IHCL Expands Presence in Chennai, Signs A Taj

MUMBAI, NOVEMBER 06, 2025: Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a Taj hotel on ECR in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. This is a greenfield development.

Ms. Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL, said, “Chennai’s hospitality landscape is shaped by its strong corporate base, anchored by the automobile industry and a thriving IT ecosystem. Driven by its cultural richness and infrastructure, the city also benefits from a steady influx of leisure travellers and a growing MICE segment. The signing of this new Taj hotel on ECR is a strategic move to tap into this multi-dimensional demand. We are delighted to partner with MGM Healthcare for this project.”

Spread across 13 acres of pristine beachfront land, the 151-key Taj ECR Chennai, Tamil Nadu will offer direct views of the Bay of Bengal. Designed to offer a harmonious blend of leisure and business, the hotel will feature an all-day dining restaurant, two specialty restaurants, and a bar. Guests can indulge in rejuvenating experiences at Taj’s signature J Wellness Circle, alongside a state-of-the-art gym, swimming pool, and other recreational amenities. The resort will be the ideal destination for large-scale events and conventions, with two large banquet venues of approximately 10,000 and 5,300 square feet, multiple meeting rooms and expansive beachfront lawns.

Mr. M.K. Rajagopalan, MGM Healthcare, said, “We are excited to collaborate with IHCL. This development will offer a world-class experience to guests in Chennai.”

Chennai is a vibrant metropolis known for its rich cultural heritage, classical music and dance, and architectural marvels. From the historic temples of Mahabalipuram to the bustling Marina Beach and the colonial charm of Fort St. George, the city offers a diverse array of attractions for travellers.

With the addition of this hotel, IHCL will have 16 hotels in Chennai, including 6 under development.

About the Owner

MGM HEALTHCARE is a diversified entrepreneurial venture by Mr. M.K. Rajagopalan which operates three hospitals in Chennai, one in Vizag and two upcoming in Chennai. In addition, he is the Chancellor of a renowned University which runs Medical colleges in Puducherry and Chennai.

About The Indian Hotels Company Limited

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) and its subsidiaries bring together a group of brands and businesses that offer a fusion of warm Indian hospitality and world-class service. These include Taj – the iconic brand for the most discerning travellers and ranked as World’s Strongest Hotel Brand 2025 and India’s Strongest Brand 2025 as per Brand Finance; Claridges Collection, a curated set of boutique luxury hotels merging elegance with historical charm; SeleQtions, a named collection of hotels; Tree of Life, private escapes in tranquil settings; Vivanta, sophisticated upscale hotels; Gateway, full-service hotels designed to be your gateway to exceptional destinations and Ginger, which is revolutionising the lean luxe segment.

Incorporated by the founder of the Tata Group, Jamsetji Tata, the Company opened its first hotel – The Taj Mahal Palace, in Bombay in 1903. IHCL has a portfolio of 591 hotels including 319 in the pipeline globally across 4 continents, 14 countries and in over 250 locations. The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is India’s largest hospitality company by market capitalization. It is listed on the BSE and NSE.