<h1>Luxury Hotel Group to Double Properties in Northeast, Adding New Hotels and Expanding Existing Ones</h1> A luxury hotel group plans to expand its operations in the Northeast region by developing new greenfield properties in key locations, including Kaziranga and Shillong, and adding a second hotel in Guwahati. The group is negotiating with strategic partners and has finalized land for the new projects, with formal agreements expected soon. The existing Guwahati hotel, which currently has 196 rooms, is undergoing expansion to add 85 rooms within a year. The group aims to increase its total number of hotels in India from 130 to between 250 and 300 over the next three years, focusing on tier-II and tier-III cities in the Northeast. The expansion aligns with increased tourism and improved perceptions of safety in the region, supported by government initiatives promoting pilgrimage and leisure travel.