Our TeamThe people who build Kattu.

Bharat Harapanahalli

Chief Executive Officer

• Lean Construction
• BIM
• Construction analytics

Bharat Harapanahalli is a visionary, data-driven Chief Executive Officer with a distinguished career accelerating growth and digital transformation across the real estate and construction ecosystems. Armed with a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, specializing in Construction Engineering and Management from Oregon State University, Bharat seamlessly blends high-level corporate strategy with sophisticated operational execution. He specializes in deploying modern methodologies—including Lean Construction, Building Information Modelling (BIM), and continuous project controlling—to optimize project lifecycles, eliminate operational waste, and maximize bottom-line profitability.

A forward-thinking executive, Bharat is deeply committed to adopting disruptive industry technologies and implementing robust construction data analytics to drive informed business decisions. His leadership is defined by a sharp commercial acumen in complex negotiations, a relentless focus on scalable business strategies, and a proven track record of steering high-performing teams to deliver world-class infrastructure.

Abhilekh Kumar

Chief Project Officer

• Project delivery
• Risk mitigation
• Client relationships

Abhilekh Kumar is a dynamic and results-driven construction executive with nearly a decade of experience leading high-value residential and commercial developments from concept to successful handover. As a Civil Engineer and former Partner of Project & Business Operations, he specializes in managing massive, complex portfolios—including premium duplex villaments and large-scale residential townships valued up to ₹168 Crore. Abhilekh excels at cross-functional leadership, overseeing large teams of engineers, architects, and contractors while maintaining strict control over budgets, aggressive project timelines, and rigorous quality standards. Known for his strategic approach to risk mitigation and client relationship management, he consistently drives project profitability and operational efficiency to deliver exceptional, luxury real estate outcomes.

Ranganatha H P

Chief Contract Officer

• Contracts
• Procurement
• Quantity surveying

Ranganatha H P is a highly accomplished construction executive with a decade of expertise specializing in commercial contracts, strategic procurement, quantity surveying, and master project planning. As a Civil Engineer and Partner of Project & Business Operations, he has built a stellar track record directing end-to-end delivery frameworks for premium residential and commercial developments. Ranganatha brings deep operational command over vendor prequalification, risk identification, and the drafting of high-leverage commercial terms designed to optimize cost-efficiency and protect corporate interests.

Throughout his career with prominent real estate groups, he has successfully managed commercial and contract operations for massive multi-acre plotted developments, high-rise buildings, and residential townships. Recognized with industry accolades like the “Budding Star” award, Ranganatha seamlessly combines rigorous budget control and dispute mitigation with cross-functional leadership to secure positive, sustainable commercial agreements.