APPOINTMENT
SAMHI has announced the appointment of Priyanka Ahluwalia as Cluster General Manager for its portfolio of Holiday Inn Express hotels, effective January 2026.
In this new role, she will oversee the operations of the 12 Holiday Inn Express (HIEX) hotels across India owned by SAMHI.
Priyanka brings over 25 years of experience spanning hotels, tourism boards, and golf resorts with a track record of leading large, multi-location businesses covering sales, marketing, operations, and revenue strategy across India, Afghanistan, and the Middle East.
Prior to this role, Priyanka spent 12 years with The LaLiT Suri Hospitality Group. Her most recent role was General Manager – Sales & Operations.
Ashish Jakhanwala, Chairman, Managing Director and CEO of SAMHI Hotels, commented on the appointment, “Priyanka’s appointment comes at a defining moment as we continue to scale our Holiday Inn Express portfolio and sharpen our operational edge. We are confident that her leadership will strengthen our portfolio and help us deliver the right guest experience.”
Speaking on her appointment, Priyanka Ahluwalia said, “I am delighted to join the team and lead the Holiday Inn Express portfolio. My focus has always been on driving operational excellence through a people-first approach. I look forward to collaborating with the teams across these 12 Holiday Inn Express hotels to refine our service delivery and ensure we continue to provide smart, efficient hospitality that resonates emotionally with our guests.”
Leave a comment