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A priest of the Srimandir in Puri said he is setting up a 300-room luxury resort with a strong spiritual focus in the holy town.
Addressing media in Kolkata the priest said that the beachside project would be a pure vegetarian and non-liquor retreat, aiming to offer a ‘satvik’ experience to pilgrims and travellers seeking spiritual serenity with all modern comforts.
The current valuation is Rs 200 crore, an official from his team said.
"Puri is not just a destination. It is a sacred abode where divinity meets the ocean. The resort will offer a blend of spiritual tranquillity and luxury hospitality," Sevayat Daitapati Bhabani Das said.
The construction cost of the 'Jagannatham' project is estimated at Rs 110 crore, excluding land, he said.
Project Location
The project, under Meridian Mist Hotel & Resort, is being built on a seven-acre beachfront plot along the Puri-Konark marine drive, about 8 km from the Jagannath Temple in Puri.
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"I own the land and there is no conflict of interest with Jagannath Temple," he said.
2026 Rath Yatra Deadline
Set to open in 14-16 months, before the Rath Yatra of 2026, the resort is expected to redefine spiritual tourism in Puri, attracting both pilgrims and high-end travellers, Das said.
Das and his family own 100 per cent of the resort but are open to diluting equity based on the response to the project's membership programme.
Membership of the luxury resort
The membership, priced at Rs 3.5 lakh, Rs 5 lakh, and Rs 7 lakh, offers members a three-night stay per month for five years, making it a cost-effective alternative to luxury resorts in Puri. The resort targets 5,000 members in its initial phase.
Amenities At The Luxury Resort
The resort will feature studio and deluxe cottages, a spa, an amphitheatre, a jogging track, a tennis court, and dedicated wellness spaces.
(With PTI inputs)
