Younis Khan Appointed Hotel Manager at The Lalit Ashok Bangalore

Younis Khan Appointed Hotel Manager at The Lalit Ashok Bangalore

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on May 14, 2026

The Lalit Ashok Bangalore has announced the appointment of Younis Khan as its new Hotel Manager. A seasoned hospitality professional with decades of industry experience, Younis brings strong expertise in hotel operations, guest relations, revenue growth, and strategic leadership.

Over the years, he has worked with some of the leading hospitality brands including IHG Hotels & Resorts, Taj Hotels, The Grand Hotels and Resorts, and Radisson Hotel Group. Throughout his career, he has successfully managed large-scale hotel operations while leading teams focused on operational excellence and guest satisfaction.

With a strong background in Front Office operations, Younis has developed wide-ranging expertise in operational management, sales and marketing strategy, revenue optimisation, guest experience enhancement, service excellence, and team development. His guest-focused leadership style and ability to drive seamless coordination across departments have contributed significantly to business growth and service standards at the properties he has been associated with.

Younis joined The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group in 2024 as Resident Manager – Delhi NCR and most recently served as Resident Manager at The Lalit Mangar. In his new role at The Lalit Ashok Bangalore, Karnataka, he will oversee day-to-day hotel operations, strengthen guest engagement initiatives, and lead strategic efforts to further enhance the hotel’s market positioning.

Speaking on his appointment, Younis Khan said, “I am delighted to join The Lalit Ashok Bangalore and be a part of such an iconic hospitality brand known for its excellence and guest-centric approach. I look forward to contributing to the hotel’s continued success, collaborating with the talented team, and creating memorable experiences for our guests. This is an exciting new chapter in my professional journey, and I am eager to make a meaningful impact.”

Vivek Shukla, CEO of The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, said, “At The Lalit, we strongly believe in nurturing talent from within and creating leadership pathways for our people. We are delighted to promote Mr. Younis Khan, who has been an integral part of The Lalit family and most recently served as Resident Manager at The Lalit Mangar, to the role of Hotel Manager at The Lalit Ashok Bangalore. His strong operational acumen, people-centric leadership style and deep understanding of luxury hospitality make him an excellent fit for this role. We are confident that under his leadership, The Lalit Ashok Bangalore will continue to set new benchmarks in guest experience while staying true to our ethos of refined Indian hospitality.”

An alumnus of Mangalore University, Younis completed his graduation in Hotel Management and has also received several industry awards and recognitions for his contribution to hospitality and operational excellence.


Hyatt Hyderabad Gachibowli Appoints Nisha Mundliya and Suresh Raju to Key Leadership Roles

Hyatt Hyderabad Gachibowli Appoints Nisha Mundliya and Suresh Raju to Key Leadership Roles

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on November 12, 2026

Hyatt Hyderabad Gachibowli has announced two leadership appointments, welcoming Nisha Mundliya as Director of Finance and Suresh Raju as Human Resources Manager. These appointments are aimed at strengthening the hotel's leadership team and supporting its focus on operational excellence and people development.

In her new role, Nisha Mundliya will oversee the hotel's financial operations, strategic planning, compliance, budgeting, forecasting and business performance initiatives. A Chartered Accountant with over eight years of experience across the hospitality and assurance sectors, she brings expertise in finance management, auditing, compliance, financial planning and operational excellence.

During her career, Nisha has worked with leading organisations such as Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Marriott International, KPMG and PwC. Before joining Hyatt Hyderabad Gachibowli, she served as Assistant Director of Finance at Hyatt Regency Jaipur, where she handled complex financial matters, strengthened the finance team's capabilities, improved reporting processes and supported the property's operations. She has also held finance leadership positions at Park Hyatt Hyderabad and Kochi Marriott Hotel.

Suresh Raju joins the hotel as Human Resources Manager and will lead its HR function, focusing on talent development, employee engagement, organisational culture and people practices that support associate wellbeing and business growth.

With over 16 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Suresh brings expertise in human resources management, talent acquisition, employee relations, learning and development, performance management and HR operations. He has held key positions with hospitality brands including Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Radisson Hotel Group, Starwood Hotels & Resorts and The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts.

Before this appointment, he served as Associate Director of Human Resources at The Leela Hyderabad, where he worked on talent initiatives, workplace culture and organisational growth.

Commenting on the appointments, Ruban Das, General Manager, Hyatt Hyderabad Gachibowli, said, "We are delighted to welcome Nisha and Suresh to Hyatt Hyderabad Gachibowli. Nisha's strong financial acumen and strategic approach, combined with Suresh's extensive experience in people leadership and talent development, will be instrumental in driving our continued growth and success. Their expertise, passion, and commitment to excellence align perfectly with Hyatt's purpose of caring for people so they can be their best. We look forward to their valuable contributions as we continue to elevate the guest and associate experience at Hyatt Hyderabad Gachibowli."

With these appointments, Hyatt Hyderabad Gachibowli looks to further strengthen its finance and human resources functions while continuing to focus on business performance, employee development and guest experience.


Hyatt Regency Chennai Promotes Syed Annsar Ali J to Associate Director of Sales

Hyatt Regency Chennai Promotes Syed Annsar Ali J to Associate Director of Sales

By Hariharan U

Published on November 10, 2026

Hyatt Regency Chennai has promoted Syed Annsar Ali J to Associate Director of Sales, recognising his contributions to the hotel's commercial growth and client relationship development. Annsar previously served as Senior Sales Manager at the property.

Annsar joined Hyatt Regency Chennai as Sales Manager in May 2023 and was promoted to Senior Sales Manager in October 2024. His latest elevation, effective April 2026, marks the next step in his professional journey with the hotel.

During his tenure, he has contributed to strengthening the property's contract and negotiated business, while developing strategic relationships with travel agents, sports teams and medical associations.

In his new role, Annsar will lead the hotel's Sales team and oversee key revenue-generating segments, including Corporate, Contract and Negotiated accounts. His responsibilities will include steering Request for Proposal (RFP) strategies, monitoring team performance and mentoring sales managers to support business growth and organisational objectives.

Commenting on the promotion, Puneet Baijal, General Manager, Hyatt Regency Chennai, said, "Annsar's journey with Hyatt Regency Chennai over the past three years reflects his dedication, business acumen and ability to build strong client relationships. His contributions have been valuable to our commercial growth, and we are confident that he will lead the Sales team towards greater achievements in his new role."

Annsar holds an MBA in Marketing and Human Resources from the University of Madras and a Bachelor of Engineering in Biotechnology from PES Institute of Technology, Bengaluru.

His professional experience spans sales roles across the hospitality, vacation ownership and financial services sectors, bringing together commercial exposure and relationship management experience.

His promotion reflects his progression within Hyatt Regency Chennai, where he has moved through three roles in the Sales function since joining the property in 2023.


Dale Cabral Promoted to Housekeeping Manager at Radisson Hotel Mumbai Andheri MIDC

Dale Cabral Promoted to Housekeeping Manager at Radisson Hotel Mumbai Andheri MIDC

By Hariharan U

Published on November 10, 2026

Dale Cabral has been promoted to Housekeeping Manager at Radisson Hotel Mumbai Andheri MIDC, marking an important milestone in his hospitality career and recognising his experience in housekeeping operations and service management.

With a background in the hospitality industry, Cabral brings experience in operations management and customer service, supported by a strong understanding of housekeeping standards and operational efficiency. His professional strengths include time management, operational coordination and proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.

Cabral holds a bachelor's degree with a specialisation in Housekeeping, providing him with an academic foundation in hotel operations and service excellence.

In his new role, Cabral will take on greater responsibilities within the hotel's housekeeping function, focusing on maintaining operational standards, supporting efficient service delivery and contributing to the overall guest experience.

His promotion represents a significant step in his professional journey, reflecting his dedication, professional growth and continued commitment to excellence in housekeeping operations

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