IHCL SIGNS MOU FOR REDEVELOPMENT OF CHOTELAL KI GHAT IN KOLKATA

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Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced its collaboration with Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata, for the redevelopment of Chotelal Ki Ghat. Originally built in the 1870s on the Hooghly Riverfront in Kolkata, the project is being supported by INTACH (Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage). IHCL will invest up to INR 5 crores towards the project aligned with Government of India’s Namami Gange Program and Swachhata Initiatives.

Mr. Gaurav Pokhariyal, Executive Vice President, Human Resources, IHCL said, “IHCL, in line with its ESG+ framework of Paathya is committed to preserving India’s cultural heritage while driving meaningful social and environmental impact. Chotelal ki Ghat holds deep historical and cultural significance for the people of West Bengal. The project aims to restore and conserve the ghat, enhancing its aesthetic and functional value strengthening the community’s bond with the river.”

IHCL and Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata, will work towards the redevelopment of Chotelal Ki Ghat. This will be done in collaboration with leading heritage conservation bodies and will involve redevelopment through restoration and conservation, beautification and landscaping of the Grade I Heritage site. The beneficiaries would include local artists for wall and boat painting, stall vendors, residents, tourists, and the wider community.

Shri Rathendra Raman, Chairman, Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata said, “This MoU with IHCL marks a significant step towards heritage-led development. With an investment of nearly ₹5 crore under CSR, staggered over three years, the renovation of the historic Chotelal ki Ghat will not only restore its cultural essence but also enhance its appeal as a public and tourist destination. This partnership reflects our shared vision of sustainable infrastructure, community benefit, and preserving Kolkata’s iconic riverfront for generations to come.”

IHCL’s ESG+ framework of Paathya integrates environmental stewardship, social responsibility, governance, heritage preservation, value-chain transformation, and sustainable growth.

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 over 550 hotels including 215 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.