Brigade Hotel Ventures Limited (BHVL) announced the appointment of Vinay Gupta as Chief Executive Officer effective August 24, 2026. The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
In his new role, Vinay Gupta will be responsible for leading a dynamic team of seasoned professionals to take BHVL to greater heights. The appointment reflects the company's commitment to building a strong leadership team for the future.
Nirupa Shankar, Managing Director of Brigade Hotel Ventures Limited, stated: "Vinay's appointment comes at a significant stage in BHVL's journey. His proven track record in driving business growth, scaling operations, and creating long-term value will be instrumental as we focus on our next phase of expansion. With his strategic vision and deep industry expertise, I am confident Vinay will make a meaningful contribution to BHVL's continued success and growth. We have known Vinay for the past 20 years, as he was the first GM of our first hotel. Him coming back as CEO is a full circle moment for us."
Vinay Gupta, CEO of Brigade Hotel Ventures Limited, commented: "I am honoured to be part of an organisation with a clear vision for the future. I look forward to working closely with the team to build on the organisation's strengths. Our main focus will be to deliver a world-class hospitality experience while catering to the evolving needs of our guests and the market. I am excited about the journey ahead and look forward to contributing to BHVL's continued growth and success."
Professional Background
Vinay Gupta was previously associated with InterGlobe Hotels & Accor, during which time he led the transformation and repositioning of a 22-hotel portfolio, driving significant revenue growth, operational excellence, and leadership development. He also headed a portfolio of more than 25 hotels across India for SAMHI, with Marriott, Hyatt, and IHG as brand partners. Gupta has held multiple General Manager roles across India and Australia with Hilton, Accor, and Mirvac, building deep expertise in luxury and upscale hotel operations while consistently improving asset performance. He had earlier held leadership roles in the UAE, the UK, and Australia.
Educational Background
Vinay Gupta is an alumnus of IHM Pusa, the University of Central Lancashire, and Lancaster University.
Company Overview
Brigade Hotel Ventures Limited (BHVL) is an owner and developer of hotels in key cities in India primarily across South India. The Company is the second largest owner of chain-affiliated hotels and rooms in South India among major private hotel asset owners. BHVL is a subsidiary of Brigade Enterprises Limited (BEL), which is one of the leading Indian real estate developers in India.
The Company has a portfolio of nine operating hotels across Bengaluru (Karnataka), Chennai (Tamil Nadu), Kochi (Kerala), Mysuru (Karnataka) and the GIFT City (Gujarat) with 1,604 keys. The hotels are operated by global marquee hospitality companies such as Marriott, Accor and InterContinental Hotels Group, and fall into the upper upscale, upscale, upper-midscale, and midscale segments.