APPOINTMENT

Balvinder Sahrawat Promoted to Vice President –  Development, South Asia at Accor

Accor has promoted Balvinder Sahrawat to the role of Vice President – Development, South Asia. The move follows his 17-year tenure with the company, during which he has held roles across real estate investment, hospitality operations, and development.

In his new position, Sahrawat will be responsible for leading Accor’s development strategy across South Asia. His role includes overseeing portfolio expansion, driving new signings, and aligning brand placement with market opportunities across the region.

Sahrawat has been involved in the company’s expansion efforts in India and South Asia, including work related to greenfield developments, real estate acquisitions, and network growth. He has also contributed to the execution of franchise agreements and management contracts, supporting the addition of multiple properties across the region.

He will continue to work with property owners, developers, and investors as part of Accor’s regional growth plans. As a member of the South Asia Leadership Team, he will focus on strengthening development pipelines and supporting long-term partnerships.

Commenting on the promotion, Ranju Alex, CEO, Accor, South Asia, said, “Balvinder Sahrawat’s exceptional contribution to Accor’s growth across South Asia has been instrumental to our success. His strong business acumen, strategic vision and exceptional ability to build long-term partnerships have been important in strengthening our development throughout South Asia. As we continue to accelerate our growth ambitions, I am confident that under his leadership we will further strengthen our portfolio, deepen our partnerships, and unlock new opportunities across markets and segments.”

Balvinder Sahrawat, Vice President – Development, South Asia, Accor, said, ” Accor is not just where I have built my career — it is where I have grown, built lasting relationships, and come to deeply understand what this Group stands for. Our values of trust, respect, and putting people at the heart of everything we do shapes the way I approach every partnership and every deal. South Asia is a region of extraordinary opportunity, and I look forward to working with our owners, partners, and teams to bring the right brands to the right destinations and create long-term value for everyone we work with.”

Accor continues to expand its presence in South Asia, with a focus on growing its portfolio across segments and markets in the region.

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