Ramesh Babu Maloth, GM of Lemon Tree Hotel Electronics City Bengaluru, Nominated for India’s 50 Best General Managers 2026

Ramesh Babu Maloth, General Manager of Lemon Tree Hotel in Electronics City, Bengaluru, has been nominated for India’s 50 Best General Managers 2026, recognising his leadership in hotel operations, revenue growth and long-term business management, according to details released during the 2026 nomination process by Hospitality Career Profile.

Nomination and Current Role

The nomination acknowledges Maloth’s current role as General Manager at Lemon Tree Hotel, Electronics City, where he has been serving since June 2025. The property is located in Bengaluru’s IT hub and features 175 rooms and suites designed for business and leisure travellers.

According to the company, he oversees daily operations, departmental coordination and overall performance of the hotel, including guest services, financial management and operational strategy.

Operational Responsibilities and Scope

Maloth is responsible for budgeting, forecasting and profit and loss management, ensuring financial targets are met while maintaining operational efficiency. His role includes supervising front office, housekeeping, food and beverage operations and maintenance functions.

The company said he also manages sales and marketing initiatives, vendor relationships and compliance with brand standards, while ensuring service quality and guest satisfaction across all departments.

Performance and Business Outcomes

Maloth has delivered consistent revenue growth of up to 25% year-on-year during his tenure across roles, while maintaining high levels of guest satisfaction. He has also implemented strategic plans focused on improving occupancy, operational efficiency and cost control.

His responsibilities include monitoring performance metrics such as revenue, occupancy and expenses, and introducing corrective measures to improve business outcomes.

Career Background and Industry Experience

Maloth has over 22 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including 11 years as a General Manager. Prior to his current role, he served as General Manager at Katriya Hotel & Towers in Hyderabad from July 2024 to May 2025.

He also held leadership roles with The Chancery Group of Hotels in Bengaluru and Belagavi, including General Manager positions at The Chancery Hotel and Native by Chancery Hotels, where he managed operations and pre-opening activities.

Early Career and Professional Development

Earlier in his career, Maloth worked with Continental Hotels & Resorts in Chennai and Savy Hospitality in Doha, Qatar, where he progressed from restaurant management to operations leadership roles. He began his hospitality career with Hotel Taj Krishna, Hyderabad, and Hotel NKM’s Grand.

He holds an MBA in Hospitality Management from Jaipur National University and has completed multiple training programmes in leadership, quality management and operational processes, the company said.

The India’s 50 Best General Managers 2026, organised by Hospitality Career Profile and powered by Nulsha Bookyati Pvt. Ltd., is currently in the nomination phase, with candidates being evaluated based on operational performance, leadership and industry contribution. The process is ongoing.