Summit Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Deepak Bothra as its Corporate General Manager, as the brand continues to expand across the Eastern Himalayan region. The move comes as part of the company’s efforts to strengthen its operational leadership and maintain consistency across its growing portfolio.

Deepak Bothra brings close to three decades of experience in the hospitality industry, with a strong background in hotel operations, pre-opening projects, quality control, and revenue management. Throughout his career, he has worked with several international and regional brands, taking on senior roles and contributing to the successful launch and turnaround of multiple properties.

In his new role, he will lead operational strategy across Summit’s properties, with a focus on improving service standards and overall performance. His responsibilities will also include refining systems, strengthening quality benchmarks, and ensuring a consistent guest experience as the brand expands its footprint in Sikkim, Darjeeling, and other parts of the Northeast.

Sharing his thoughts on the appointment, Sumit Mitruka, CEO, Summit Hotels & Resorts, said, "Deepak brings a rare combination of operational depth and quality-driven thinking. As we continue to expand our network across the Northeast, strengthening internal systems and service standards becomes critical. His experience in building and refining hotel operations will play a key role in driving consistency and long-term performance across our portfolio."

With this appointment, Summit Hotels & Resorts aims to further streamline its operations while supporting its long-term growth plans in the region.