Novotel Hyderabad Airport has announced the appointment of Dharaniswar Das as Director of People & Culture, further strengthening the hotel’s leadership team with a strong focus on people-first operations, organisational culture and talent development.
With more than two decades of experience across leading hospitality brands, Dharaniswar brings deep expertise in human resources leadership, employee engagement and culture-building to one of Hyderabad’s prominent airport hotels.
A Career Built Across Leading Hospitality Brands
Dharaniswar Das has held senior people leadership roles with reputed hospitality brands, including Grand Mercure Bengaluru at Gopalan Mall, Novotel Guwahati, and Ibis Novotel Bengaluru ORR. Over the years, he has developed a strong track record in managing large and diverse teams, implementing structured HR frameworks and fostering high-performance workplace cultures.
His professional experience spans talent acquisition, learning and development, employee engagement, organisational effectiveness and culture transformation, equipping him with a comprehensive understanding of people operations in complex hospitality environments.
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Role and Responsibilities
In his new role at Novotel Hyderabad Airport, Dharaniswar will lead the hotel’s People & Culture strategy, with a focus on attracting, developing and retaining talent while strengthening a collaborative and inclusive workplace environment.
His responsibilities include steering initiatives related to talent acquisition, employee development, leadership capability building and learning programmes, as well as shaping policies that align with the hotel’s long-term strategic priorities. Dharaniswar will also play a key role in advancing diversity and inclusion, strengthening employee engagement and ensuring that people practices support both operational excellence and colleague wellbeing.
Leadership Perspective
Commenting on his appointment, Dharaniswar Das said,
“I am delighted to join Novotel Hyderabad Airport and contribute to a workplace that prioritises growth, collaboration, and people-first values. My focus will be on creating meaningful development opportunities, nurturing an inclusive culture, and ensuring that every team member feels supported and empowered in their journey.”
Management Viewpoint
Welcoming the appointment, Sukhbir Singh, General Manager, Novotel Hyderabad Airport, stated,
“Dharaniswar brings deep people expertise and a strong understanding of Accor’s culture, making him an excellent fit for our hotel. His experience in building engaged teams and driving progressive HR practices will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our people strategy and enhance the colleague experience.”
Supporting a People-First Hospitality Vision
Novotel Hyderabad Airport continues to place strong emphasis on employee engagement, leadership development and a positive workplace culture as key drivers of guest satisfaction and operational success. Dharaniswar’s appointment aligns with the hotel’s commitment to nurturing talent, fostering inclusivity and building a resilient, future-ready workforce.
With his experience and people-centric approach, Dharaniswar Das is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping the next phase of growth for the hotel’s teams while reinforcing Novotel’s values-driven culture.
