Brookfield India REIT Appoints Shashank Jain as New CEO, Approves ₹1000 Crore Commercial Paper Issuance
Brookfield India Real Estate Trust announced the appointment of Shashank Jain as new CEO effective July 1, 2026, replacing retiring CEO Alok Aggarwal. Jain brings 25+ years of experience from PwC India where he co-leads the Deals Practice. The board also designated Charu Thapar and Gaurav Bhatia as additional key personnel and approved commercial paper issuance worth up to ₹1000 crores with one-year maturity.

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Brookfield India Real Estate Trust announced major leadership changes and financial approvals following its board meeting held on March 31, 2026. The board of directors of Brookprop Management Services Private Limited, the manager of Brookfield India REIT, approved several key decisions that will shape the organization's future direction.
Leadership Transition and New CEO Appointment
The most significant development involves the appointment of Shashank Jain as the new Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, effective July 1, 2026. This appointment comes as Alok Aggarwal prepares to retire from his role as CEO and Managing Director on June 30, 2026.
| Position Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| New CEO: | Shashank Jain |
| Effective Date: | July 1, 2026 |
| Previous Role: | Co-Head of Deals Practice, PwC India |
| Experience: | 25+ years in real estate, private equity, and M&A advisory |
| Team Size at PwC: | Over 1200 professionals |
Shashank Jain brings extensive experience from PwC India, where he currently serves as Co-Head of Deals Practice and previously led the Transaction Services Practice within Deals. His professional background spans over 20 years in the real estate sector, with involvement in significant transactions across various asset classes. He is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and holds a Diploma in Business Finance from the Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India.
Outgoing CEO's Legacy
Alok Aggarwal, who has been with Brookfield India REIT since its inception, will conclude his tenure after leading the organization through its foundational years. His retirement marks the end of an era for the REIT, having driven strategic direction and operational excellence across the portfolio while serving as Chairman of the Indian REITs Association.
Additional Key Personnel Appointments
The board also approved the designation of two senior executives as additional key personnel under SEBI regulations:
Charu Thapar - Executive Vice President, Operations:
- Part of Brookfield group since 2025
- Over 30 years of experience in real estate
- 25 years in asset and property management across India and Asia Pacific
- Previously managed over 650 million square feet portfolio at JLL
- Alumnus of Institute of Hotel Management, PUSA, New Delhi
Gaurav Bhatia - Executive Vice President, Leasing:
- Part of Brookfield group since 2020
- Over 20 years of experience in real estate leasing and advisory
- Previous experience with CBRE, JLL, and IWG plc
- MBA from NTU, Singapore, and Harvard Business School programs
Commercial Paper Issuance Approval
In addition to the leadership changes, the board approved a significant financial initiative involving the issuance of commercial papers.
| Commercial Paper Details: | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Total Amount: | Up to ₹1000,00,00,000 |
| Format: | Dematerialized, rupee denominated, listed and rated |
| Structure: | Promissory notes |
| Maturity Period: | Up to 1 year |
| Target Investors: | One or more permitted investors |
This commercial paper issuance aligns with various regulatory guidelines including SEBI circulars, RBI directions, and SEBI regulations governing Real Estate Investment Trusts and non-convertible securities.
Strategic Positioning
These developments position Brookfield India REIT for its next phase of growth under new leadership while maintaining its status as India's only 100% institutionally managed pan-India office REIT. The organization manages 11 Grade A assets across key gateway markets including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Gurugram, Noida, and Kolkata, with a total leasable area of 37 million square feet.
How will Shashank Jain's M&A advisory background influence Brookfield India REIT's acquisition strategy in the coming years?
What impact could the ₹1000 crore commercial paper issuance have on the REIT's expansion plans and debt profile?
Will the new leadership team prioritize geographic diversification beyond the current six gateway markets?

































