Metro Group Appoints Aravind Mylsammy as Managing Director, Targets 36 Hotel Properties by 2030

Metro Group of Companies has appointed Aravind Mylsammy as Managing Director, marking a leadership transition as the company accelerates its hospitality expansion strategy across India.

Mylsammy’s association with the group began at an operational level, where he led the turnaround of a debt-laden hotel through process discipline, engineering efficiency, and structured management practices. His progression from frontline operations to corporate leadership reflects the company’s focus on execution-driven growth.

In his new role, he will integrate Metro Group’s real estate development capabilities with its hospitality portfolio, aligning asset creation with scalable hotel operations.

The company has outlined an ambitious roadmap to expand its national footprint, targeting 36 operational properties by 2030. Each project is expected to follow standardized systems, operational controls, and long-term sustainability principles aimed at consistent performance.

Commenting on the development, Mylsammy said his immediate priority is to bridge development expertise with hospitality execution, focusing on building a system-led platform rather than isolated assets.

Metro Group stated that the expansion pipeline is already underway, with multiple projects in planning and execution phases, positioning the company for