02/10/2026
Global Hospitality Leaders IHG and IHCL Tap Emerging Talent at BCIHMCT Campus Placement Drives, New Delhi
Banarsidas Chandiwala Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BCIHMCT), New Delhi, successfully hosted campus placement drives by two leading hospitality groups, IHG Hotels & Resorts on September 30 and Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) on October 1, 2026, providing final-year students with valuable career opportunities and industry exposure.
The campus placement drive by IHG Hotels & Resorts was conducted under its prestigious Aspire & Embark Programme, aimed at identifying and nurturing emerging hospitality talent. The session was led by Mr. Ritesh Sharma, General Manager, accompanied by Ms. Nishigandha Chitale, L&Q Manager; Mr. Sanjeev S. Kumar, Operations Manager; Mr. Devendra Kumar, Director – HR; Mr. Abhishek Kumar, EHK; and Mr. Rajashekar Petlu, Revenue Manager.
The visiting team introduced students to IHG’s organizational culture, career pathways, professional expectations and the recruitment process. The interaction enabled aspiring hospitality professionals to gain valuable insights into the opportunities available within the global hotel group.
Continuing the institute’s commitment to industry-academia collaboration, IHCL conducted its campus placement drive on October 1, 2026. The visiting delegation comprised Mr. Tushar Abrol, Area Director of Learning and Development; Mr. Hemendra, General Manager; Mr. Nitesh, HM on Orientation; Mr. Waqar, L&DM; Ms. Chetna, L&DM; Mr. Wilfred, DOHR; and Mr. Anuj, EC.
The team engaged with final-year students, offering insights into the organization’s professional environment while providing them with an opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and readiness for the hospitality industry.
Both placement drives served as significant platforms for students to interact with senior hospitality professionals, understand contemporary industry expectations and explore career opportunities with renowned hotel groups.
Prof. R. K. Bhandari, Principal, BCIHMCT, appreciated the participation of both hospitality groups and emphasized the institute’s commitment to preparing industry-ready professionals through sustained industry engagement.