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Branded hotels are moving into more state capitals with tens of thousands new rooms planned

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Published on 24 April 2026
Branded hotels are moving into more state capitals with tens of thousands new rooms planned

Patna’s branded room pipeline could nearly double soon

Branded hotels are set to expand rapidly across India’s state capitals, with Patna emerging as a standout. The pipeline in Patna is expected to reach eleven branded hotels, while across the country roughly 60,253 new rooms could be added over the next five years. Cities such as Lucknow, Kolkata, Shimla, and Raipur are also preparing for new developments.

  • Branded hotels expanding across multiple Indian state capitals
  • Patna’s branded hotel pipeline is projected to hit eleven
  • About 60,253 new hotel rooms expected in five years
  • Lucknow, Kolkata, Shimla, and Raipur see new projects
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