Yuvaraj stands at the forefront of human resources innovation as the Group Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at MakeMyTrip Group, where he leads the HR strategies of India’s top travel technology organisations like MakeMyTrip, GoIbibo, and RedBus. His journey in the corporate sphere is underpinned by a robust educational foundation, with a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Psychology from the University of Allahabad and an MBA in Human Resources from IMT Ghaziabad.

Yuvaraj also spearheads MakeMyTrip Foundation, social arm of MakeMy Trip, which has successfully led and executed high impact social projects across India.

Before embarking on his corporate journey in the Year 1997, Yuvaraj’s career was marked by a distinguished six-year tenure with the Indian Armed Forces. His service, characterized by active operational deployment and participation in counter insurgency operations in the J&K sector, instilled in him a unique blend of leadership, resilience, and strategic thinking.

Yuvaraj’s professional narrative is further enriched by his past role as the Ex President of the National HRD Network’s Delhi NCR chapter. The Government of India, evidenced by his appointment to the Advisory Panel of the Central Boards of Film Certification, has also sought his expertise and insights. Moreover, his contributions extend to the National HR & Skills Committee of FICCI, the HR & Leadership committee of CII, and various educational Institutions. A thought leader in the HR domain, Yuvaraj is a frequent feature in both digital and traditional media, where his perspectives and insights are highly valued.

Recognition for his professional excellence is widespread. Yuvaraj has been honoured with several prestigious awards, including the LinkedIn Power Profile in India for 2016 and the Margdarshak Award in 2022 by leading business School for his outstanding work in employee engagement. Additionally, he has been acknowledged as one of the 100 Most Talented Global HR Leaders and named among the 50 Influential & Dynamic HR Leaders in 2021 and League of Top 50 HR thought leaders 2024 by ETHR World

Yuvaraj’ s corporate journey, spanning over two and a half decades, includes pivotal roles at Asian Paints, The Oberoi Group of Hotels, and PepsiCo India. His career is a testament to his versatility and expertise across the entire spectrum of industry and human resource verticals. As a certified executive coach, Yuvaraj is also known for his impactful training programs in change management, managerial coaching, and behavioural assessments.

Beyond the corporate realm, Yuvaraj loves Indian music and an engaging conversationalist, especially on topics related to the Indian political system. His multifaceted personality and diverse interests add depth to his professional persona, as a Human Resource leader.