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GUJARAT JHM HOTELS, owned by the Rama family along with U.S.-based Auro Hotels, recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the government of Gujarat to develop the JW Marriott Surat Resort & Spa in Surat in the state of Gujarat, India. It is GJHM's third Marriott hotel in the city after the Surat Marriott Hotel and the Courtyard by Marriott Surat. The upcoming property will feature more than 300 guestrooms and villas, according to a joint statement by GJHM and Auro Hotels, according to a release on the Press Trust of India website. "This transformative project, backed by more than $120 million (Rs 1,000 crore) investment, aims to create jobs for 800 individuals, offer crucial infrastructure for the city's growth, and establish Surat as the commercial capital of Gujarat," said D.J. Rama, director of GJHM and president and CEO of Auro Hotels. "Aspiring to be a 'Smart City,' this strategic investment underscores Gujarat JHM's commitment to fostering inclusive development. Surat is poised to emerge as a beacon of urban advancement, seamlessly combining financial strength with technological innovation."

Pradip Bhol is now promoted as the cluster director of engineering at Courtyard By Marriott Surat, following his tenure as chief engineer. In the new capacity, he will oversee operations at Courtyard By Marriott Surat, Surat Marriott Hotel, Auro University, and forthcoming projects at Earth Space, Courtyard Surat said in a statement. Courtyard Surat is managed by Gujarat JHM Hotels and owned by the U.S.-based Auro Hotels, founded by the Rama family. "Pradip's promotion is a testament to his remarkable contributions and underscores Courtyard By Marriott Surat's commitment to recognizing and empowering talent within its ranks," said Vikas Sharma, Courtyard Surat's area general manager. "His leadership will undoubtedly chart new heights of success and further solidify the cluster's position. " Bhol has previously worked at Hyatt Hotels Corp., Accor, Lemon Tree Hotels, and Marriott International, the statement added.

AURO HOTELS RECENTLY completed the renovation of the 132-room Hilton Garden Inn Orlando Airport in Orlando, Florida. The property is near Orlando International Airport as well as Disney World, Universal Studios, SeaWorld Orlando, Crayola Experience Orlando, Gatorland Wild Animal Park and Kissimmee Lakefront Park. "We are so excited to welcome guests to our reinvented property focused on providing an outstanding product and service," said Michael Goldwasser, the hotel's general manager. "Our Hilton Garden Inn Orlando Airport team is committed to delivering genuine hospitality that provides real value to our guests. We're focused on creating a welcoming environment and ensuring every stay exceeds expectations." Auro Hotels, led by DJ Rama as president and CEO and based in Greenville, South Carolina, with offices in Atlanta and Surat, has developed, owned and operated 110 hotels over 50 years. The company currently owns 37 hotels and operates over 6,500 guestrooms in the U.S. and India under brands like Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt.