NEW LAUNCH: TAJ TO DEBUT IN ASSAM’S CAPITAL, SIGNS AN AGREEMENT TO DEVELOP A 250 KEY HOTEL IN GUWAHATI

TTT NEWS NETWORK

MUMBAI | 13 MARCH 2026

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a Taj in Guwahati, marking the debut of the iconic brand in the capital city. The agreement was signed in the presence of Hon’ble Chief Minister of Assam, Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma. The development of a 250 key Taj hotel will entail a comprehensive renovation and repositioning of exiting 150 keys and addition of new inventory of 100 keys.

Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, IHCL, said, “The development of Taj hotel in Guwahati reflects our confidence in Assam’s economic momentum and Guwahati’s position as the commercial and cultural gateway to the Northeast. As demand in the region continues to evolve, the introduction of Taj will play a pivotal role in strengthening the city’s hospitality ecosystem while supporting its growth as a centre for business and tourism.”

Located in the heart of the city, the 250‑key Taj Guwahati will be housed in the expanded land parcel of over 9 acres. The urban retreat will offer guests a hospitality experience rooted in the spirit of Assam. The hotel will feature a selection of specialty restaurants, expansive banqueting and meeting facilities and the brand’s signature J Wellness Circle, catering to both business and leisure travellers.

With the addition of this hotel, IHCL will have 5 hotels in Guwahati, including 3 under development.

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.