Vikram S. Oberoi (born 7 September 1963, Age: 60 years old) is a prominent Indian hotelier and the managing director and chief executive officer of EIH Limited, the flagship company of the Oberoi Group.

He is also the CEO, executive director, and managing director of EIH Associated Hotels Ltd., a subsidiary of EIH Limited. He belongs to the illustrious Oberoi family, which has been at the forefront of the luxury hospitality industry in India and abroad for over eight decades.

Early Life

Vikram S. Oberoi was born on 7th September 1963 in India. He is the son of Prithvi Raj Singh Oberoi, popularly known as Biki Oberoi, who is the executive chairman of the Oberoi Group and one of the most respected hoteliers in the world. He is also the grandson of Mohan Singh Oberoi, the founder of the Oberoi Group, who pioneered the idea of luxury hospitality in India by opening his first hotel in Shimla in 1934.

Education

Vikram completed his schooling at St. Paul’s School, in Darjeeling, India, and later pursued his higher education in the United States. He holds a bachelor’s degree in science from Pepperdine University, California, USA, and has over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry.

Vikram S. Oberoi Wiki/Bio

NameVikram S. Oberoi
Date of birth7th September 1963
Age58 years old
NationalityIndian
OccupationHotelier
PositionManaging director and CEO of EIH Limited and EIH Associated Hotels Ltd.
EducationBachelor’s degree in science from Pepperdine University, California, USA
WifeReena Wadha
ChildrenOne son and one daughter
ParentsPrithvi Raj Singh Oberoi (father)
GrandparentsMohan Singh Oberoi (grandfather)
Net worth$200 million (approx.)
Salary$1.5 million (approx.)
Instagramvikramoberoi
Homepagenewsunzip.com

Net worth and salary

According to various sources, Oberoi has a net worth of around $200 million as of 2023. He owns 5,609,896 shares of EIH Limited, which amounts to 0.90% of the company’s equity. His annual salary as the CEO and managing director of EIH Limited is estimated to be around $1.5 million.

Death of Prithvi Raj Singh Oberoi

Prithvi Raj Singh Oberoi, popularly known as Biki Oberoi, the executive chairman of the Oberoi Group, passed away on November 14, 2023, at the age of 94. He was one of the pioneers of the Indian hospitality industry, who transformed his father’s modest hotel business into a global luxury brand.

A legacy of excellence

Biki Oberoi was born on February 3, 1929, in India. He was the son of Rai Bahadur Mohan Singh Oberoi, the founder of the Oberoi Group, who started his career as a clerk at a hotel in Shimla and later bought two properties: the Maidens in Delhi and the Clarke’s in Shimla, in 1934.

Biki Oberoi was educated at St. Paul’s School, in Darjeeling, India, and later in the United Kingdom and Switzerland. He joined his father’s business in 1949 and became the director of the company in 1954. He was instrumental in expanding the group’s portfolio, both in India and abroad, with properties in Egypt, Indonesia, Mauritius, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, and the United Arab Emirates.

He took over as the chairman of EIH Limited, the flagship company of the Oberoi Group, in 2002, after the death of his father. He remained the CEO of EIH Ltd until 2013 when he handed over the reins to his son, Vikram Oberoi, who is currently the managing director and CEO of the company. Biki Oberoi continued to serve as the executive chairman and the chairman emeritus of the group until his demise.

A loss mourned by many

Biki Oberoi’s death was announced by the Oberoi Group in a statement, which said: “It is with profound grief that we inform you of the sad demise of our beloved Chairman Emeritus, Mr. Prithvi Raj Singh Oberoi. He passed away peacefully this morning. He was an inspiration to all of us and his legacy will live on in our hearts and minds.” 

Career and Achievements

Vikram S. joined the Oberoi Group in 1994 and worked in various positions across different properties of the group. He was appointed as the joint managing director of EIH Limited in 2007 and became the CEO and managing director of EIH Limited in 2015. He is also the CEO, executive director, and managing director of EIH Associated Hotels Ltd. since 2015.

Under his leadership, the Oberoi Group has expanded its presence in India and overseas and has won several accolades and awards for its excellence in service, quality, and innovation. The Oberoi Group operates 32 hotels, Nile cruisers, and a motor vessel in the backwaters of Kerala under the luxury ‘Oberoi’ and five-star ‘Trident’ brands. The group has a presence in seven countries, namely India, Indonesia, UAE, Egypt, Mauritius, Morocco and Saudi Arabia. The group is also engaged in flight catering, airport restaurants, travel and tour services, car rentals, project management, and corporate air charters.

Achievements

Some of the notable achievements of Vikram S. Oberoi and the Oberoi Group are:

  • In 2010, Vikram Oberoi was recognized as the “Corporate Hotelier of the World” by Hotels magazine.
  • In 2022, the Oberoi Group was ranked as the number one hotel brand in the world by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards.
  • In 2023, the Oberoi Group was featured in the World’s 50 Best Hotels by the World’s 50 Best Hotels Academy.
  • In 2023, the Oberoi, Marrakech was ranked as the number one resort in North Africa and the Middle East by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards.
  • In 2023, the Oberoi, New Delhi was ranked as the number one city hotel in Asia by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards.
  • In 2023, the Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur was ranked as the number one resort in India by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards.

Spouse & Children

Vikram Oberoi is married to Reena Wadha, the daughter of Ashok Wadha, a prominent businessman and philanthropist. They have two children, a son and a daughter, whose names are not publicly known. Vikram S. and his wife Reena Wadha are often seen together at various social and business events, and they share a passion for art, travel, and golf. They live in a luxurious residence in Delhi, India.

Reena Wadha is also a director of BI Publications Pvt Ltd., a company that publishes books on various topics, including art, architecture, design, history, and culture. She is also involved in various charitable and social causes, such as supporting education, health, and women empowerment.

Oberoi and Reena Wadha are a power couple in the Indian hospitality industry, and they have successfully carried forward the legacy of the Oberoi family. They are also proud parents of their two children, who are reportedly studying abroad.

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