

LEGACY
OUR FOUNDERS
The Visionaries
Behind The Legacy

In a free enterprise, the community is not just another stakeholder, but is infact the very purpose of its existence.
Jamsetji N Tata

Always aim at perfection, for only then will you achieve excellence.
Jehangir R.D. Tata

If you want to walk fast, walk alone. But if you want to walk far, walk together.
Padma Vibhushan Ratan N Tata
A GloriousHistory of Firsts
Rooted in the values of the Tata Group, IHCL has consistently pioneered new standards in luxury, innovation, and service. From introducing India’s first licensed bar, jazz music, and electric elevators to opening the doors of royal palaces and exclusive spaces like The Chambers, IHCL has redefined how India—and the world—experiences hospitality.
Over the past 120 years, the Taj has become a symbol of Indian heritage and elegance, hosting global dignitaries, celebrities, and travellers with unmatched warmth and grace. As part of the Tata Group, IHCL continues to lead with purpose, staying true to its legacy of excellence while expanding its presence across continents and cultures.
KEY MILESTONES
An Unsurpassed Legacy of Leadership

IHCL announced the launch of Claridges Collection in partnership with Claridges Hotels Pvt. Ltd.

Delhi High Court recognised 'Taj' as a well-known trademark

Taj debuted in Kruger National Park in South Africa with three luxury lodges

Taj is India’s strongest brand 2025, marking four consecutive years as per brand finance’s 'India 100 2025' report

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) was incorporated

Launched India's 1st luxury hotel – The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

The moment when India’s independence was announced from the precincts of The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, by Lord Mountbatten

IHCL was incorporated as a public listed company

The iconic Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai hosted Pandit Ravi Shankar and George Harrison as the Beatles star took lessons from Pandit Ji

1st company known to have run palaces as hotels with Taj Lake Palace & Rambagh, Jaipur

Entered Goa and developed one of India’s most visited leisure destinations

IHCL launched India's Premier Business Club – The Chambers at the iconic The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

IHCL listed on Bombay Stock Exchange

Acquired St. James' Court, London – becoming the 1st Indian hospitality brand with a hotel in London

Forayed into Kerala with Taj Malabar Resort & Spa, Cochin

Forayed into a key international leisure destination – Sri Lanka

Forayed into the Maldives with Taj Exotica Resort & Spa

Mr. Ratan Tata attended the Centenary Celebrations of The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

Taj launched its first luxury residences project creating a serene oasis in the heart of India's Commercial Capital

The first Jiva Spa opened at the Taj Usha Kiran Palace in Gwalior

Forayed into New York with The Pierre

Launched Taj Safaris – India’s first luxury safari circuit

IHCL launched the marquee award-winning Taj Inner Circle Program

IHCL set up the Taj Public Service Welfare Trust with the immediate intent to support those affected by the attacks of 26-11

Harvard Business School paid tribute with a case study to the customer-centric leadership at Taj during the 26-11 terrorist attack

IHCL expanded its brand portfolio with the new brand Vivanta by Taj

Forayed into Dubai with Taj Dubai

Vivanta Guwahati opened, paving the way for IHCL to pioneer the North-East as a hospitality destination

IHCL restructured its brand architecture

IHCL launched Aspiration 2022

IHCL won the bid to retain the lease for the marquee Taj Mahal, New Delhi

Launched Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Andamans – embraced sustainable tourism to preserve the island's fragile ecosystem

Reimagined Lean-Luxe Ginger was launched at Ginger Panaji

IHCL launched a new brand SeleQtions with 12 hotels

Launched India's first branded homestay portfolio – ama Stays and Trails

The Taj Mahal Palace Mumbai became the first building in India to be granted an Image Trademark

Launched Qmin – a repertoire of culinary experiences & gourmet food delivery service along with the Qmin app

IHCL initiated a comprehensive response to COVID with Tajness – A Commitment Restrengthened – distributed 4.5 million+ meals under #MealsToSmiles Program

Launched the reimagined The Chambers Global Membership

Launched the first Qmin Shop at President, Mumbai – IHCL SeleQtions

Taj was recognised as India's Strongest Brand across sectors for the first time by Brand Finance India 100 report

Taj was recognised as World's Strongest Hotel Brand for the first time by Brand Finance Hotels 50 Report

IHCL proudly opened Taj Wellington Mews Chennai, South Asia's first luxury service residences operated by an all-women team

IHCL reinforced its commitment to sustainability with the introduction of Bottling Plants

IHCL launched Paathya – its comprehensive framework for sustainability and social impact, charting a path for a better future

The opening of Loya at Taj Palace, New Delhi – made a truly exceptional addition to IHCL’s diverse F&B portfolio

IHCL announced its 100th Taj Hotel with Cochin International Airport, Kerala

IHCL opened the flagship Ginger at Mumbai airport with 371 keys

IHCL proudly hosted G20 meets under India's Presidency

Launched J Wellness Circle as a holistic wellness offering

Taj stepped into continental Europe with the signing of a hotel in Frankfurt, Germany

IHCL acquired a majority holding in Tree of Life Resorts, strengthening its presence in India's experiential offbeat leisure destinations

IHCL announced Taj Bandstand, Mumbai, opened a new chapter in the iconic Taj's legacy

IHCL launched the Gateway brand with the opening of Gateway Bekal in Kerala

IHCL’s market capitalisation crossed INR 1 Lakh Crore

Taj was recognised as India's Strongest Brand and World's Strongest Hotel Brand in the same year

Harvard Business School did a case study on the transformation journey of IHCL under the leadership of Mr. Puneet Chhatwal

IHCL opened its 200th Hotel – Taj Gorbandh Palace in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

IHCL announced the launch of Claridges Collection in partnership with Claridges Hotels Pvt. Ltd.

Delhi High Court recognised 'Taj' as a well-known trademark

Taj debuted in Kruger National Park in South Africa with three luxury lodges

Taj is India’s strongest brand 2025, marking four consecutive years as per brand finance’s 'India 100 2025' report

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) was incorporated

Launched India's 1st luxury hotel – The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

The moment when India’s independence was announced from the precincts of The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, by Lord Mountbatten

IHCL was incorporated as a public listed company

The iconic Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai hosted Pandit Ravi Shankar and George Harrison as the Beatles star took lessons from Pandit Ji

1st company known to have run palaces as hotels with Taj Lake Palace & Rambagh, Jaipur

Entered Goa and developed one of India’s most visited leisure destinations

IHCL launched India's Premier Business Club – The Chambers at the iconic The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

IHCL listed on Bombay Stock Exchange

Acquired St. James' Court, London – becoming the 1st Indian hospitality brand with a hotel in London

Forayed into Kerala with Taj Malabar Resort & Spa, Cochin

Forayed into a key international leisure destination – Sri Lanka

Forayed into the Maldives with Taj Exotica Resort & Spa

Mr. Ratan Tata attended the Centenary Celebrations of The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

Taj launched its first luxury residences project creating a serene oasis in the heart of India's Commercial Capital

The first Jiva Spa opened at the Taj Usha Kiran Palace in Gwalior

Forayed into New York with The Pierre

Launched Taj Safaris – India’s first luxury safari circuit

IHCL launched the marquee award-winning Taj Inner Circle Program

IHCL set up the Taj Public Service Welfare Trust with the immediate intent to support those affected by the attacks of 26-11

Harvard Business School paid tribute with a case study to the customer-centric leadership at Taj during the 26-11 terrorist attack

IHCL expanded its brand portfolio with the new brand Vivanta by Taj

Forayed into Dubai with Taj Dubai

Vivanta Guwahati opened, paving the way for IHCL to pioneer the North-East as a hospitality destination

IHCL restructured its brand architecture

IHCL launched Aspiration 2022

IHCL won the bid to retain the lease for the marquee Taj Mahal, New Delhi

Launched Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Andamans – embraced sustainable tourism to preserve the island's fragile ecosystem

Reimagined Lean-Luxe Ginger was launched at Ginger Panaji

IHCL launched a new brand SeleQtions with 12 hotels

Launched India's first branded homestay portfolio – ama Stays and Trails

The Taj Mahal Palace Mumbai became the first building in India to be granted an Image Trademark

Launched Qmin – a repertoire of culinary experiences & gourmet food delivery service along with the Qmin app

IHCL initiated a comprehensive response to COVID with Tajness – A Commitment Restrengthened – distributed 4.5 million+ meals under #MealsToSmiles Program

Launched the reimagined The Chambers Global Membership

Launched the first Qmin Shop at President, Mumbai – IHCL SeleQtions

Taj was recognised as India's Strongest Brand across sectors for the first time by Brand Finance India 100 report

Taj was recognised as World's Strongest Hotel Brand for the first time by Brand Finance Hotels 50 Report

IHCL proudly opened Taj Wellington Mews Chennai, South Asia's first luxury service residences operated by an all-women team

IHCL reinforced its commitment to sustainability with the introduction of Bottling Plants

IHCL launched Paathya – its comprehensive framework for sustainability and social impact, charting a path for a better future

The opening of Loya at Taj Palace, New Delhi – made a truly exceptional addition to IHCL’s diverse F&B portfolio

IHCL announced its 100th Taj Hotel with Cochin International Airport, Kerala

IHCL opened the flagship Ginger at Mumbai airport with 371 keys

IHCL proudly hosted G20 meets under India's Presidency

Launched J Wellness Circle as a holistic wellness offering

Taj stepped into continental Europe with the signing of a hotel in Frankfurt, Germany

IHCL acquired a majority holding in Tree of Life Resorts, strengthening its presence in India's experiential offbeat leisure destinations

IHCL announced Taj Bandstand, Mumbai, opened a new chapter in the iconic Taj's legacy

IHCL launched the Gateway brand with the opening of Gateway Bekal in Kerala

IHCL’s market capitalisation crossed INR 1 Lakh Crore

Taj was recognised as India's Strongest Brand and World's Strongest Hotel Brand in the same year

Harvard Business School did a case study on the transformation journey of IHCL under the leadership of Mr. Puneet Chhatwal

IHCL opened its 200th Hotel – Taj Gorbandh Palace in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

IHCL announced the launch of Claridges Collection in partnership with Claridges Hotels Pvt. Ltd.

Delhi High Court recognised 'Taj' as a well-known trademark

Taj debuted in Kruger National Park in South Africa with three luxury lodges

Taj is India’s strongest brand 2025, marking four consecutive years as per brand finance’s 'India 100 2025' report
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