With sustainability embedded at its core, the brand continues to expand thoughtfully while deepening its commitment to conservation awareness and community engagement. Anil Agarwala, Managing Director, shares how Tathastu balances eco-sensitivity with guest comfort. The resort is represented by Terra Tales in Delhi NCR.
By Priyanka Saxena Ray
How do you balance sustainability, guest comfort and commercial viability while operating in ecologically sensitive destinations?
Tathastu’s journey began in 2011 with the construction of our very first resort in the Pench Tiger Reserve. From the moment of conception, sustainability and guest comfort over commercial viability was not an afterthought—it was the foundation on which Tathastu was built.
Over 1,500 varieties of plants were thoughtfully planted to recreate the immersive feeling of living within a jungle, while seamlessly blending in the comforts of modern luxury. Every element of the landscape was carefully planned so that rainwater from every inch of the property is efficiently harvested and diverted into our lakes. A well-designed network of canals, underground pipelines, natural slopes, and drains ensures that not a drop of water is wasted.
To nurture this dense plantation responsibly, the entire property is equipped with the Israeli drip-irrigation system, ensuring optimal water usage with maximum efficiency.
Equal importance is given to waste management and resource regeneration. All waste generated is processed through STP, ETP, and Bio-Compost pits. The residue is reused as organic manure, completing a sustainable closed-loop ecosystem.
At Pench, this belief comes alive through our Mud Rooms, constructed using layered mud walls that naturally regulate indoor temperatures—enhancing guest comfort, reducing energy consumption, and ensuring long-term viability.
With growing demand for experiential travel, what are Tathastu Resorts’ expansion plans?
Over the past three years, Tathastu has commenced commercial operations across four key wildlife destinations—Kanha, Tadoba, Bandhavgarh, and Satpura.
We have also acquired land parcels in Panna, near Khajuraho, and in Sanjay Dubri Tiger Reserve, near Bandhavgarh. Construction will begin soon as our operational footprint strengthens.
My vision is simple: Wherever there is a Tiger in Central India, Tathastu should have a presence.
What are your key growth priorities for the coming year?
While new destinations remain important, our key priority this year is deeper community engagement.
We aim to challenge the mindset that holidays must only mean beaches or mountains but also wildlife.
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