IHCL Expands Its Presence In Gujarat, Announces A New Taj Hotel In Ahmedabad

In the picture from left - Mr. Kailash R. Goenka, Director, Sankalp In with Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, IHCL

Mumbai, April 27, 2019: The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), South Asia’s largest hospitality company today announced the signing of a Taj hotel in Ahmedabad. This will be the fourteenth IHCL branded hotel in the state of Gujarat.

Commenting on the signing of this agreement, Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, IHCL said, “We are delighted to partner with Sankalp In to introduce the iconic Taj brand in Ahmedabad. With this announcement, IHCL reaffirms its commitment to Gujarat. The signing highlights the growth momentum of the company and is a great addition to our domestic portfolio.”

Strategically located on Sindhubhavan Marg, the hotel is spread over 1.4 acres of land. Slated to open in early 2020, it will be the city’s exciting new destination with 315 spacious rooms, an all-day-diner, a speciality restaurant, a tea-lounge along with large banqueting and conferencing spaces to cater to the growing market needs. Additional facilities will include a spa, swimming pool and a fitness centre.

Mr. Kailash R. Goenka, Director, Sankalp In said, “Ahmedabad is the economic powerhouse of Gujarat and one of the major industrial cities in the country. We are proud to partner with IHCL and welcome its luxury brand - Taj to the city.”

The first city in Gujarat to be listed as a UNESCO World Heritage City, Ahmedabad has grown to be the commercial and cultural hub of the state.

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About Sankalp In

Founded in 1980, Sankalp In is a highly diversified entity with interests in Hospitality, Packaged Foods, Manufacturing & Distribution, Exports, Hoteliering and Real Estate. Starting with a speciality restaurant in Ahmedabad, the Group today has more than 150 successfully operating restaurants across the globe. Considered as one of the fastest growing companies in India, under the leadership of Mr. Kailash Goenka (Ph.D.) the Group is spearheaded to becoming a major player in the economic scenario of India. Apart from India, it has a strong presence in countries like Australia, U.S.A., U.K. Canada and U.A.E.

About The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL)

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 hallmark of iconic hospitality, SeleQtions, a named collection of hotels, Vivanta, sophisticated upscale hotels and Ginger which is revolutionizing 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 operates 179 hotels including 30 under development globally across 4 continents, 12 countries and in over 80 locations.

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is South Asia’s largest Indian hospitality company by market capitalization. It is primarily listed on the BSE and NSE.