GRT Hotels & Resorts Appoints Puneet Dutta as COO

Chennai, January 7th, 2025: GRT Hotels & Resorts, India’s premier boutique hospitality brand, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Puneet Dutta as our new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Mr Dutta will oversee the operations for the brand, which encompasses 22 hotels and resorts in India. This strategic appointment comes as the brand embarks on an ambitious plan to expand its presence both nationally and internationally.

With a distinguished career spanning over 20 years in the hospitality industry, Mr Dutta brings a wealth of experience in driving operational excellence and strategic growth. His expertise also lies in leading cross cultural environment, hotel pre-opening & property turnaround. He is known for his ability to craft strategy & streamline operations to provide creative, regenerative and profit-oriented solutions to lead business in diverse situations.

In his new role, Mr Dutta will oversee the brand’s operations, ensuring seamless integration and efficiency across all properties. He will also spearhead the group’s expansion strategy, while focusing on strengthening our presence in key markets.

“We are excited to welcome Puneet to the GRT Hotels’ executive team. His proven leadership and industry expertise, coupled with a strong track record in both national and international operations, will be invaluable as we drive growth and deliver exceptional guest experiences. Puneet’s deep understanding of diverse markets will be instrumental in expanding our global footprint.”

Mr. Vikram Cotah, CEO of GRT Hotels & Resorts, 

“I am thrilled to join GRT Hotels & Resorts at this exciting time of growth. The brand has been at the forefront of promoting sustainable luxury and wellness in India, paving the way for other hospitality brands to follow. The brand’s dedication to excellence, innovation, guests and the environment is truly inspiring. I look forward to collaborating with the brilliant team to achieve our strategic objectives and deliver ‘brand GRT’ and our ‘promise of more’ on a global scale.”

Mr Puneet Dutta, COO of GRT Hotels & Resorts