A Hardcore Mumbaikar, Bhagwan Balani has joined ITC Grand Central Mumbai as the new General Manager. He is a highly experienced hotelier with a solid history in the luxury hospitality industry. He has specialised in the all cross-functional skill of the hotel industry and has led strong teams. Prior to joining ITC Grand Central, he was working as GM at ITC Grand Goa. While working for high-profile hotel group Hilton, Mumbai as General Manager, he achieved highest occupancy level and excellent F&B revenue.

On his joining, he said, “I am delighted to join the ITC Grand Central Mumbai. It is a vibrant hotel and I am thrilled to join the team here. It embodies the commitment to showcase the destination through unique and enriching experiences that bring alive the cultural influences and ethos of Mumbai”.

He comes with an impressive academic background. A graduate and double diploma holder in hotel management and marketing management, his inclination towards the hospitality industry was inevitable. He completed his hotel management from Bharati Vidyapeeth Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (1992-95 batch). To gain higher educational assets for his career, he did his Diploma in Marketing Management from L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management, Mumbai. He also completed his Bachelor of Arts degree from Mumbai University.

A true ‘Mumbaikar’ at heart, Bhagwan was born and raised in the Mumbai. A fitness freak, he is passionate about sports and fitness. He is Marathoner and participates in almost every marathon. Being a nature lover, he ensures to go for long drive in hilly terrain. In his leisure time Bhagwan prefers to relax by the beach or spend quality time with his family.