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IHCL and Cemtac are developing a 64-key Gateway hotel in Pahalgam.
An April terror attack in Pahalgam killed 26 people, mostly tourists.
This will be IHCL’s seventh hotel in the state, including the one under development.
TATA’S INDIAN HOTELS Co. Ltd. and Cemtac Cements are developing a 64-key Gateway hotel in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. This is IHCL’s seventh hotel in statement, including the one under development.
The hotel will include a heated pool, health club and 2,000 square feet of banqueting facilities, the companies said in a statement.
“Pahalgam’s landscapes and cultural heritage make it a compelling destination across leisure, spiritual, adventure and eco-tourism segments,” said Suma Venkatesh, IHCL’s executive vice president for real estate and development. “This signing aligns with our strategy to invest in destinations with scenic appeal and a strong tourism ecosystem.”
A major terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22 killed 26 people, mostly tourists.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with IHCL to bring the Gateway brand to Pahalgam,” said Riaz Ahmad Panjra, Cemtac Cements’ managing director. “This partnership reflects our shared vision to enhance hospitality in the region while showcasing its natural and cultural richness.”
Cemtac Cements, founded in 2008, is a brand in Jammu and Kashmir. Beyond cement, Panjra owns multiple hotels in Srinagar and Pahalgam and has investments in agriculture, diversifying his business portfolio.
India’s Ministry of Tourism held a two-day Ministers’ Meet in Udaipur on Oct. 14-15.
It aims to develop at least one tourist destination per state under Viksit Bharat roadmap.
The ministry plans to develop 50 destinations under “One State: One Global Destination.”
INDIA’S TOURISM MINISTRY hosted a two-day State Tourism Ministers’ Meet in Udaipur on Oct. 14-15 to plan the next phase of tourism development. The initiative aims to establish at least one tourist destination in each state and union territory, in line with India’s Viksit Bharat roadmap.
The consultation advanced the ‘One State: One Global Destination’ vision, a Union Budget 2025–26 initiative, the Tourism Ministry said in a statement. The ministry outlined a roadmap to develop 50 destinations under this vision.
“This meeting marks a defining moment for Indian tourism,” said Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, India’s tourism minister. “By pooling our resources, expertise and vision, we are committed to creating a portfolio of destinations that not only showcase India’s diversity but also compete globally in experience, infrastructure and sustainability.”
The inaugural session began with remarks by V. Vidyavathi, India’s tourism secretary.
Over two days, the meeting focused on two pillars of India’s national tourism strategy: Destination Development and Destination Management, the statement said. States and territories presented proposals for developing destinations, outlining strategies for infrastructure, experience and sustainability.
The sessions explored two strategies: developing 50 tourism hubs led by private investment and introducing performance-linked incentives through a Destination Maturity Model to reward excellence in management and visitor experience.
Suman Billa, additional secretary and director general for tourism, appreciated the collaborative contributions of states and stakeholders and reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to incorporating these insights into the final design and rollout of the new schemes.
Regional presentations allowed states and territories to highlight one potential site for global destination development. A special consultation on the draft Integrated Tourism Promotion Scheme Guidelines was also held to guide India’s global tourism positioning.
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