Gujarat Hotels Limited at its board meeting held on January 11, 2024, approved the appointment of Mr. Anil Chadha as Non-Executive Director, liable to retire by rotation, designated as the Chairman of the Company, with effect from 11th January, 2024. Mr. Anil Chadha (54), an alumnus of Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration, joined ITC Limited (`ITC')- Hotels Division in 1992. Apart from a brief hiatus of one and a half years, he has spent most part of his career with ITC, heading key hotel properties in New Delhi, Agra, Bengaluru and Chennai.

He took over as Vice President, Operations of the Hotels Division in April, 2019 and further as the Chief Operating Officer in December 2019. He was appointed as the Divisional Chief Executive Officer of ITC Limited- Hotels Division in September, 2021. Mr. Chadha has been acknowledged for his deep understanding of the hospitality business, strategic acumen and operational excellence.

He has successfully implemented innovative service standards and efficiency enhancements, optimizing hotel operations for superior guest experiences and earning a distinctive reputation for the brand. Mr. Chadha's leadership is catalyzed by his consistent attention to talent development and talent recognition. He places a strong emphasis on mentorship and team empowerment, fostering a culture of authority, accountability and innovation within his teams.