IHCL EXPANDS PRESENCE IN MADHYA PRADESH, SIGNS A GATEWAY RESORT IN PENCH

MUMBAI, MARCH 18, 2025: Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a resort in Pench, Madhya Pradesh. This greenfield project will be branded a Gateway resort.

Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate and Development, IHCL stated, “As one of the country’s key national parks, Pench is seeing increasing demand for quality hospitality services. This signing is in line with our strategy of expanding in high-potential tourism corridors. We are delighted to partner with Mr. Abhijit Mujumdar for this project.”

Located near the Maharashtra border, the 105-key Gateway Pench is an authentic reflection of its location, embodying the spirit of Pench and offering immersive guest experiences. Spread across over 10 acres, the resort features an array of culinary options including an all-day dining restaurant, a specialty restaurant, a bar, a pool bar and meeting venues. Guests can also unwind at the spa, rejuvenate at the fitness centre and the swimming pool.

Mr. Abhijit Mujumdar, Managing Director of Abhijit Realtors and Infraventures Pvt Ltd. said, “We are excited to partner with IHCL for this resort in Pench and look forward to an immersive hospitality experience in the region.”

“This collaboration marks an important milestone for us. The hotel will add to the region’s offerings,” added Mr. Sanket Bawankule, Director, Shree Jagdamba Construction Pvt. Ltd.

Located in the Seoni district of Madhya Pradesh, Pench is renowned as the ‘Mowgli Pench Sanctuary’, inspired by Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book.

With the addition of this hotel, IHCL will have 15 hotels in Madhya Pradesh including 6 under development.

About the Owner

Mr. Abhijit Mujumdar is the Managing Director of Abhijit Realtors and Infraventures Pvt Ltd., which he founded in 1995. The company has constructed over 3,500 units and more than 7 million square feet across Nagpur, completing over 54 projects in prime areas of the city. In 2016, the company diversified by entering the FM radio business, obtaining licenses from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting to operate stations in Nagpur and Bilaspur.

Mr. Sanket Bawankule is the Director of Shree Jagdamba Construction Pvt. Ltd., a building materials construction and supply company.

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 2024 and India’s Strongest Brand 2024 as per Brand Finance; 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 368 hotels including 128 under development globally across 4 continents, 14 countries and in over 150+ locations. The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is India’s largest hospitality company by market capitalization. It is listed on the BSE and NSE.

Please visit: IHCL; Taj; SeleQtions; Tree of Life; Vivanta; Gateway; Ginger

For more information, please contact: malihah.faizi@ihcltata.com