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Souvagya Mohapatra is a distinguished hospitality leader with over three decades of experience in developing and managing luxury hotels. Currently the Managing Director for Atmosphere Core (India, Nepal, Bhutan & Sri Lanka), he is known for expanding landmark properties, shaping industry growth, and championing excellence, sustainability, and authentic guest experiences.
Can you elaborate on how your professional endeavours contribute to your overall sense of fulfilment and happiness?
As Managing Director at Atmosphere Core, I’m fulfilled by leading with purpose and heartfelt service. Creating authentic, sustainable, culturally rooted guest experiences drives me. Empowering teams, fostering transparency and shaping future leaders energise me. Seeing our people, destinations and brand grow continually reinforces my purpose and joy in this journey.
As Managing Director at Atmosphere Core, I’m fulfilled by leading with purpose and heartfelt service. Creating authentic, sustainable, culturally rooted guest experiences drives me. Empowering teams, fostering transparency and shaping future leaders energise me. Seeing our people, destinations and brand grow continually reinforces my purpose and joy in this journey.
Reflecting on your career trajectory, what pivotal moment or decision stands out as a defining factor in your success?
Mayfair Hotels & Resorts shaped my leadership foundations through trust and autonomy. Becoming Managing Director at Atmosphere Core in 2021 sharpened that journey, enabling me to drive sustainable, culturally rooted growth. My success is built on dedication, continuous learning, and a passion for developing strong teams and brands.
Mayfair Hotels & Resorts shaped my leadership foundations through trust and autonomy. Becoming Managing Director at Atmosphere Core in 2021 sharpened that journey, enabling me to drive sustainable, culturally rooted growth. My success is built on dedication, continuous learning, and a passion for developing strong teams and brands.
Which alcoholic beverage holds a special place as your favourite indulgence?
Although I don’t consume alcohol, Atmosphere Core curates exceptional beverage experiences for guests. Our Glenelly Estate wine-tasting events in the Maldives are particularly special, offering premium South African wines. We focus on delivering culturally rooted, high-quality wine and spirit experiences that blend luxury with authentic regional character.
Although I don’t consume alcohol, Atmosphere Core curates exceptional beverage experiences for guests. Our Glenelly Estate wine-tasting events in the Maldives are particularly special, offering premium South African wines. We focus on delivering culturally rooted, high-quality wine and spirit experiences that blend luxury with authentic regional character.
Share a behind-the-scenes glimpse into a memorable project or collaboration that brought together your passion for both beverages and another interest or field.
A standout project that reflects my passion for beverages and hospitality is Atmosphere Jaisalmer, our upcoming boutique resort in Rajasthan. It blends modern luxury with local culture, featuring a specialty restaurant and a whiskey-cigar lounge with curated beverage experiences. The project seamlessly unites luxury, regional heritage, sustainability and authentic sensory journeys.
A standout project that reflects my passion for beverages and hospitality is Atmosphere Jaisalmer, our upcoming boutique resort in Rajasthan. It blends modern luxury with local culture, featuring a specialty restaurant and a whiskey-cigar lounge with curated beverage experiences. The project seamlessly unites luxury, regional heritage, sustainability and authentic sensory journeys.