IHCL Restructures Organisation to Drive Accelerate 2030 Growth Strategy
IHCL restructures operations into two business verticals as it targets 700 hotels, ₹15,000 crore revenue and 20% ROCE by 2030.
By SOH Edit Team
Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has announced a comprehensive organisational redesign aligned with its five-year strategic roadmap, Accelerate 2030, aimed at supporting the company’s next phase of growth and value creation.
The restructuring comes as IHCL continues to expand its portfolio and brand presence across the hospitality spectrum. Under the Accelerate 2030 strategy, the company plans to grow its portfolio to 700 hotels, double its consolidated revenue to ₹ 15,000 crore, and achieve a 20% Return on Capital Employed (ROCE), while continuing to uphold its hallmark service excellence.
A New Operating Structure for Scaled Growth
Commenting on the development, Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, IHCL, said the company has significantly expanded its brand portfolio, which now comprises 14 brands spanning all hospitality segments, with a network of 645 hotels across 300 destinations in 15 countries.
To manage this scale more effectively and strengthen brand positioning, IHCL has reorganised its business into two distinct verticals: Traditional Businesses and Growth Businesses.
According to Chhatwal, the new structure is designed to support differentiated capabilities required for established and emerging brands, while improving execution, enterprise synergies and organisational agility.
“The organisational optimisation recognises the differentiated capabilities required for established and emerging brands and businesses. This structure will sharpen execution, unlock enterprise synergies and enhance agility, reinforcing IHCL’s Accelerate 2030 vision to be the most valued, responsible and profitable hospitality ecosystem,” he said.
Portfolio Realignment Across Two Verticals
Under the new organisational framework the Traditional Businesses vertical will oversee IHCL’s established luxury and upscale brands, including Taj, Claridges Collection, Atmantan, Brij, SeleQtions, Clarks, Gateway and Vivanta.
The Growth Businesses vertical will focus on scaling emerging brands and new hospitality formats, including Ginger (reimagined), Tree of Life, Qmin, and ama Stays & Trails.
The dual-vertical structure is expected to provide greater strategic focus while enabling faster expansion across diverse market segments.
Gaurav Pokhariyal, Chief Operating Officer–Traditional Businesses, IHCL.
Leadership Appointments
As part of the organisational redesign, IHCL has announced key leadership appointments with immediate effect.
Gaurav Pokhariyal has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer–Traditional Businesses, IHCL, where he will oversee operations across all geographies.
Prabhat Verma has been elevated to Chief People Officer, IHCL, and will lead the company’s human resources, sustainability and business excellence functions.
With its expanded brand architecture, focused operating model and strengthened leadership team, IHCL is positioning itself to accelerate growth while enhancing operational efficiency and long-term stakeholder value. The organisational redesign marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey towards achieving its ambitious Accelerate 2030 objectives.
In their new roles, Gaurav and Prabhat will contribute to IHCL’s strategy for long term growth in line with Accelerate 2030.
Prabhat Verma, Chief People Officer, IHCL.
