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The GM Awards 2025: Where hotel captains are honoured and celebrated

Recognising the vision, grit, and brilliance of the General Managers shaping Indian hospitality – tonight at Shangri-La Eros New Delhi......

GM Awards
GM Awards

The Indian hospitality industry is about to celebrate its unsung heroes – the General Managers.

The GM Awards, presented by ITP Media India with Hotelier India as the official magazine partner, is the country’s first recognition platform exclusively designed to honour the visionaries who lead India’s most iconic hotels. These are the people who ensure everything runs with clockwork precision; from the front desk to the boardroom.

More Than a Title – Celebrating True Leadership

This isn’t just another industry award. It’s a heartfelt nod to those who lead from the front, with strategy, sensitivity, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. With categories that include Young GMs, ESG champions, Boutique and Resort GMs, and Service Residences, the awards also shine a light on future-ready talent and emerging game changers in hospitality.

A Jury That Knows the Industry Inside Out

To ensure fairness and credibility, entries are evaluated by an independent jury of hospitality stalwarts; respected names who’ve spent decades building India’s finest hotels. Their insights will help spotlight individuals who are not just successful, but who are redefining what great leadership looks like in every region; North, South, East, and West.

An Evening of Recognition, Glamour, and Gratitude

Set to take place on 18th June 2025 at the prestigious Shangri-La, New Delhi, the GM Awards ceremony promises an unforgettable night. Expect meaningful tributes, heartfelt speeches, and a celebration of the people who quietly power an entire industry; with grace, grit, and vision.

Not Just an Award – A Movement

The GM Awards isn’t just about handing out trophies. It’s about giving due recognition to the people who make hospitality happen, every single day. This is their moment. And it’s just the beginning.

Grand Jury meet
(Top L-R): Manoj Bhat, MD & CEO, Mahindra Holidays; Jatin Khanna, CEO, Sarovar Hotels & Resorts; Ranjit Batra, President, Hospitality, Panchshil Realty; Sanjay Sethi, CEO & MD, Chalet Hotels; Satyen Jain, CEO, Pride Hotels; Gaurav Pokhariyal, EVP, Human Resources, IHCL (Bottom L-R): Sonica Malhotra, Joint MD, MBD Group; Zubin Saxena, Senior VP & Country Head - India, Hilton; Souvagya Mohapatra, MD (India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan), Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts; Ranju Alex, Area VP - South Asia, Marriott International; Sanju Soni, Senior VP, Oberoi Hotels & Resorts; Chef Rakesh Sethi, Corporate Executive Chef, Operations, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group; Vikram Cotah, CEO, GRT Hotels & Resorts; Vikramjit Singh, Chairman & MD, Alivaa Hotels & Resorts
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