TAJ DEBUTS IN BIHAR WITH THE OPENING OF TAJ CITY CENTRE, PATNA
MUMBAI, JULY 25, 2024: Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of Taj City Centre, Patna marking the iconic brand's debut in Bihar's vibrant capital city.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, IHCL, said, "This opening is in line with IHCL’s vision to bring world-class hospitality to India’s state capital cities with growing economic prominence. Taj’s entry into Patna will open new avenues to develop travel itineraries and circuits to the culturally significant locations in and around the state. With Taj City Centre, Patna, we are delighted to extend our partnership with the Ambuja Neotia group.”
Nestled in the heart of the city, Taj City Centre, Patna, offers 124 luxurious rooms and suites. Each space is meticulously designed to blend timeless elegance with modern comfort, providing guests with breath-taking views of the city. Guests can embark on a culinary adventure at Shamiana, the all-day dining restaurant, or House of Ming, featuring the finest Chinese cuisine. The J Wellness Circle offers a haven of tranquillity with traditional Indian therapies and contemporary wellness practices. The meticulously curated multiple event spaces set the stage for grand weddings and corporate soirées.
Mr. Harshavardhan Neotia, Chairman, Ambuja Neotia Group, said, “We are delighted to bring the iconic Taj brand with its legacy to the hallowed grounds of erstwhile Pataliputra celebrating Bihar's rich tapestry through its design. This will be our sixth Taj hotel of which five are operational across West Bengal, Sikkim and Bihar and we continue to evaluate more opportunities to work together in this region.”
Renowned for its ancient sites, and recognised as one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world, Patna is a treasure trove of historical and cultural significance, offering a captivating journey through time.
With the addition of this hotel, IHCL will have 3 hotels including 1 under development in Bihar.
About the Ambuja Neotia Group
Ambuja Neotia is a prominent and respected corporate house headquartered in Kolkata with its forte in real estate and recent forays into hospitality, healthcare, and education.
The company, under the stewardship of Mr. Harshavardhan Neotia has been responsible for landmark projects in and around Kolkata. Udayan, Kolkata’s first condoville built on the PPP (Public-Private Partnership) model made good living ‘affordable’ for the first time in the country and earned Shri Harshavardhan Neotia, the Padmashree in 1999. This was followed by several mini township projects and housing complexes in Kolkata, Durgapur, Burdwan and Siliguri.
With City Centre Salt Lake, the mall concept was revolutionised. Leisure destinations like The Fort Raichak and Ganga Kutir were created by the river Ganges. The Group also forayed into healthcare with the setting up of Bhagirathi Neotia Woman and Child Care Centre. Eco space Business Park was developed to give the city smarter, greener workspaces for better work-life balance. With the vision of imparting education that transforms students into leaders for global society, the Group embarked on a new journey with The Neotia University.
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; Vivanta, sophisticated upscale hotels; 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 326 hotels including 102 under development globally across 4 continents, 13 countries and in over 130 locations. The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is India’s largest hospitality company by market capitalization. It is listed on the BSE and NSE.
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