Hospitality Sector

Indian Hotels Company Limited has expanded its presence in Gujarat with the launch of a 93-key property, Gateway Kandla, in Gandhidham. The new hotel is strategically positioned near the Kandla port, a key hub for maritime trade and regional commerce. The property aims to cater to both business and leisure travellers, reflecting growing demand in Gujarat’s evolving hospitality market. According to company leadership, the expansion aligns with the state’s increasing economic activity and rising travel flows driven by trade, logistics, and industrial growth across the region.

Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of its first internationally branded resort in Kalimpong, West Bengal, marking a strategic expansion into underpenetrated leisure destinations. The 100-key property reflects the company’s long-term growth vision in India’s evolving tourism landscape, particularly in emerging hill destinations with rising demand for premium hospitality. Industry executives view Kalimpong as a high-potential market, driven by domestic tourism and infrastructure improvements.

India’s luxury hospitality sector is confronting short-term disruptions triggered by geopolitical tensions in West Asia, yet industry leaders remain optimistic about a swift recovery. While premium hotel chains have reported cancellations and deferred bookings, executives argue that the high-end travel segment has historically demonstrated resilience during global crises. Structural demand drivers—including affluent domestic travelers and experiential tourism—continue to underpin long-term growth.