vision forward.”

Sharing his excitement, Mr. Osta added, “I am delighted to join MRG Group at such a pivotal stage of its journey. My priority will be to create a high-performing, inclusive, and engaged workforce that enables the Group to deliver on its ambitious growth plans and further elevate its position in the Indian hospitality landscape.”

 An alumnus of Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Amitesh holds an MBA in Human Resources and has been recognised with several industry accolades for his contributions to the HR field.

With this appointment, MRG Group reinforces its commitment to nurturing talent, strengthening leadership, and fostering a workplace culture aligned with its vision of becoming a leading name in hospitality.