Restaurant India News: Cygnett Hotels Appoints Sujan Ganguly as Area Director for India & Nepal

Cygnett Hotels & Resorts has appointed Sujan Ganguly as Area Director – Operations & Pre-Opening for India and Nepal, as the company scales its footprint across key regional markets.

Ganguly brings more than three decades of experience in the hospitality sector, with a focus on operational management, hotel performance, and brand positioning. His career includes leadership roles across multiple established hospitality groups such as Ginger Hotels, Royal Orchid Hotels, Lords Hotels & Resorts, Fortune Hotels, Taj Hotels, Golden Tulip Hotels, Sarovar Hotels, and Peerless Hotels.

Known for his operational approach and team-focused leadership style, Ganguly has worked across hotel operations, pre-opening functions, brand development, and revenue optimisation. His track record includes building operational frameworks and improving property-level performance across multiple hotel formats.

In his new role, he will be responsible for overseeing operational performance and managing pre-opening activities across Cygnett’s portfolio in India and Nepal. The mandate includes ensuring consistency in operations, alignment with brand standards, and execution of new property launches.

Sarbendra Sarkar, Founder & Managing Director, Cygnett Hotels & Resorts, said, "We are delighted to welcome Sujan Ganguly to the Cygnett family. His extensive experience across leading hospitality brands and his deep understanding of hotel operations will be a valuable asset as we continue to scale our presence across India and neighbouring markets. Sujan’s leadership will play an important role in strengthening operational excellence and ensuring that every new Cygnett property opens with the standards and efficiency that our brand stands for."

The appointment comes as Cygnett advances its expansion pipeline, with multiple properties under development and planned openings across emerging hospitality markets in India and neighbouring regions. The move reflects a continued focus on strengthening operational leadership as the company increases its presence in the mid-scale and upscale hotel segments.