RICS Announces Appointment of Esteemed Industry Leaders to the South Asia Regional Advisory Board
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the world’s leading professional body for real estate, construction, and infrastructure, today announced the appointment of esteemed industry leaders to its South Asia Regional Advisory Board.
Chaired by Sanjay Dutt, FRICS, Managing Director & CEO, Tata Realty & Infrastructure Ltd. and Tata Housing Development Company Ltd., the new board members bring a wealth of experience and expertise across diverse sectors of the built environment. Their combined insights will be instrumental in guiding RICS’ strategic direction and initiatives in the South Asia region, focusing on key areas like:
Promoting ethical and professional standards within the industry
Supporting the growth and development of the property market
Advocating for sustainable and responsible practices in the built environment
Engaging with stakeholders across government, industry, and academia
Enhancing the recognition of RICS qualifications and designations
“I am delighted to welcome this esteemed group of professionals to the RICS South Asia Regional Advisory Board. Their expertise and insights will be invaluable in guiding RICS strategic direction, promoting professional standards, and advocating for the interests of RICS members in the region.” said Sanjay Dutt, Chairman of the RICS South Asia Board.
The new RICS South Asia Regional Advisory Board members are:
Ameya Gumaste FRICS – Executive Director and Country Head, Linesight India
Prof Chitra Weddikkara FRICS- Managing Director, Qserve Pvt. Ltd
Deben Moza FRICS – Senior Executive Director, Head of Project Management Services, Knight Frank (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Capt K Srinivas MRICS- Chief Executive Officer, Cornerstone Property Developers Private Limited
Michael Holland FRICS – Independent Director, Nexus Select Trust and Samhi Hotels Ltd.
Ram Chandnani MRICS – Managing Director- Advisory & Transaction, CBRE, India
Pawan Swamy MRICS- Chairman & Jt. Managing Partner, Credberg Advisors
Sanjeev Dasgupta MRICS – CEO, CapitaLand Investment India & CapitaLand India Trust
Sangeeta Prasad FRICS – Group CEO, Runwal Developers Pvt. Ltd.
Sobha Rani FRICS – Founder Managing Director, Veadik Consulting Solutions, Esttareal Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Somy Thomas MRICS – Managing Director, Valuation & Advisory, India, Co-Head, Land & Capital Markets, India, Cushman & Wakefield
Vinod Rohira MRICS – Managing Director & CEO – Commercial Real Estate, K Raheja Corp Group
The appointment of the new RICS South Asia Regional Advisory Board marks a significant step forward for the organisation in the region. With the support and guidance of these leading professionals, RICS is well-positioned to continue its work in promoting professionalism, ethics, and sustainable practices in the built environment industry across South Asia.
Commenting on the appointments, Ashwani Awasthi, Managing Director-South Asia, RICS, said, “I extend a warm welcome to our new board members whose diverse expertise and fresh perspectives are invaluable assets as we navigate the exciting journey ahead. Together, we will uphold our commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth, ensuring the continued success of RICS. I look forward to working closely with them to drive a positive impact for our stakeholders”.
About RICS
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors stands as a global leader in shaping the built and natural environments. With a heritage spanning over 150 years, RICS sets the standard for over 130,000 members and candidates operating in the development and management of land, real estate, construction, and infrastructure across more than 140 countries globally. The RICS is a leading professional body working in the public interest to advance knowledge, uphold standards, and inspire current and future professionals.