Minor Hotels appoints Rohit Chopra as Area Commercial Director for India

Global hospitality group Minor Hotels has announced the appointment of Rohit Chopra as Area Commercial Director for India, as the company aims to expand its presence in the country.

In his new position at Minor Hotels, Chopra will lead commercial activities across the group in India, focusing on revenue growth, fostering enduring client relationships, and improving customer satisfaction and loyalty. He will report to Vijay Krishnan, Vice President of Operations for India, and Richard Beh, Vice President of Commercial for Asia.
With over 26 years of experience, Chopra is a seasoned leader in the hospitality industry and donned roles at global hospitality groups such as Marriott, Hyatt and Accor. He began his career as a Sales Executive in 1998 and joined Hyatt in 2004, where he advanced to the position of Director of Sales & Marketing. In 2013, he transitioned to Accor, spending more than a decade there and most recently serving as Director of National Sales for India & South Asia. In this role, he led strategic sales and distribution initiatives, significantly contributing to the company's outstanding performance both in India and internationally.

Puneet Dhawan, Head of Asia at Minor Hotels, commented: “We are thrilled to welcome Rohit to the Minor Hotels team. His extensive expertise in sales, marketing, and strategy, coupled with a deep understanding of the Indian hospitality market, make him the ideal leader to drive our commercial strategy in India. Rohit’s ability to foster strong client relationships and deliver growth aligns perfectly with our vision for expansion in India.”

On his appointment, Chopra said: “I am excited to join Minor Hotels at such a pivotal moment in its growth journey. I look forward to leveraging my experience to drive commercial success and strengthen our relationships with clients and partners. Minor Hotels’ brands are renowned for their exceptional service and guest experiences. I look forward to working with our team members to continue our success in the dynamic Indian market."

Earlier this year, Minor Hotels established an ambitious growth target for its operations in India, planning to open 50 new hotels over the next decade. The emphasis will be on the upper-upscale and luxury segments to meet the growing demand for the Anantara, Avani, and NH Collection brands. The group is set to unveil its second property in India, the Anantara Jewel Bagh Jaipur Hotel, later this year.

Minor Hotels brands have established strong recognition among Indian outbound travelers. For Anantara, the group’s flagship luxury brand, India ranks as one of the fastest-growing international source markets, with annual room night production across its properties in Asia and the Middle East increasing by 72 per cent in 2023 compared to 2022. This positive trend has persisted into 2024.