In a timeline that extends over 120 years, IHCL has successfully built for itself an unrivalled reputation and an irrefutable leadership. At the core of it is the sense of service with a touch of warmth. This strong foundation of IHCL, rooted in Indian hospitality and expressed through authentic experiences, has uniquely established us as South Asia’s largest hospitality-focused company.
With a powerful portfolio of compelling brands - Taj, SeleQtions, Vivanta, Ginger, and amã Stays & Trails – we are on a journey to optimise opportunities in hospitality across different customers and landscapes. Fueling our growth story is the depth of expertise across business models and consumer segments, and this proficiency is strongly backed by a strong development team.
Our invaluable relationships with all our partners are built on the bedrock of trust and delight, ensuring that each collaboration is driven by a sharp focus on maximising results. Through times tough and strong, our engaging and meaningful alliances have only made us stronger. It’s only together that we can look forward to crossing more exciting milestones in the times to come.
LEADERS SPEAK
Puneet Chhatwal
On the 6th of November,2017, Mr. Puneet Chhatwal joined IHCL as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer. He is a global professional with over three decades of leadership experience at highly-acclaimed hotel groups in Europe and North America.
Prior to this, Mr. Chhatwal was the Chief Executive Officer and Member of the Executive Board of Steigenberger Hotels AG – Deutsche Hospitality. He was also the Chief Development Officer of The Rezidor Hotel Group – Carlson Hotels Worldwide. Mr. Chhatwal is a graduate of both Delhi University and Institute of Hotel Management, Delhi. He has completed an MBA in Hospitality from ESSEC, Paris and an Advanced Management Program from INSEAD.
Mr. Chhatwal has won awards including the prestigious Carlson Fellowship and was rated as one of Europe’s 20 extraordinary minds in Sales, Marketing and Technology - HSMAI European Awards 2014. He was also the first alumnus included in the ESSEC-IMHI Hall of Honor 2014.
TAJ RANKED AS INDIA’S STRONGEST BRAND FOR THIRD TIME
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’ and ‘India’s Strongest Brand’ across sectors as per Brand Finance Hotels 50 and India 100 reports 2024 respectively; SeleQtions, a named collection of handpicked, storied hotels; Vivanta, a chain of contemporary upscale hotels that celebrate joie de vivre; Ginger, a brand that is revolutionizing the lean-luxe segment, and amã Stays & Trails, a charming portfolio of private bungalows and villas set in picturesque locales.
She Remains The Taj
We pride ourselves in fostering a culture that holds our women guests in the highest regard, and nurtures our women stakeholders. Reflecting this culture, "She Remains The Taj' is a celebration of the warmth and spirit of every woman. With this initiative, we reaffirm our commitment to encourage and support women as guests, employeess, partners and beyond.
