IHCL appoints New General Manager at Goa’s Iconic Resort Taj Cidade de Goa, Goa

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), Goa’s largest hospitality operator and leader in the tourism sector has appointed Mr Vivek Batra as General Manager - Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon and Mr Anmol Pancholy as Hotel Manager - Taj Cidade de Goa Heritage.

With extensive experience across the Luxury Collection of ITC Hotels, Vivek initially joined the organization as Director of Food & Beverage at Taj Bangalore, Bengaluru, where he played a key role in curating exceptional dining experiences for our discerning guests. He then moved on to lead the food and beverage operations at the flagship hotel, The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai, in the role of Director of Food & Beverage. Demonstrating his leadership capabilities as Hotel Manager Taj Cidade de Goa Heritage he is recognized for his dedication, operational acumen, and strong leadership he has successfully taken on broader responsibilities, further enhancing his understanding of the hospitality landscape in Goa.

His ability to drive excellence, elevate guest experiences, and lead high-performing teams has made him an invaluable asset to the organization.

Anmol began his journey with IHCL as a Management Trainee. Following the completion of the program, he joined the Sales team at Taj Krishna, Hyderabad. Throughout his tenure at IHCL, Anmol led the Sales teams at Gateway Nashik and Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad, before transitioning to the Accor group as Director of Sales at Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre and Hyderabad International Convention Centre. Anmol then took on the role of Director of Sales and Marketing at The Leela Bhartiya City Hotel Convention and Residences. In his most recent position as Director of Operations at The Leela Hyderabad, Anmol developed his expertise in operations and general management.

With experience across multiple properties, Anmol brings a unique blend of strategic vision and collaborative leadership. His ability to inspire teams, drive guest satisfaction, and uphold the highest standards of service has been pivotal in his success. Now, as the Hotel Manager at Taj Cidade De Goa Heritage, Goa, Anmol is poised to bring fresh perspectives, energy, and a commitment to excellence, further strengthening the hotel's legacy. In this new role, Anmol would be reporting to General Manager – Taj Cidade de Goa.

Reflecting on the new appointments at IHCL Goa, Ranjit Phillipose, Senior Vice President – Operations, Goa stated, “At IHCL, we are deeply committed to our deliberate effort to identify and promote emerging young talent to leadership roles bringing diverse perspectives and energy into the organisation. This people-centric approach reflects IHCL's dedication to promoting talent from within, ensuring that employees are provided with opportunities for growth and advancement thus emphasizing the value of human capital.”