Lodha Group Strengthens Its Leadership Team

Lodha Group, India’s real estate developer by residential sales, strengthens its leadership team of Industrial and Logistics business with new appointments. The group appoints Ramit Chopra as National Head – Business Development & Leasing (Industrial and Logistics Parks) and Veeresh Rao as Technical Head (Industrial and Logistics Parks). The Group’s current focus will be on the development of Palava Industrial and Logistics Park (PILP).

Ramit Chopra is an expert in lease transactions, deal negotiations, and investment strategies. His key responsibility at the Group will include leading the industrial and logistics vertical growth across cities. Additionally, he will be instrumental in strengthening Lodha Group’s land acquisition capability and building a national & global network. He comes with 18+ years of strong experience in real estate with over 10 years of exposure in logistics and warehousing developments across India. Before joining Lodha, Ramit has held various leadership roles across the country in firms like Indospace and Embassy Industrial Parks [Warburg Pincus].

Veeresh Rao brings the expertise of urban planning, design & engineering, contracts and project management to Lodha Group. With his vast experience, he will spearhead the complete master plan of PILP, current development of over 300+ acres, and be in charge of the overall land, infrastructure capacity, and planning. In his past leadership roles, he was responsible for corporate and business development strategies. Prior to associating with Lodha, the civil engineer served as Vice President – Projects for Allcargo Logistics parks.

Commenting on the successful appointments, Shaishav Dharia, CEO –Townships and Rental Assets, Lodha Group said, “The addition of seasoned leaders like Ramit and Veeresh will significantly fortify Lodha’s Industrial and Logistics Parks business. The vast experience of the leaders coupled with their expertise will strengthen our market competencies, thereby enhancing our sales efforts and partnerships while driving excellence in customer experience.”

Ramit Chopra, National Head – Business Development & Leasing (Industrial and Logistics Parks), said, “Lodha has been a pioneer in setting new benchmarks in every segment and business they have ventured into.  I look forward to contributing towards the growth and expansion of Lodha Group in the industrial & logistics sector, further strengthening its presence in this space.”

Veeresh Rao, Technical Head (Industrial and Logistics Parks), said, “As a brand, Lodha Group has always challenged the status quo to offer consumers the best in the category. I look forward to being a part of the Group’s growth journey, especially when the company is poised for strategic growth in the industrial and logistics business and contribute towards building Palava Industrial and Logistics Park as the best-in-class Grade A park globally.”

Palava Industrial and Logistics Park is a part of Palava City which is spread across over 5000+ acres and located in Mumbai Metropolitan Region. It is designed to meet international standards as a Grade A park with high-quality amenities and support infrastructure. It provides flexible land parcel and built-to-suit options catering to multiple industries in the manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics sector. Hassle-free on-boarding, clear land titles and strategic location that enjoys’ excellent connectivity to JNPT and the upcoming Navi Mumbai airport make it the ideal location for corporates.