The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has elevated Saurabh Tiwari to the role of Vice President – Middle East, Maldives & Sri Lanka . He brings more than two decades of experience in luxury hospitality, with a career spanning hotel operations, commercial performance, guest experience and team leadership.
Saurabh joined Taj Dubai in 2021 and subsequently took on the role of Area Director of Operations in 2024. In his new position, he will provide strategic leadership across IHCL’s portfolio in the Middle East, Maldives and Sri Lanka, with a focus on operational performance, commercial results, talent development and guest experience.
This appointment supports IHCL’s organisational growth, contributing to leadership appointments in hospitality . To Lead International Operations As Vice President – Middle East, Maldives & Sri Lanka, Saurabh will oversee operational performance across IHCL’s portfolio in the three markets. His responsibilities will include strengthening commercial performance, developing talent and enhancing guest experiences across the company’s international operations.
He will also support IHCL’s expansion plans across the region, working with property teams, owners and leadership to strengthen the company’s presence in these markets.
Saurabh brings more than 20 years of experience in the luxury hospitality sector, with expertise covering hotel operations, commercial performance, guest experience and team leadership.
Since joining IHCL, he has been associated with properties including Taj Dubai, Taj Exotica The Palm and Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers. His progression within the organisation has included his appointment as Area Director of Operations in 2024, following his move to Taj Dubai in 2021.
His experience across property-level and regional operational responsibilities has given him exposure to managing hotel performance while working with teams across different areas of hospitality operations.
During Saurabh’s tenure with IHCL, Taj Dubai was recognised as Hotel of the Year in 2025. The hotel team also received the Hotel Team of the Year accolade.
The recognition reflects the operational and team-focused responsibilities associated with his leadership at the property. His experience at Taj Dubai will now contribute to his broader regional mandate across the Middle East, Maldives and Sri Lanka.
The new role expands Saurabh’s responsibilities from property and area operations to regional leadership across three international markets. He will focus on strengthening IHCL’s portfolio while supporting business growth, operational performance and talent development.
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.”
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