Taj Mahal, New Delhi hosts the 2nd Panel in the ‘She Remains the Taj’ Series

Panelists from Right to Left Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & CEO, IHCL, Dr. Sanjukta Parasor, Indian Police Service, H.E. Ms. Ritva Koukku-Ronde Ambassador of Finland to India, Dr. Ritu Garg, Chief Growth & Innovation Officer Fortis Healthcare, Ms. Satyavati Berera, Partner, PwC India and moderator Mr. Nikunj Dalmia. 

New Delhi, February 2023: Taj Mahal, New Delhi played host to the second panel in the ‘She Remains the Taj’ series. The evening re-iterated IHCL’s commitment to gender diversity and the empowerment of women. 

The timeless Taj Mahal, New Delhi presented an exquisite evening with leading voices celebrating the spirit of women. The panel was graced by distinguished leaders from various walks of life - H.E. Ms. Ritva Koukku-Ronde, Ambassador of Finland to India, Ms. Satyavati Berera, Partner, PwC India, Dr. Sanjukta Parasor, Indian Police Service, Dr. Ritu Garg, Chief Growth & Innovation Officer Fortis Healthcare and Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & CEO, IHCL.

The facade of Taj Mahal, New Delhi carried the message ‘She Remains the Taj’ and was vividly lit up in celebratory hues. The culinary team led by women associates presented a gastronomic spread of global flavours such as poached scallops & cranberry caviar, citrus crab, mandarin & arugula, fresh burrata, charred avocado, caramelized melon, assorted cheese boards; a flying buffet with butter chilly oyster prawns with street style noodles, sukkah prawns with mini Malabar paratha, gnocchi with confit duck leg & mandarin jus, dessert trolleys and spirited concoctions curated by lady mixologists. 

Raising a toast to the quintessential woman, an ode to all her avatars, the event was joined by H.E. Ms. Katrin Kivi - Ambassador of Estonia, H.E. Ms. Yasiel Alines Burillo – Ambassador of Panama, Dr. Seema Bhalla, Ms. Ritu Beri, Ms. Rashmi Virmani, Ms. Sushma Behl, Ms. Kalli Purie, Ms. Pooja Chauhan, Ms. Jayasri Burman, Mr. Paresh Maity, Mr. Raian Karanjawala, Ms. Priya Jain, Tanya and Avneesh Sood, Mr. Amit Goyal, Ms. Kalpana Agarwal, Ms. Seema Puri among others. 

To know more about IHCL’s women-centric initiatives, please visit ‘She Remains the Taj’.

DESIGN | Taj Mahal, New Delhi's venerated business club, The Chambers returns in a new avatar

New features include Rayasina, a 60-seater restaurant; seven meeting rooms, of which one is designed by the renowned Italian luxury brand, Stefano Ricci; The Chambers Lounge, a sophisticated bar; and a cigar lounge.

The iconic Taj Mahal, New Delhi unveiled the re-imagined and re-designed avatar of The Chambers, India’s first and most revered business club. The Chambers enjoys illustrious patronage since its inception over four decades ago.

The new Chambers at Taj Mahal, New Delhi offers classic elegance in a contemporary setting in the capital’s landmark location with stunning views of the city’s skyline. With the recent launch of The Chambers Global Membership, members can enjoy enhanced privileges and benefits.

Satyajeet Krishnan, Area Director – New Delhi and General Manager, Taj Mahal, New Delhi, said, “The Chambers is for a community of members, who are accomplished, acclaimed achievers. The renovated Chambers with elegant and stylish spaces and a world-class restaurant offering modern gourmet cuisine will give members access to an uber-luxury private and exclusive club at the city’s most distinguished address. Taj Mahal, New Delhi has been on a transformational journey for the past 18 months and with the new Machan, Emperor’s Lounge, tastefully done rooms, and now The Chambers, we look forward to welcoming guests to the next chapter of the hotel’s illustrious history.”

The Chambers provides members a haven to conduct business or simply unwind. New features include Rayasina, a 60-seater restaurant; seven meeting rooms, of which one is designed by the renowned Italian luxury brand, Stefano Ricci; The Chambers Lounge, a sophisticated bar; and a cigar lounge.

Rayasina and The Chambers Lounge offer Indian and international cuisine, rich in flavors and exquisite in its presentation. The menu features several world classics with a modern twist and specially-crafted set menus for power breakfasts or a light, relaxed meal. Cheese and wine pairings, dark chocolate and almond boards, and a wide range of beverages are some of the added touches to the unparalleled experience at The Chambers. The service, as always, is warm, discreet yet highly personalized.

The Chambers, today, has a presence across seven marquee Taj hotels in six cities including Dubai, and will soon have its presence in London and Bengaluru.

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DESIGN Taj Mahal, New Delhi unveils the new avatar of its dining destination - Machan

The iconic Taj Mahal, New Delhi  has unveiled the new avatar of the Capital’s original and much-loved dining destination Machan.

The hotel also reopened to an elegant new lobby and the Emperor Lounge after a stylish makeover. Taj Mahal, New Delhi has been under extensive renovation since July 2019, reinventing itself to offer the essence of timelessness and heritage of Lutyens’ Delhi, coupled with contemporary flair and impeccable service the hotel has been renowned for.

The next phase of the transformation will include the redesigned rooms and The Chambers – expected to be completed by end of the year. Machan, the international dining destination has been a defining part of the city’s culinary landscape for many decades. 

Machan’s décor is based on Indian wildlife, reminiscent of the days where ‘Machans’, or raised platforms, were built as look-out and observation posts. The redesigned Machan will present a gastronomical confluence of the old and the new with an eclectic menu.

With a state-of-the-art air purification technology for reduction of particulate matter and mitigation of microbes, Machan offers an environment with heightened safety and hygiene protocols. The Emperor Lounge that has been the centre of many conversations and high-powered business meetings returns with elevated style and novel culinary offerings.

With the refreshed Machan and Emperor Lounge, the hotel welcomes its guests once again to relive their old memories and create new ones. With inspired and warm service, the Hotel promises to delight the gourmands of yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

Satyajeet Krishnan, Area Director – North and General Manager, Taj Mahal, New Delhi said, “The Taj Mahal, New Delhi remains an ideal location with exquisite dining choices. The re-imagined Machan makes a comeback featuring some of the signature favourites in addition to cuisine inspired by the forests of the world and India. We welcome guests to experience Delhi’s veritable institution once again”.

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