-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org)
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, has announced the signing of a new Taj-branded hotel in Patna, Bihar. This greenfield project, developed in partnership with Patliputra Palace Pvt. Ltd. (a subsidiary of the Shriram Ozone Group), is set to become one of the largest luxury hospitality developments in Eastern India.
The 500-key Taj Patna will occupy a prime position in the city, situated directly opposite the iconic Gandhi Maidan with the River Ganges flowing to the north. The hotel is designed to cater to the city’s rapidly increasing demand for high-end business travel, large-scale conventions, and social celebrations.
Key features and premium amenities include:
Diverse Dining: An all-day dining restaurant, two specialty restaurants, and a sophisticated lobby lounge.
Events & Banqueting: Massive event infrastructure featuring a 16,000 sq. ft. ballroom and multiple meeting spaces, positioning it as a premier destination for international conferences.
Leisure & Wellness: A temperature-controlled swimming pool, fitness center, recreational facilities, a salon, and Taj’s signature J Wellness Circle spa.
Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, IHCL, commented: “Patna is emerging as one of the fastest-growing urban centers in India, supported by improved connectivity and infrastructure development. The signing of this new Taj hotel strengthens our presence in Bihar and reflects our commitment to the region’s growth story.”
Nityanand Sonthalia, Director, Patliputra Palace Pvt. Ltd., added that the project signals Bihar’s readiness for world-class infrastructure and premium private participation. With this addition, IHCL’s portfolio in Bihar grows to seven hotels, including four currently under development.
