Brookfield India REIT Appoints Shashank Jain as CEO & MD, Set to Take Charge from July 1

Brookfield India Real Estate Trust has announced a leadership transition with the appointment of Shashank Jain as its Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, effective July 1, 2026.

Jain will succeed Alok Aggarwal, who will continue in his role until June 30, ensuring a smooth transition of leadership.

Bringing over 25 years of experience, Jain joins Brookfield India REIT from PwC India, where he held multiple leadership roles, most recently as Partner and Co-leader in the deals practice. Over the years, he has built deep expertise in transaction advisory, mergers and acquisitions, integration strategy, and value creation, working closely with clients across sectors.

During his tenure at PwC, Jain played a key role in building and scaling the firm’s deal advisory and post-merger integration capabilities, while also advising on complex transactions, carve-outs, and operational transformations. His experience spans both real estate and private equity, positioning him well to lead a listed real estate investment platform.

His appointment comes at a time when REITs in India are gaining increasing traction among investors, driven by growing institutional participation, stable income assets, and evolving regulatory frameworks. As one of the prominent REIT platforms in the country, Brookfield India REIT is focused on expanding its portfolio and strengthening asset performance.

Jain is expected to lead the organisation’s next phase of growth, with a focus on strategic expansion, portfolio optimisation, and delivering long-term value to stakeholders. His background in deals and capital markets is likely to play a crucial role in navigating opportunities across acquisitions and asset management.

The transition also reflects Brookfield’s continued focus on bringing in leadership with strong financial and strategic expertise, particularly as the real estate sector becomes more institutionalised and competitive.

With a planned leadership handover in place, the company is positioning itself for continued growth and operational stability, as it looks to scale its presence in India’s commercial real estate market.