The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has appointed Saurabh Tiwari as Vice President – Middle East, Maldives & Sri Lanka
With more than two decades of luxury hospitality experience, Saurabh joined Taj Dubai in 2021 and has since driven commercial performance, guest experience and team development. He was appointed Area Director of Operations in 2024 and now takes on the expanded role overseeing one of IHCL’s fastest-growing international markets.
He currently oversees IHCL’s Middle East portfolio, including Taj Dubai, Taj Exotica, The Palm and Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers. In his new role, Saurabh will lead IHCL’s operations across the Middle East, Maldives and Sri Lanka, with a focus on operational and commercial performance, talent development, guest experience and regional growth.
Commenting on his appointment, Saurabh Tiwari said: “I am truly honoured to take on the role of Vice President – Middle East, Maldives & Sri Lanka. My journey with Taj and IHCL has been incredibly rewarding, and this appointment is as much a reflection of the people around me as it is a personal milestone. I am deeply grateful to the leadership team at IHCL for their continued trust, guidance and confidence in me, and to our owners for their support and belief in our vision.
Most importantly, the credit goes to my teams. Their passion and commitment are behind every milestone we have achieved together. I have always believed that great hospitality begins with great people, and I feel fortunate to work alongside some of the very best in the industry.
IHCL is an organisation that truly invests in its people and gives them the opportunity to grow, lead and make an impact. Taj has been an important part of my professional journey, and it is a company I am extremely proud to be associated with. I see myself continuing to grow with IHCL in the years ahead, strengthening our presence across the Middle East, Maldives and Sri Lanka. There is tremendous opportunity ahead, and I look forward to building the next chapter together with our teams, owners and leadership.”
Saurabh’s appointment reflects IHCL’s focus on developing internal talent to support its international growth. His operational expertise and leadership will support the continued expansion of Taj across international markets.
