IHCL signs Taj Patna, expanding luxury hospitality presence in Bihar

Strengthening IHCL’s footprint in Eastern India

Indian Hotels Company Limited has announced the signing of Taj Patna, a major greenfield luxury hotel project in Patna. The upcoming property will operate under the iconic Taj Hotels brand and is set to significantly expand the group’s presence in the state.

With this signing, IHCL’s portfolio in Bihar will increase to seven hotels, including four currently under development, reinforcing the company’s long-term growth strategy in emerging urban markets.

Prime location near Gandhi Maidan

The 500-key Taj Patna will be developed opposite the historic Gandhi Maidan, one of the city’s most prominent landmarks. The site also offers views towards the River Ganges, giving the hotel a strategic and scenic location within the city.

The project is being developed in partnership with Patliputra Palace Pvt. Ltd., further strengthening the collaboration between the two organisations.

Luxury hospitality and large-scale event infrastructure

The upcoming Taj hotel will feature 500 rooms and suites, designed to serve business travellers, leisure guests and large-scale events.

Planned facilities include:

• An all-day dining restaurant

• Two specialty restaurants

• A lobby lounge

• Temperature-controlled swimming pool

• Fitness centre and recreational facilities

• Salon and J Wellness Circle spa

The hotel will also include extensive banqueting and event spaces, highlighted by a 16,000 sq. ft. ballroom along with multiple meeting venues, positioning the property as a key destination for conventions, weddings and corporate gatherings in the region.

Leadership perspective on the project

According to Puneet Chhatwal, Patna is emerging as one of India’s fastest-growing urban centres, supported by infrastructure development and improved connectivity.

He noted that the new Taj hotel will cater to the city’s growing demand for premium hospitality, large-scale events and business travel, while reinforcing IHCL’s commitment to expanding in high-potential markets across India.

Partnership with Patliputra Palace Pvt. Ltd.

Nityanand Sonthalia highlighted that the collaboration with IHCL represents a significant step toward bringing world-class hospitality infrastructure to Bihar.

The development signals increasing private sector investment and premium hospitality growth in the state, aligning with the region’s broader economic and tourism development.