IHCL and JAS Group sign the Gateway Sambalpur agreement

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has signed a Gateway hotel in Sambalpur, Odisha. The greenfield project is being developed in partnership with Shamsher Singh Hura of the JAS Group.

About Gateway Sambalpur

The 125-key Gateway Sambalpur will feature an all-day dining restaurant, a speciality restaurant and a bar, a fully equipped gym and a swimming pool. For weddings and social events, the hotel will have a banquet space of more than 10,000 sq ft, along with multiple meeting rooms for conferences.

The location

Sambalpur sits on the banks of the Mahanadi River and is a cultural, educational and industrial centre of Western Odisha. The city is known for its historic temples and its proximity to the Hirakud Dam, and it is home to several leading educational institutions and the headquarters of Mahanadi Coalfields Limited.

“Re-imagined Gateway’s proposition of authentic local experiences and contemporary comfort resonates strongly with travellers in emerging markets. Sambalpur has evolved as a key business and economic hub in Odisha, supported by a growing industrial ecosystem, increasing demand for business travel, conferences, weddings and social events,” said Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL.

Shamsher Singh Hura, JAS Group, said, “With its growing prominence as a commercial, cultural and tourism destination, Sambalpur is witnessing an increasing demand for quality hospitality. We believe this hotel will set a new benchmark for the region, offering contemporary hospitality while celebrating the rich heritage and distinctive character of Western Odisha.”

With this signing, IHCL will have eight hotels in Odisha, including three under development.

Disclaimer: The image used in this article has been provided to The Daily Brunch by IHCL.