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Hyatt Advances Next Phase of Growth in India and Southwest Asia with New Senior Leadership Appointment
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the next stage of growth of Hyatt's business in India with the appointment of Vikas Chawla in the newly created senior role of President – India & Southwest Asia to lead the business in the region, effective April 1, 2026. The new leadership position reflects Hyatt's commitment to accelerating its expansion and deepening its brand presence in one of Hyatt's most strategically important growth markets.
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