Nagore is all set for the 469th annual Kandhuri festival honouring Nagore Andavar Syed Shahul Hameed. The celebrations began with the flag hoisting event on 21st November, marking the start of the festivities. The main event, Periya Kandhuri, will be held on 1st December. One of the highlights, the santhanakoodu procession, will take place on the evening of 30th November and will begin from Nagapattinam. The Anointment of Sandal Paste (Chandanam) on the Sacred Tomb will be held in the early morning of 1st December.

To support the festival, the Tamil Nadu state government has taken efficient steps to ensure smooth travel for devotees. Tamilnadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) is operating 100 buses from various parts of Tamil Nadu to Nagore. Southern Railway has also announced special trains from Chennai, and an unreserved MEMU train will operate from Villupuram. Reservations for these trains are currently underway.

The managing trustee of the Nagore Dargah Shariff attended the flag hoisting event, where flags were raised on all five minars. The sight of the fluttering flags has added more colour to the festive atmosphere across the town.

The state government is expecting around 15,000 people to gather for this harmonious festival, which brings together people from all religions. Devotees from Tamil Nadu and from states including Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh are expected to visit Nagore for the celebrations. The festive spirit is already visible across the town as the Dargah and its minars shine with decorative lights.

To elevate the celebrations, the Nagapattinam District Administration has declared a local holiday on December 1. The festival will conclude with the flag-lowering ceremony on 4th December 2025.  

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Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, has announced the signing of a new hotel under its Gateway brand in Patnitop, Jammu & Kashmir. This is a conversion project with future plans for expansion.

Ms. Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL, said, “Patnitop is a hidden gem in Jammu & Kashmir, offering travellers a quick winter escape. With the largest room inventory in the destination, this Gateway resort will cater to the growing demand from Punjab, Delhi NCR and Jammu. Serving as a gateway to the Himalayas, this signing aligns with our strategy to expand the brand in such leisure markets. We are delighted to partner with FIL Industries Private Limited for this project.”

Located amidst serene natural landscapes, the 78-key Gateway Patnitop, Jammu & Kashmir will offer guests an immersive experience of the region’s beauty. The resort will include an all-day dining restaurant, a specialty restaurant and a bar. Guests can enjoy two swimming pools, including a heated pool, along with a modern fitness centre and treatment rooms. For social and corporate events, the resort also provides a spacious banquet hall covering over 4,000 sq. ft.

Mr. Owais Altaf Syed, Director, FIL Industries Private Limited, added, “We are happy to collaborate with IHCL to bring the Gateway brand to Patnitop. This partnership with IHCL marks a significant milestone in enhancing the region’s hospitality landscape.”

Patnitop is a peaceful hill station surrounded by lush forests and snow-capped peaks. Travellers can enjoy adventure activities such as paragliding, trekking and skiing or explore attractions like Natha Top and Billo Ki Powri. With this signing, IHCL now has 12 hotels in Jammu & Kashmir, including 6 under development.

About the Owning Company

FIL Industries Private Limited is a diversified enterprise operating across agriculture, food and beverage, travel, hospitality and health sectors. Its portfolio includes agri-input solutions, natural fruit concentrates, functional drinks, beverages, packaged drinking water, post-harvest advisory services, storage solutions and sustainable mobility through aerial ropeways and tourism infrastructure.
In his role as Director, Mr. Owais Altaf Syed oversees ropeway management and hospitality. The company has been awarded major ropeway projects including the Dehradun–Mussoorie Ropeway and the Yamunotri Ropeway Project.

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