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MUMBAI | 27 MARCH 2026
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a Taj Safaris lodge in Satpura, Madhya Pradesh. This is a greenfield project.
Ms. Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL, said, “India offers a significant opportunity to expand the wildlife and eco-tourism segment. The signing of Taj Safaris, Satpura reflects this potential and strengthens our presence in Madhya Pradesh, where we operate lodges in Pench, Kanha, Bandhavgarh and Panna. We are delighted to partner with Sarvapratham Hospitality Private Limited for this project.”
Located just 2 hours from Bhopal Airport, the 20-key Taj Safari Satpura is spread across 30 acres. Guests can explore the all-day dining restaurant or unwind at the bar. Surrounded by dense trees, undulating terrain and rich biodiversity, the region is known for regular wildlife sightings, particularly in summer. Led by our specially-trained naturalists, the safaris offer an interpretive and unforgettable wildlife experience.
Mr. Kunal Giani, Mr. Vishal Premchandani and Mr. Kapil Premchandani, Sarvapratham Hospitality Private Limited, said, “We are pleased to partner with IHCL and bring the Taj Safaris brand to Satpura. This development aligns with our vision of celebrating the region’s unique ecological character.”
Satpura National Park is home to a wide range of wildlife including Bengal tigers, leopards, sloth bears, Indian bison and over 300 species of birds and 30 species of reptiles.
With the addition of this hotel, IHCL will have 5 Taj Safaris in Madhya Pradesh, including 1 under development.
About the Owning Company:
Sarvapratham Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. is spearheaded by Kunal Giani, Vishal Premchandani, and Kapil Premchandani.
Kunal Giani, a first-generation entrepreneur, is the Managing Director of Sarva Foam Industries Ltd., which operates seven manufacturing units in India and one in the UK. The company commands a dominant ~40% market share in the bonded foam segment in India. He is also associated with leading industry bodies, including FICCI, among others.
Kapil Premchandani, Managing Director, and Vishal Premchandani, Joint Managing Director, are part of a diversified business group (KD Group) with interests spanning supply chain, logistics parks, distribution, and retail. They are also first-generation entrepreneurs and lead KDL (KD Supply Chain Solutions Private Limited), a leading logistics and supply chain solutions company with a strong presence across India and a rapidly expanding footprint.
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; Brij, an experiential leisure offering; Atmantan, one of India’s leading integrated wellness destinations; SeleQtions, a named collection of hotels; Gateway, full-service hotels designed to be your gateway to exceptional destinations; Vivanta, sophisticated upscale hotels; Tree of Life, private escapes in tranquil settings 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 620 hotels including 255 in the pipeline globally across 4 continents, 14 countries and in over 250 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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