The agreement will add close to 1,500 keys across multiple brands and locations, in line with IHG’s growth plans for India. The development aligns with rising travel demand and the rapid expansion of India’s aviation, tourism and airport-led urban infrastructure sectors. 

The portfolio includes a Kimpton hotel in Jaipur as well as Holiday Inn, and Holiday Inn Express hotels within upcoming hospitality -led mixed-use developments as part of the Adani Airport cities. These hotels are planned across Navi Mumbai, Mangaluru, and Thiruvananthapuram. AAHL is also in advanced discussions with IHG to further deepen and expand this partnership.

The partnership also marks the debut of Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants in India. Known globally for its design-led hotels, chef-driven dining experiences and boutique luxury positioning, Kimpton’s entry reflects the growing demand for premium lifestyle hospitality experiences in India. The announcement comes amid strong growth across India’s aviation and tourism sectors, with airport-led developments increasingly emerging as major hospitality and commercial hubs driven by rising passenger traffic, domestic tourism and business travel demand.

Pranav Adani, Director, Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL), said, “As the Adani Group expands its presence across hospitality and airport-led urban infrastructure, our vision is to create world-class destinations that seamlessly integrate travel, stay and urban experiences around India’s rapidly growing aviation ecosystem. We are building this platform in partnership with leading international hotel brands that bring global standards, operational excellence and scale. Our collaboration with IHG Hotels & Resorts, and the development of five hotels across key gateway destinations, marks an important step in strengthening high-quality hospitality infrastructure aligned with India’s long-term travel and economic growth.”

AAHL, India’s largest private airport operator, serves millions of passengers annually across its growing airport network. The company is reimagining airports as integrated urban ecosystems that combine aviation with hospitality, retail, commercial and social infrastructure. Through its airport city developments spanning approximately 663 acres across key cities, AAHL is building mixed-use destinations designed to enhance travel experiences while driving long-term economic and urban growth.

Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said, “The partnership with Adani Airport Holdings reflects the scale of opportunity we continue to see in India’s hospitality sector, particularly across gateway cities and airport-led developments that are witnessing strong demand from business, leisure and transit travellers alike. With a mix of luxury, premium and essentials brands, this portfolio allows us to meaningfully strengthen our presence across high-growth markets across the country. This agreement also marks an important milestone for us with the introduction of Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants to India”

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This dedicated platform will mark a pivotal milestone in Encalm’s pursuit to provide an integrated, end-to-end hospitality ecosystem for the modern traveller.

Envisioned as a next-generation culinary and logistics powerhouse, Encalm Skyplates combines massive production scale with precision-led technology and globally benchmarked food safety systems. The platform will be introduced across key aviation hubs, offering scalable catering solutions that adapt to the rapidly evolving expectations of domestic and international passengers.

“With Encalm Skyplates, we are redefining the boundaries of airport hospitality by taking our signature excellence from the lounge to the aircraft cabin,” said Vikas Sharma, Group Chief Executive Officer, Encalm Hospitality. “In-flight catering is a high-stakes environment where precision must meet passion. 

Our goal is to bridge the gap between ground and air, ensuring that the premium experience a traveler starts with at the terminal continues seamlessly at 30,000 feet. Skyplates isn’t just about dining; it’s about elevating the entire passenger journey through consistent, world-class service.”

Beyond logistics, Encalm Skyplates positions itself as a culinary-first brand. Led by a team of veteran chefs, the platform offers curated menus that balance global gastronomy with regional authenticity, supported by a dedicated fleet designed for seamless, aircraft-side delivery. This operational excellence is matched by a deep commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards.

“Skyplates is being built as a high-performance, systems-led catering platform where sustainability and accountability are at the core,” said Abraham Pothen, Chief Operating Officer, Encalm Skyplates. “Every element of this platform – from energy-conscious infrastructure and optimised production systems to responsible sourcing and waste-reduction, is designed with long-term environmental responsibility in mind. 

We are embedding globally benchmarked safety protocols and precision logistics to guarantee reliability, ensuring that as we scale, we do so responsibly and in line with the future of sustainable aviation catering.”

The launch of Encalm Skyplates marks a decisive step in Encalm Hospitality’s evolution into a fully integrated aviation services brand. It extends the company’s hospitality philosophy beyond airport spaces into inflight experiences, creating greater continuity across the traveller journey. With a focus on scale, precision, and sustainability, Encalm continues to strengthen its position in shaping the future of aviation hospitality.

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MAYFAIR Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Deepak Kumar as General Manager of Mayfair Bay Resort, Paradeep, bringing with him nearly two decades of diverse hospitality experience across leading hotel brands in India and international markets.

In his new role, Deepak Kumar will be responsible for the hotel’s administration, positioning, sales, employee and operations. Deepak brings a wealth of experience spanning 19 years, having worked with Marriott, Intercontinental Hotel Group, Zuri Group of Hotels, The LaLit Hotels, Radisson Hotel Group, Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa, Kenya, Africa and also worked with Old Ground Hotel, Ireland, Europe. 

Deepak is a highly energetic team player and experienced hospitality professional, and will play a key role in ensuring that Mayfair Bay Resort, Paradeep, continues providing guests with the same high-quality service and the exceptional value that it is known for. 

Earlier, Deepak Kumar was working as a General Manager with Sayaji Hotels. He was accountable for the overall operation of the hotel to achieve customer satisfaction and quality service while exceeding financial goals. 

Deepak graduated from L.N.M.U. with a Bachelor’s degree in Science and 03 years Diploma in Hotel Management and Catering Technology. 

On his appointment as a General Manager with MAYFAIR Hotels & Resorts, Deepak Kumar, General Manager, Mayfair Bay Resort, Paradeep, said, “I am very excited to be a part of a highly energetic team and confident that I will be able to contribute to taking the guest experience to the next level.”

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Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & CEO, IHCL, said, “Q4 FY2026 marks the sixteenth consecutive quarter of record performance with a Consolidated revenue of INR 2,845 crores, a 14% growth over the previous year, EBITDA of INR 1,052 crores and an EBITDA margin of 37%, notwithstanding the impact of the West Asia conflict. For FY2026, the company delivered on its guidance of double-digit revenue growth despite macro-headwinds with revenue of INR 9,971 crores, a growth of 16%, leading to an all-time high EBITDA of INR 3,477 crores, EBITDA margin of 34.9%, resulting in the best ever PAT of INR 2,084 crores.”

“IHCL, led by its multi-brand presence across segments, coupled with a balanced growth strategy focused on capital light with select investments, has delivered consistent performance over sixteen quarters. This diversification strategy by brand, by nature of contract and by geography has driven operating leverage, grown high-margin fee-based businesses and built resilience, delivering a double-digit CAGR (FY23 – FY26) across all metrics of IHCL Consolidated – Revenue 19%, EBITDA 21% and PAT 28%.”

“This fiscal year, we added three new brands, taking the count of our major brands to fourteen and marking a record of 250 signings, reaching a portfolio of 630 hotels with an industry-leading pipeline of 255 hotels. We opened/on-boarded 130+ hotels through inorganic and sustained organic growth, expanding IHCL’s brandscape in the luxury and experiential leisure segments and scaling its footprint in the mid-scale segment.

IHCL Consolidated continues to maintain a healthy balance sheet with a gross cash balance of INR 4,345 crores as on 31^st March 2026. The company has proposed a dividend at 25% of Consolidated PAT before exceptional items, including a special dividend to commemorate IHCL’s 125^th AGM. FY26 was a year of building a Resilient, Scalable and Future Ready Hospitality Ecosystem”

Ankur Dalwani, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, IHCL, said, “For FY2026, IHCL Standalone reported a revenue of INR 5,640 crores, driven by RevPAR growth of 12% in Q4, clocking a strong EBITDA margin of 45.1%, an expansion of 120 basis points and a PAT of INR 2,012 crores. IHCL Consolidated clocked a double-digit revenue growth this fiscal reflective of a broad-based performance – led by RevPAR growth of 9% from same store hotels, 16% in airline and institutional catering, 25% in New Businesses and 22% in management fee.

He added, “In FY2026, we invested over INR 1,000 crores across greenfield projects like Vivanta and Ginger at Ekta Nagar, 100 keys expansion at Taj Ganges, Varanasi, renovation of key assets like Taj Palace, New Delhi, St. James Court, A Taj Hotel, London and The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai as well as in digital initiatives. The year also saw the completion of majority stake acquisition in ANK & Pride Hospitality, Atmantan and Brij Hospitality, all significant revenue levers for the future. The Company maintained a healthy pre-tax ROCE of 17% despite investments for acquisitions & capital expenditure. Additionally, IHCL’s credit rating was upgraded in the current fiscal to AAA+ by ICRA.”

Financial Performance

Consolidated same store hotels delivered a 9% RevPAR growth.Domestic same store hotels delivered a RevPAR Premium of 73%.Management Fee income grew by 22% to INR 685 crores on the back of not like for like growth.

Portfolio Growth

IHCL signed 250 hotels across its brandscape through inorganic and sustained organic growth including on boarding of Claridges Collection, acquisition of controlling stake in Atmantan, Brij hospitality and ANK and Pride hospitality.IHCL opened and onboarded 130+ hotels taking our operating hotels to 373 hotels with an inventory of over 33,000 rooms in FY26.

New & Reimagined Businesses

The Air & Institutional Catering business segment (TajSATS) clocked a revenue of INR 1,219 crores, 16% growth over the previous year and EBITDA margin at 24.2%.New Businesses comprising of Ginger, Qmin, amã Stays & Trails and Tree of Life reported an Enterprise revenue of INR 1,099 crores, a growth of 37% and Consolidated revenue of INR 753 crores, a growth of 25%.Enterprise Revenue of Ginger stood at INR 814 crores, 21% growth with a EBITDAR margin of 43%. Ginger Mumbai Airport, brand’s flagship crossed a milestone revenue of INR 100 crores delivering a 56% EBITDAR margin.Qmin has grown to over 100 outlets across multiple formats, amã Stays & Trails has reached a portfolio of 370 bungalows with 186 in pipeline and Tree of Life is at a 34 resorts portfolio with 11 in pipeline in FY26.

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The upcoming hotel will feature 120 well-appointed rooms and suites, including banquet facilities, and a swimming pool. Strategically located just a few minutes away from the iconic Somnath Temple, the property is well-positioned to serve the growing influx of domestic travellers visiting one of India’s most revered destinations.

Somnath continues to witness increasing footfall driven by spiritual tourism, infrastructure development, and improved connectivity. The signing aligns with NILE Hospitality’s strategy of bringing global hotel brands to emerging destinations with strong cultural significance.

With an established presence across key destinations in Gujarat, including Gir and Dwarka, NILE Hospitality is building an integrated hospitality network that aligns with Gujarat’s leisure landscape. By connecting these destinations through a unified service philosophy, the company ensures a seamless journey for travellers where every stay reflects comfort, reliability, and international standards.

Speaking on the signing, Vikram Singh Chauhan, Founder & CEO, NILE Hospitality, said, “We are delighted that this signing solidifies our reputation for bringing world-class hotels to sectors markets where destination-led hospitality is much anticipated. At NILE, we are guided by a clear principle: to grow with purpose, to create enduring value, and to bring and deliver transformative properties and experiences that resonate with our guests. As we bring our hotels to the country’s most extraordinary destinations, our commitment remains focused on attention, quality and the sustainable success of our hotels. I am excited to bring the brand Courtyard By Marriott to Somnath and the opportunity to gently redefine hospitality standards in this route.”

Hitesh Mohandas Ramchandani, Partner, Somnath Synergy Resorts LLP, added, “Somnath’s prominence as a year-round pilgrimage hub presents a compelling opportunity for quality hospitality development. Recognising the growing demand for internationally benchmarked accommodation and event infrastructure, we envisioned a project that elevates the city’s hospitality offering. Aligning with the global standards of Marriott International, along with our partnership with NILE Hospitality, positions us strongly to deliver a differentiated, high-value asset for this market.” With this signing, NILE Hospitality continues to strengthen its position as a leading third-party hotel management platform, leveraging global brand partnerships and deep regional expertise to unlock value across India’s fastest-growing hospitality markets.

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This project will be renovated and room inventory will be doubled to offer the brand experience. 

Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL, said, “The Kamshet–Lonavala–Pawna corridor has evolved into a well-established drive-to leisure market, supported by consistent demand across segments including short-stay vacations, social celebrations and corporate events. Its proximity to Mumbai and Pune continues to shape demand patterns, with guests seeking immersive, nature-led experiences. This signing marks Tree of Life’s entry into this market, aligning with the brand’s focus on offering intimate, experience-driven stays and we are delighted to partner with Mr. Kalyan Borade for this project.”

The 30-key Tree of Life Kamshet offers expansive views of the Sahyadri hills. The resort features an all-day dining restaurant with a bar and houses recreational amenities like a swimming pool and an outdoor nature spa along with event spaces including a glasshouse with adjoining lawns and an amphitheatre, designed to host social and corporate gatherings. Tree of Life Kamshet also designs curated experiences with organic farming, wine and jam making and bespoke lakeside dining.

Kalyan Borade, said, “We are pleased to partner with IHCL to bring the Tree of Life brand to Kamshet. This association brings together our shared vision for the destination with the brand’s expertise in hospitality.”

Set amidst the lush greenery of the Western Ghats, Kamshet is one of India’s best paragliding destinations. Visitors can explore Pawna Lake, Bedse Caves, Kondeshwar Temple, and several popular paragliding sites in and around the region.

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The new venture enters the market with its first project, Wild Calm, a nature-led  retreat in Sasan Gir, Gujarat, a region globally recognised for its unique wildlife ecosystem but still underserved by thoughtfully designed hospitality experiences. 

At a time when India’s hospitality landscape is witnessing rapid expansion across luxury and mid-scale segments, Opulent Oasis Hospitality is positioning itself to address what it sees as a structural gap between high-cost niche luxury and formula-driven commercial hotels. The company’s approach centres on designing  “experience-first” destinations that prioritise emotional engagement, local context and operational efficiency over scale-led standardisation. 

Wild Calm will feature 53 keys, including private pool villas and immersive stay formats, supported by a curated mix of amenities such as a clubhouse, swimming pool, multi-cuisine restaurant, kitchen garden and an activity arena designed for cultural programming and gatherings. Outdoor engagement spaces, including pickleball courts, box cricket and curated landscape interventions such as a  Miyawaki forest, further anchor the property in its natural setting. 

The experience design extends beyond physical infrastructure into structured yet  flexible guest journeys. Guests can choose from multiple stay formats, integrating  elements such as botanical walks, storytelling sessions, nature-led activities, pottery,  curated high tea experiences and slow evening rituals. 

Importantly, the project reflects a shift in how hospitality operators are beginning to  rethink “experience” not as an add-on activity layer, but as a core design principle  influencing everything from spatial planning to service philosophy. 

Speaking on the launch, Bhavik Sheth, Founder & CEO of Opulent Oasis Hospitality, said, “Over the years, hospitality has become extremely efficient, but also increasingly predictable. You can follow every operating manual and still miss what actually matters to a guest. People don’t remember processes; they remember how a place made them feel. With Opulent Oasis Hospitality, the idea is to build destinations that feel intuitive, rooted and genuinely engaging, rather than assembled through formats.” Bhavik Sheth previously worked with Evoke Experiences, where he played a key role in bringing the iconic Rann Utsav to life. 

The move comes at a time when experiential travel in India is expanding beyond traditional luxury markets, driven by a new generation of travellers seeking depth, flexibility and context-driven stays. 

With Wild Calm as its starting point, Opulent Oasis Hospitality plans to expand selectively across wildlife regions, eco-tourism circuits, desert landscapes and culturally significant destinations, while also evaluating opportunities in Tier 2 and  Tier 3 markets and emerging spiritual travel segments. 

Unlike conventional growth strategies, the company indicates a measured expansion approach, focusing on destinations with inherent narrative and ecological value rather than scale-driven portfolio building. 

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This opening marks a significant step in the Company’s continued expansion into high-potential cultural and spiritual destinations across India, further strengthening its footprint in North India.

The hotel is located in the heart of the Golden City, offering convenient access to Amritsar’s most iconic sites, including the Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh, both within walking distance. Positioned to cater to the city’s strong pilgrimage and leisure demand, the property also offers seamless connectivity, situated approximately 2.5 km from Amritsar Railway Station and 13 km from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport.

The hotel features 50 well-appointed rooms, designed to offer a comfortable and contemporary stay. Guests can enjoy a range of facilities, including Keys Café, an all-day dining restaurant serving Indian and international cuisine, along with in-room dining services. The property also offers a well-equipped boardroom for meetings and a fitness center for recreation.

“The launch of Keys Select by Lemon Tree Hotels, Amritsar, reflects our continued focus on bringing branded, reliable hospitality to India’s spiritual and leisure destinations,” said Vishvapreet Singh Cheema, President, Lemon Tree Hotels Ltd. “Located in close proximity to the Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh, and offering contemporary offerings, the hotel is well positioned to cater to the city’s growing tourism and pilgrimage demand, while further strengthening our presence in North India.”

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Strategically located in Kakkanad within Kochi’s Infopark IT corridor, the hotel offers a convenient base for business and leisure travellers visiting the city’s key commercial hubs. The hotel is well positioned for guests visiting Infopark, SmartCity and other business districts, while also providing access to Kochi’s cultural landmarks, shopping and leisure destinations.

“The opening of Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Infopark reflects our focused approach to expanding in high-growth business corridors across India,” said Kiran Andicot, Senior Vice President, South Asia, Marriott International. “As the Infopark area continues to grow as a significant commercial hub, we see strong potential to serve travellers seeking a stay experience that is both efficient and comfortable. Courtyard by Marriott is purpose-built for this environment, with well-designed stays that prioritise comfort, connectivity and efficiency.”

Nirupa Shankar, Managing Director, Brigade Hotel Ventures Limited, said, “The transition of our hotel to Courtyard by Marriott reflects our focus on upgrading assets in strong business locations with brands that align with evolving guest expectations. This strengthens our portfolio in Kochi and reinforces our long-term commitment to high-quality hospitality assets.”

Kochi is a city shaped by movement of traders, travellers, and ideas where layers of history sit comfortably alongside a quietly evolving urban rhythm. Beyond its familiar waterfronts, neighborhoods such as Fort Kochi reveal a slower, more nuanced side of the city, where colonial facades, independent cafés, and art spaces coexist with everyday life. Local attractions such as the Thrikkakara Temple and Hill Palace Museum are approximately 20 minutes away from the hotel and a must visit in the city.  

Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Infopark features 218 rooms and suites designed for both productivity and downtime, with flexible workspaces, high-speed Wi-Fi and contemporary in-room technology. Select rooms offer views of the city skyline and surrounding business districts, while the hotel’s public areas are designed to support a seamless flow between working, meeting and unwinding.

Dining at Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Infopark is anchored by four outlets, Clove, All Spice, Caper, and A lobby-level Deli. The hotel offers indoor and outdoor banquet spaces spanning a total of over 8,000 sq. ft.

Guests can also enjoy a range of recreational facilities designed to balance work and wellness, including a rooftop infinity pool, a fully equipped 24/7 fitness center, and a dedicated spa offering opportunities to relax after a busy day.

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For those already familiar with Morgans Originals, the brand’s core spirit is immediately recognisable: a collection of hotels consistently shaped by unique personality, innovative design, and an inherent sense of belonging.

Roswyn was imagined around real city life. Work meetings, late dinners, quick stopovers that turn into longer stays. Large-format suites, restaurants worth lingering over, a social workspace and longevity-led wellness all come together here: a place where living, working and the city’s cultural energy overlap naturally.

Roswyn is located adjacent to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. Close enough for convenience but never removed from the city’s infectious energy. People arrive, meetings happen, plans change, flights get pushed, and somewhere along the way, the stay stretches a little longer, naturally.

Inside are 109 suites starting at 80 sq. m, designed as living spaces rather than traditional hotel rooms. Each includes a lounge area, kitchenette, home bar, and a dedicated study: a proper space to work, let creativity lead, and really focus without distraction. Guests can unpack and settle in, with spaces that quickly begin to feel like their own.

“Mumbai moves quickly”, says Nitan Chhatwal, Managing Director of Shrem Airport Hotels. “But people still look for places where they can slow down, meet, and spend time together. With Roswyn, we wanted to create something that feels easy to return to – whether that’s for dinner, conversations, or simply a pause in the day.”

Paris-based designer Daphné Desjeux approached Roswyn as a home shaped by Mumbai’s character rather than its clichés. It’s noticeable in the fine details: embroidered portraits that feel like fragments of memory, ceramic plates marked simply “Bombay,” and a photographic study of a shoreline capturing the calmer side of urban life. Together, these elements create spaces that feel layered and personal, revealing more the longer guests spend time within them.

Food and drink have their own personalities here as well. Fi’lia, the Italian restaurant, is built around the idea of generational cooking: recipes that move from nonna to mother to daughter, translated here into Neapolitan-style pizzas, hand-rolled pastas, and a seasonal menu that leans on familiarity without staying fixed to it. It works as much as a neighborhood restaurant as it does a hotel one, particularly across long lunches and late dinners that tend to carry on.

Black Lacquer shifts the tone. A Japanese listening bar organized around vinyl, it moves through different tempos across the evening: low-lit and conversational early on, building into something more animated as the night carries forward. The drinks follow a similar restraint: a tightly edited list, precise rather than elaborate, with sake, shochu, and classic highballs sitting alongside house signatures.

Elsewhere, The Third Room is where work and downtime naturally meet: travelers between flights, locals stopping in for meetings, and guests who ended up inspired, networking with locals and each other. It’s a space that adapts easily: suited to a quick catch-up, a few hours of focus, or an unplanned drink.

Guests also benefit from a wider set of facilities, including a Technogym-powered fitness centre and infinity pool. There’s a Tiny Town children’s zone for those travelling with kids, along with a longevity-focused wellness offering – Blu Xone, a first of its kind in India. Everything sits comfortably within the same address, so while each space retains its own identity, it all feels effortlessly connected, and complements the overall Roswyn stay.

Louis Abboud,  Chief Growth Officer Ennismore, said, “Lifestyle hospitality today is about far more than design-led hotels, it’s about creating culturally relevant destinations that become part of a city’s everyday rhythm. India is one of the most dynamic hospitality markets globally and an important focus for Ennismore’s growth. Roswyn, under Morgans Originals, marks our first hotel in the country, and an important step as we look to bring several more distinctive projects to the market in the years ahead.” 

Ranju Alex, CEO Accor South Asia, “At Accor, we see hospitality as an ever-evolving reflection of how people live, connect, and experience cities today. The opening of Roswyn, as part of Ennismore brands, marks an important milestone in bringing globally relevant, lifestyle-led hospitality to India. With Roswyn, we are not just introducing a new hotel, but a vibrant destination designed to integrate seamlessly into the cultural fabric of the city. This launch underscores our commitment to expanding our lifestyle portfolio in India, in partnership with Ennismore, and delivering distinctive experiences that resonate with the modern traveller”.

The hotel is led by Rajiv Kapoor, General Manager of Fairmont Mumbai and Roswyn, alongside Annam Lubana, Hotel Manager. Together, they bring a leadership style grounded in clarity and consistency, shaping up an experience where service feels intuitive, and spaces are thoughtfully considered. Their focus is simple: to create an environment that feels cohesive, welcoming, and interesting. As Rajiv puts it, “Mumbai doesn’t need more overt luxury. It needs places that understand how people actually want to experience the city and respond to that without getting in the way.”

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