APPOINTMENT

Saurav Batabyal Appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru

The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru has announced the appointment of Saurav Batabyal as its new Director of Sales & Marketing.

Saurav brings extensive experience in luxury hospitality, sales strategy, and business development. He has worked with leading hospitality brands including Le Méridien Hyderabad, Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre (NHCC), Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC), Taj Mahal Palace, and Grand Hyatt Mumbai, where he built a reputation for driving revenue growth, strengthening market positioning, and delivering impactful business results.

In his new role at The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru, Saurav will lead the Sales & Marketing function for the hotel, convention centre, and residences, with a focus on strategic growth, brand visibility, luxury positioning, and expanding the property’s presence across key markets.

His expertise in MICE, luxury hospitality, weddings, and large-scale events is expected to further strengthen the property’s standing as one of Bengaluru’s leading hospitality destinations.

Sandeep Singh, General Manager, said, “We are delighted to welcome Saurav to The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru family. His strong industry expertise, strategic approach, and deep understanding of luxury hospitality make him a valuable addition to our leadership team. We are confident that his vision and experience will play a significant role in driving the next phase of growth for the property.”

Excited for his new role, Saurav said, “I am excited to join The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru, a property that beautifully represents modern luxury and true Indian hospitality. I look forward to contributing towards the brand’s continued growth and creating meaningful business opportunities across segments.”