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According to recent market research by Nightfood Holdings (NGTF), AI in hospitality will reach $1.46 billion by 2029, growing at a 57.8% CAGR. Simultaneously, the global hospitality robotics market is projected to surge from $24.38 billion in 2025 to over $107 billion by 2034, signalling rapid tech adoption and rising investments in the sector.

Aligning with India’s regional development goals, the Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) is prioritising the Northeast for expansion. With 15 operational hotels totalling 1,348 rooms in the Northeast and 6 hotels with 634 rooms in the pipeline, the brand’s strategy focuses on strengthening its footprint in the East and Northeast, Puneet Chhatwal, MD & CEO, IHCL, said.

At the 12th Travel MICE and Corporate Show, Vikram Cotah, CEO, GRT Hotels & Resorts, emphasised that sustainability in hospitality boosts satisfaction, attracts ESG-focused investors, and drives higher bookings. Eco-certifications, now favoured by OTAs, enhance revenue and brand loyalty, making sustainability not a cost, but a smart, long-term investment for hotels.

SeaHorse Hospitality Consulting has enabled a strategic partnership between Sarovar Hotels and Panda Resorts Pvt Ltd for the development of a new beachfront hotel in Puri, Odisha. The upcoming Sarovar Portico, scheduled to open in 2028, will be positioned as a four-star hotel catering to both leisure and business travellers. The hotel will be located along New Marine Drive, within five kilometres of the Jagannath Temple. The project is set to enhance Odisha’s hospitality offerings, aligning with the state’s broader vision to promote religious, cultural and coastal tourism. With its placement on the Bay of Bengal coastline, the hotel is expected to contribute to regional tourism through improved infrastructure and branded hospitality presence. The partnership was formalised in the presence of Bishnu Panda, Director, Panda Resorts Pvt Ltd; Prasant Nanda, CFO, Panda Resorts Pvt Ltd; Rajesh Ranjan, Senior Vice President – Development, Sarovar Hotels; Ankush Sharma, Director – Development, Sarovar Hotels; and Sandeep Roy, Founder and CEO, SeaHorse Hospitality Consulting Services. Sandeep Roy commented, “Puri deserves landmark hospitality, and this alliance brings a perfect blend of location, legacy and lifestyle.” The deal marks a significant milestone in SeaHorse Hospitality Consulting’s role as a leading advisory firm for hotel brand partnerships and asset repositioning. The company’s local insights and deal-making experience were instrumental in aligning the interests and long-term goals of both parties. The proposed Sarovar Portico, Puri will feature 70 rooms, an all-day dining restaurant, conference and banquet facilities, a rooftop grill and bar, swimming pool, fitness centre and spa. Designed to accommodate pilgrims, destination weddings, corporate offsites and inbound travellers, the hotel is expected to serve a wide demographic seeking quality hospitality in the temple town. The project reinforces …

M/s N V Hospitality, a respected hospitality firm based in Bhuj, proudly announces its partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company by number of properties, to develop a new hotel under the Ramada Encore by Wyndham brand in the heart of Gujarat’s Kutch region. The upcoming Ramada Encore by Wyndham Bhuj will be a greenfield development featuring 50 guest rooms, an all-day dining restaurant, meeting facilities, spa, swimming pool, and a range of modern amenities tailored to today’s leisure and business travelers. The project is currently in the planning phase and is expected to open in 2028. Bhuj, a culturally rich and historic city in Gujarat’s Kutch district, is renowned for its vibrant handicrafts, desert landscapes, and architectural heritage. As the gateway to the Rann of Kutch, Bhuj attracts a growing number of tourists, particularly during the celebrated Rann Utsav festival. The city is well-connected by air, with direct flights to Mumbai and Delhi, and is easily accessible by road from Ahmedabad, Rajkot, and Gandhidham. Mr. Niraj Prakash Vazirani, Partner, M/s N V Hospitality, said: “Bringing the Ramada Encore brand to Bhuj is a meaningful step in our journey to enhance the hospitality offerings of the region. This partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts enables us to combine international standards with local culture, and we’re proud to contribute to Bhuj’s continued growth as a tourism and commercial destination.” Mr. Rahool Macarius, Market Managing Director, Eurasia, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, added: “Bhuj represents a significant addition to our network of emerging destinations across Eurasia. It’s a city that blends tradition, art, and resilience—and we’re excited to contribute to its evolution with a hotel that offers both …

MP Bezbaruah, General Secretary, Hotel Association of India (HAI), highlighted India’s tourism infrastructure gap, citing a need for 4 lakh branded rooms and 2.8 million non-branded units. He urged the government to develop a long-term, capital-intensive accommodation policy looking ahead to 2047. He emphasised that while the industry will build it, policy support is crucial for encouragement and growth.

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Nikhil Sharma, MD & COO, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group, said, “With the opening of D Square Statue of Unity Kevadia, a member of Radisson Individuals, we further strengthen our footprint in Gujarat. This hotel offers a distinct blend of local character and modern hospitality, in line with our strategy to grow our portfolio in emerging leisure destinations across the country. We are proud to contribute to this transformation by offering high-quality hospitality that complements the area’s cultural richness and sustainable development focus.”

Hilton has opened its Hilton Garden Inn Mumbai International Airport, marking the debut of the brand in India’s financial capital. The hotel is strategically positioned within minutes of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. Developed in partnership with Fariyas Hotels & Resorts, the 140-room hotel is set to welcome business and leisure travellers with thoughtful amenities, intuitive service, and exceptional hospitality.

Chalet Hotels may look at bringing its own brand of hotels after having firmly established itself among the top-four players in India’s hospitality space with a market cap of more than ₹19,000 crore. Sanjay Sethi, MD and CEO, Chalet Hotels, says the company’s performance, its strategy to diversify into leisure hotels and expansion to more geographies provide a springboard to launch its own brand.