Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality firm, has announced the signing of a new hotel project, Taj Pushpabanta Palace, in Agartala, Tripura. This development is being undertaken as a public-private partnership with the Tripura Government.
The Pushpabanta Palace, originally built in 1917 as a royal retreat, will undergo refurbishment as part of the project. The restored palace will house select public areas and royal suites, while the main accommodation offerings—around 100 rooms—will be located in a newly constructed building that reflects the architectural style of the original structure. The overall development, including the restoration and construction, is expected to be completed within the next three years.
This project is part of IHCL’s broader expansion strategy in the North East region of India. Currently, the company operates nine hotels across the region under its various brands. These include properties in Guwahati, Gangtok, Shillong, Tawang, Agartala, and Pakyong. IHCL’s presence spans across its Taj, Vivanta, Ginger, and Tree of Life brands.
The company also has a pipeline of five upcoming hotels in key North Eastern cities, including Agartala, Itanagar, Guwahati, Jorhat, and Dibrugarh, indicating a continued focus on growth in this region.