APPOINTMENT

Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre and Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre Appoint Kunal Bajpai as Director of Engineering

Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC) and Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre, managed by Accor, have announced the appointment of Kunal Bajpai as Director of Engineering.

Kunal brings over 12 years of experience in the hospitality industry, with a focus on engineering operations, project management, sustainability initiatives, and technical services. He has previously been associated with hospitality organisations such as The Indian Hotels Company Limited and Marriott International.

Prior to this appointment, he served as Chief Engineer at Tajsats Air Catering Ltd., where he was involved in infrastructure and development projects, including work related to facilities at Noida International Airport. His responsibilities also included participation in projects such as institutional catering infrastructure development.

Kunal’s experience spans facility management, energy optimisation, safety compliance, ESG initiatives, and pre-opening project execution. He has also been associated with sustainability certifications, including EarthCheck programmes, across hospitality operations.

In his new role, he will oversee engineering and maintenance operations across both properties, including infrastructure management, energy and sustainability initiatives, and compliance with operational standards.

Excited for his new role, Kunal said, “I am excited to be a part of Accor – Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre and JECC. I look forward to leveraging my experience in engineering operations and sustainability to further strengthen operational excellence, enhance efficiency, and contribute towards creating world-class guest experiences.”

Commenting on the appointment, Manuj Ralhan, General Manager, JECC & Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre, said, “We are pleased to welcome Kunal to the team. His strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and deep understanding of sustainable engineering practices will play a significant role in further strengthening our operational excellence and infrastructure standards.”

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