Chalet Hotels Appoints Salil Khare as Chief Projects Officer to Lead Design-Driven Growth & Sustainable Developments

An Architectural Strategist Joins Chalet’s Leadership for the Next Phase of Iconic Hospitality Projects

Mumbai | May 9, 2025 – Chalet Hotels Limited (CHL), the design-forward luxury hospitality arm of K Raheja Corp, has announced the appointment of Salil Khare as its Chief Projects Officer. A respected name in real estate and hospitality development, Khare brings with him over three decades of project leadership across landmark properties in India.

In this pivotal role, he will oversee Projects, Design, and Architecture, working closely with Shwetank Singh, and operating from CHL’s corporate headquarters in Mumbai.

Elevating Design Excellence & Greenfield Innovation

Khare’s portfolio is a testament to refined execution, leading complex, large-scale developments from concept to completion for globally aligned hospitality brands.

At Chalet Hotels, his focus will include:

* Greenfield developments across key urban and resort locations

* Design optimization across new and existing assets

* Sustainability-integrated planning and build philosophies

* His leadership supports Chalet’s commitment to quality, aesthetics, and environmental consciousness in every project delivered.

A Shared Vision for Future-Ready Hospitality

Chalet Hotels: Where Design Meets Performance

With 3,314 operational keys and another ~1,000 rooms under development, Chalet Hotels partners with the world’s finest hospitality brands including JW Marriott, The Westin, and Novotel. The group is also scaling its commercial portfolio from 2.4 million sq. ft. to 3.3 million sq. ft., reinforcing its mixed-use strategy across India’s top urban destinations.

Chalet’s strong ESG credentials are reflected in its Dow Jones Sustainability

Index score of 67 and recognition by CDP with a “B” rating for both Climate Change and Water Security. Notably, it is the first global hospitality company to join the RE100, EP100, and EV100 Climate Group initiatives.

Its culture of excellence has also been consistently recognized, with Great Place To Work™ certification for six consecutive years.

• For more information, visit: www.chalethotels.com