The Leela Palace Jaipur Welcomes New Leaders Across Key Roles

The Leela Palace Jaipur Welcomes New Leaders Across Key Roles

By Nishang Narayan

Published on December 12, 2024

The Leela Palace Jaipur has fortified its leadership team with four new appointments, each bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to elevate the luxury hotel's offerings and operations.

Sohil Bhargava, Director of Food and Beverage

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With over nine years of experience in the hospitality industry, Sohil Bhargava has an impressive track record working with esteemed establishments like Raffles, Grand Hyatt Gurgaon, and Andaz. Most recently, he excelled as the Senior Food and Beverage Manager at The DLF Camellias, where he implemented innovative strategies and created exceptional dining experiences. A graduate of the Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration, Bhargava specializes in F&B operations, business strategy, and leadership.

In his new role, Bhargava will drive the culinary vision at The Leela Palace Jaipur, focusing on elevating the food and beverage experience to create unforgettable moments for guests while contributing to the hotel's overall growth and reputation.

Varun Parashar, Executive Chef

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A seasoned culinary expert, Varun Parashar brings a rich background that includes roles at Raa Atoll, Maldives; South Male Atoll, Maldives; Trident Bandra Kurla; and The Oberoi Rajvilas. With a proven ability to enhance team performance and deliver exceptional culinary standards, Parashar is a graduate of the Oberoi Center for Learning & Development and holds a bachelor's degree from IHM Lucknow.

As the Executive Chef, Parashar will lead the culinary operations at The Leela Palace Jaipur, curating exceptional menus that celebrate regional flavors while maintaining the highest culinary standards.

Sandeep Kumar Sharma, Director of Finance

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Sandeep Kumar Sharma joins with extensive experience in financial management, having held key positions at Hilton Jaipur, The Leela Palace New Delhi, and Trident properties in Chennai and Hyderabad. Sharma’s ability to navigate complex financial landscapes and his expertise in strategic planning have been hallmarks of his career.

A commerce graduate from Rajasthan University, Sharma will oversee financial strategies at The Leela Palace Jaipur, ensuring the hotel's fiscal health and operational efficiency.

Tanuj Shokeen, Director of Sales and Marketing

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With over 15 years in the hospitality industry, Tanuj Shokeen has a proven track record in driving sales performance and engaging stakeholders across various markets. Before joining The Leela Palace Jaipur, he served as the Director of Sales at Taj - Jai Mahal Palace Jaipur. Shokeen holds a PGDM in Marketing and International Business from AIMA and a bachelor's degree in commerce from Delhi University.

In his new role, Shokeen will focus on enhancing sales strategies, revenue management, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring The Leela Palace Jaipur strengthens its position as a leader in the luxury hospitality market.

These appointments mark a significant step forward for The Leela Palace Jaipur, as the new leaders bring their expertise and passion to take the property’s guest experiences and operational excellence to new heights.


Park Hyatt Chennai Appoints Vishwesh Ramesh as Director of Food & Beverage

Park Hyatt Chennai Appoints Vishwesh Ramesh as Director of Food & Beverage

By Hariharan U

Published on June 29, 2026

Park Hyatt Chennai has announced the appointment of Vishwesh Ramesh as its new Director of Food & Beverage, reinforcing the hotel’s focus on elevating guest experiences and strengthening its culinary operations.

In his new role, Vishwesh will oversee the hotel’s entire food and beverage division, with responsibilities spanning concept development, operational excellence, guest experience enhancement, and revenue optimisation across dining outlets.

He joins Park Hyatt Chennai with over 11 years of experience in luxury hospitality, having worked with globally recognised brands including JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, and Taj Mahal Palace. Known for his strong commercial acumen and operational discipline, he has built a reputation for creating impactful dining concepts and driving performance-led F&B strategies.

Prior to this appointment, Vishwesh played a key leadership role at JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort, where he led the pre-opening and positioning of the property’s F&B operations. Under his leadership, the resort developed a diverse portfolio of seven dining outlets while achieving strong financial results and consistently high guest satisfaction scores.

Speaking on the appointment, the leadership team at Park Hyatt Chennai said Vishwesh’s experience and innovative approach will be instrumental in strengthening the hotel’s food and beverage strategy and further enhancing guest engagement across all dining experiences.

Earlier in his career, he held key positions at Mulberry Shades, A Tribute Portfolio Resort and The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore, where he contributed to the introduction of premium dining concepts and new revenue streams aligned with evolving market expectations.

Commenting on his new role, Vishwesh Ramesh said he is honoured to join Park Hyatt Chennai and looks forward to contributing to the hotel’s continued success by creating memorable dining experiences and building high-performing teams.

His appointment comes as Park Hyatt Chennai continues to strengthen its position in the city’s luxury hospitality landscape, responding to growing demand from both business and leisure travellers.

About Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company guided by its purpose – to care for people so they can be their best. As of March 31, 2026, the company’s portfolio includes more than 1,500 hotels and all-inclusive properties across 83 countries on six continents.

About Park Hyatt Chennai

Located in the heart of the city, Park Hyatt Chennai offers a refined blend of contemporary luxury and understated elegance overlooking Guindy National Park. The hotel features 200 guestrooms and suites, award-winning dining venues including Park Brasserie, The Flying Elephant Bar, and Mr. Ong – The Flavours of Singapore, along with a spa, rooftop infinity pool, and state-of-the-art event spaces.


Hilton Bengaluru Embassy Properties Appoint Vikrant Dhingra as Cluster Director of Revenue

Hilton Bengaluru Embassy Properties Appoint Vikrant Dhingra as Cluster Director of Revenue

By Hariharan U

Published on June 29, 2026

Hilton has announced the appointment of Vikrant Dhingra as Cluster Director of Revenue for its Bengaluru Embassy Manyata Business Park and Hilton & Hilton Garden Inn Bengaluru Embassy Tech Village properties.

In his new role, Vikrant will be responsible for overseeing revenue strategy, pricing, distribution, and demand generation across both hotel assets. His mandate includes driving commercial performance, strengthening market positioning, and ensuring sustained revenue growth across segments.

Vikrant brings over a decade of experience in hospitality revenue management, having worked with leading international and domestic hotel brands across multiple markets. Prior to joining Hilton, he held senior revenue leadership roles at Grand Hyatt Amman in Jordan and ITC Ratnadipa in Colombo, where he contributed to significant improvements in RevPAR, market share, and overall revenue performance.

His career also includes key revenue management roles with Hyatt Hotels Corporation, ITC Hotels, IHG Hotels & Resorts, and Lemon Tree Hotels, where he built expertise in yield optimisation, pricing strategy, and total revenue management across diverse hospitality environments.

Speaking on his appointment, Vikrant Dhingra said he is excited to join Hilton and looks forward to contributing to the continued success of the Bengaluru properties. He emphasised his focus on building innovative revenue strategies and driving long-term business value in collaboration with the hotel teams.

Sujeet Kumar, General Manager of Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Bengaluru Embassy Manyata Business Park, welcomed the appointment, noting that Vikrant’s strong commercial expertise and proven track record will play a key role in strengthening market position and supporting continued growth across both hotels.

The appointment reinforces Hilton’s focus on strengthening its commercial leadership structure in India as it continues to expand and optimise performance across key business destinations.

About Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Bengaluru Embassy Manyata Business Park

Hilton is a global hospitality company with a portfolio of 27 brands and more than 9,200 properties across 144 countries and territories. The Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Bengaluru Embassy Manyata Business Park properties were launched in 2022 and feature one of South India’s largest hotel convention spaces, spanning approximately 60,000 square feet. Strategically located near the airport and Manyata Business Park, the hotels are positioned to serve both business and MICE demand in Bengaluru


Summit Hotels & Resorts Appoints Arun Daga as General Manager of Kaziranga Property

Summit Hotels & Resorts Appoints Arun Daga as General Manager of Kaziranga Property

By Hariharan U

Published on June 27, 2026

Summit Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Arun Daga as the General Manager of Summit Green Village Resort & Spa, Kaziranga, strengthening its leadership presence in one of Northeast India’s key wildlife tourism destinations.

In his new role, Arun Daga will be responsible for overseeing the overall operations of the resort, with a focus on enhancing guest experiences, improving operational efficiency, and strengthening the property’s positioning within the growing tourism ecosystem of Kaziranga.

Arun Daga brings nearly three decades of experience in the hospitality industry. A graduate of the University of Calcutta with a qualification in Hotel Management from BILAMS, he has built extensive expertise across hotel operations, guest services, team leadership, and property management over the course of his career.

Prior to this appointment, he held several leadership roles across hospitality establishments, where he contributed to operational improvements and service delivery enhancements across diverse markets.

Speaking on the appointment, Sumit Mitruka, CEO of Summit Hotels & Resorts, said Arun Daga brings valuable operational experience and a strong understanding of hospitality, and expressed confidence that his leadership will further strengthen both guest experience and operational performance at the Kaziranga property.

The appointment comes as Summit Hotels & Resorts continues to expand and strengthen its footprint across Northeast India, focusing on destination-driven hospitality experiences in emerging tourism markets.

About Summit Hotels & Resorts

Summit Hotels & Resorts is a hospitality group with a growing portfolio across India, with a strong presence in the Eastern Himalayas and Northeast region. The brand focuses on destination-led hospitality experiences across leisure, nature, and wildlife-driven locations.

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