IHCL Expands Footprint in Tamil Nadu with Ginger Tuticorin
IHCL marks its foray into Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu with a Ginger branded hotel.
By SOH Edit Team
Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has marked its entry into Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu, with the signing of a Ginger-branded hotel. The project is a greenfield development, underscoring IHCL’s continued focus on expanding its presence in high-growth destinations across the country.
Commenting on the development, Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL, said, “Tuticorin is emerging as a key economic hub in South India, driven by its strong industrial base and new investments. The growth of mega projects in the automobile and energy sectors has created significant long-stay demand, making it an ideal market for Ginger’s presence. This signing reinforces IHCL’s commitment to catering to evolving needs in high-potential destinations. We are delighted to partner with Mr. R. Gajendran for this project.”

Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL.
Strategic Location and Contemporary Offerings
Strategically located along the Tirunelveli–Tuticorin highway, the 100-key Ginger Tuticorin will provide seamless access to the city’s key industrial and commercial zones. Designed to cater to modern business travelers, the hotel will feature Ginger’s signature Qmin restaurant with curated culinary experiences, a vibrant bar for social interactions, and flexible meeting spaces suited for corporate requirements. A state-of-the-art fitness center will further enhance the guest experience, supporting holistic well-being.
R. Gajendran, promoter of Thangam Real Estate & Thangam Plots & Farms Pvt. Ltd., said, “We are delighted to partner with IHCL and bring the Ginger brand to Tuticorin, offering contemporary hospitality to the city’s growing business segment.”
Tuticorin: A Port City on the Rise
Also known as Thoothukudi, Tuticorin is a major port city on the Coromandel Coast along the Bay of Bengal. Traditionally known for maritime trade, shipping, salt production, and fishing, the city is rapidly evolving into an important industrial and manufacturing hub—making it a compelling destination for branded hospitality development.
Key Offerings:
- 100-keys
- Qmin restaurant
- State-of-the-art fitness center


























