NEW DELHI: Hospitality major ITC Hotels Ltd Tuesday announced the signing of a management agreement for a new Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels in Rajgir in the presence of Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary. The hotel will be developed under a long-term arrangement between the Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation and Kalsi Buildcon Pvt Ltd to promote Bihar as a tourist destination. Spread across 2.67 acres, the proposed hotel will have 107 keys.ITC Hotels MD Anil Chadha said: “Bihar is home to some of India’s most significant cultural & spiritual destinations, and we see immense long-term potential for hospitality-led tourism in the state. The signing of Welcomhotel Rajgir reinforces our promise to build a larger presence in Bihar. As domestic travel continues to evolve, travellers are increasingly seeking destinations that offer authentic experiences alongside branded hospitality. We look forward to this long-term association with Kalsi Buildcon Private Limited and to playing a meaningful role in elevating Bihar’s tourism vision by bringing world-class experiences to one of India’s most compelling travel destinations.”Kalsi Buildcon Pvt Ltd director Sumeet Singh Kalsi said: “We are delighted to collaborate with ITC Hotels to introduce the Welcomhotel brand in Rajgir, Bihar. With its deep historical significance and enduring appeal among visitors from across India and around the world, Rajgir presents a compelling opportunity for the development of a world-class hotel. Our vision is to create a landmark offering that reflects the essence of this region while catering to the evolving preferences of today’s travellers. Combined with ITC Hotels’ recognised service excellence, we are confident that this property will emerge as a distinguished addition to the state’s growing travel landscape.”“This signing coupled with the recent signing of a new ITC Patna hotel and the opening of Welcomhotel Bodhgaya Hotel & Convention Centre, further strengthens ITC Hotels’ presence in Bihar,” the hospitality major said in a statement.