NEW DELHI: Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday got another Oberoi property with the opening of The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace in Khajuraho. While inaugurating the property, MP CM Mohan Yadav said it “reflects the rich heritage of Madhya Pradesh while providing world class hospitality. It is a remarkable addition to the state’s tourism landscape.” Dating back over 350 years, The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace “blends royal architecture with contemporary luxury”.Hospitality major Oberoi Hotels is expanding its footprint. This August the group announced it will soon open four new hotels in Goa, Gir, Hyderabad and near Bengaluru. These four are part of Oberoi parent EIH Limited’s development pipeline of 25 properties scheduled for completion by 2030. This includes 22 hotels and three luxury boats, all of which will be managed by EIH Limited through direct ownership, joint ventures, or management contracts.Of these, eight hotels will be owned or jointly invested in and operated by EIH Ltd, while 17, including two Dahabeyas and one Nile cruise, will be operated under management contracts by The Oberoi Group. The pipeline includes 16 hotels in India and nine international properties across London, Egypt, Bhutan, Nepal, and Saudi Arabia. Upon completion, 18 of these will operate under the Oberoi brand and seven under the Trident brand, adding 2,033 keys to the portfolio. Earlier this year, The Oberoi Vindhyavilas Wildlife Resort, Bandhavgarh, had opened.The Oberoi Group executive chairman Arjun Oberoi said: “We are privileged to have the CM inaugurate The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace. Beyond preserving history, the palace invites guests to immerse themselves in the beauty, heritage, and cultural richness of Madhya Pradesh.”The Oberoi Group CEO Vikram Oberoi said: “The inauguration by the CM reinforces The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace as a landmark in restoration with historical significance. We are confident that The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace will encourage a new set of travellers to visit Khajuraho and experience its world-famous temples, explore nature and wildlife at the Panna Tiger Reserve and embrace the unique cultural tapestry of the region. Tourism is recognised for its ability to generate employment – we are happy to support this important initiative with the opening of The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace.”
