A Complete Guide To Citco Group Limited

Chandigarh, the first well-planned city of India attracts both leisure and business travellers in large numbers from far and near. The Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation Limited abbreviated as ‘CITCO’ welcomes the visitors to this city warmly and caters the need through its myriad of services and facilities.

All About CITCO:

Formerly, it was famous as the ‘Chandigarh Small Industries Development Corporation (CSIDC)’. Under the Companies Act 1956, CITCO Chandigarh was formed as a Company in March 1974. Since, 1982, this massive corporation was bestowed with some additional functions such as the promotion of Tourism, etc. Consequently, it was renamed as ‘Chandigarh Industries and General Development Corporation Limited’ (CIGDC).

CITCO Hotels:

Hotel Mountview

 Travelers can enjoy luxurious hospitality in this finest hotel. The Hotel Mount View is nestled in the panoramic backdrop of Shivalik Hills. The plush rooms of this hotel are equipped with chic comforts in the city’s uber environs. This posh hotel has categorized its accommodation space into 144 rooms and 10 suites. All the rooms are tastefully decorated with contemporary décor and style. The in-house restaurant offers a wide range of well-presented delicious cuisines.

Hotel Shivalikview

CITCO was given the responsibility of construction and management of the incomplete building of the then Janta Hotel (now, Hotel Shivalikview) in the year 1988. Today, this hotel that is situated within Chandigarh’s bustling hub offers an excellent base for exploring the city and business areas. It offers top-notch business services and hence, a great place to organize important meetings, exhibitions, and conferences. The unmatched services offered in this plush hotel set high standards of services.

Hotel Parkview

For those looking for a budget yet luxurious options in the ‘City of Beautiful, Chandigarh-‘Hotel Parkview’ is undoubtedly the best accommodation option. It is a 3-star hotel that offers elegant rooms and impeccable services. The professional team provides excellent hospitality and personalized attention.

Other Services:

· Drop-In: For a fast food outlet, CITCO was allocated with land for establishing the outlet in the Sub City Centre, Sector 34 A. It is one of the most preferred food outlets amongst the office goers.

· Stop-N- Stare: If you are craving to enjoy sumptuous food while sitting in the serenity then, do not miss to visit Stop-N-Stare. It is a CITCO food joint located opposite the renowned art gallery in sector 10. It is a tranquil place adorned with green landscape and serves delicious food. Here, visitors can taste some of the best-tasting dishes like Rajma, Chole, Kadhi, Chawal. They have open air sitting arrangement which has become hotspots amongst the students, youngsters and office goers. Do not miss to taste their stuffed paranthas and chana kulcha.

· Boating and Amusement Park: Enjoy the exhilarating beauty of nature at Sukhna Lake located at the foothills of Himalayas. Visitors from far and near throng to this well-maintained lake to enjoy quality time with loved ones. Tourists can have their romantic moments in Shikaras and pedal boats. For children, this place is full of fun as they can enjoy toy train and joy rides in the amusement park. The CITCO cafeteria at the lake offers delicious refreshments. 

· Baithak Kalagram: In 2000, on Chandigarh Shimla Highway, CITCO was assigned with some space at Kalagram to start an ethnic Punjabi Restaurant- Baithak. CITCO manages this restaurant efficiently in Kalagram which is a hub of Cultural and Tourism activities. This ethnic restaurant has 46 covers in the exterior and 54 covers in the interior. Visitors can enjoy various tasty items here and the signature dishes include Rang biryani seekh, Tandoori Choosa, Paneer Tikka Tawa masala, etc. Here, the Amritsari Food Festival is the most popular one! Though the restaurant has closed its operation for some time but soon will resume.

· Citco Da Vehra: Another amazing place managed by the corporation is this traditional Punjabi Haveli adorned with Courtyard and impressive allas. The motifs offer classy mini rural Punjabi style to the place. Though their operations are closed for some time but soon will resume.

· Glassy Bar: For happening people, Glassy Bar offers special DJ system and lighting arrangements. It hosts theme based parties and get-togethers. Though the Bar has closed its operation for some time but soon will resume.

· Industrial: CITCO also functions as Chandigarh Small Industries Development Corporation and deals regulating the industrial affairs, distribution of iron and steel raw material, etc.

· Hop- On- Hop- Off: Travelers can enjoy Open Roof Double Decker rides managed by CITCO.

· Petrol Pump: The CITCO Corporation was allotted with land in 1992 to set up a Petrol Pump in Sector 9. With BPCL, the corporation tied up and now, the Petrol Pump is the most popular outlet in the Chandigarh City. Likewise, in Sector 56, the Indian Oil Corporation offered CITCO the management of its petrol pump in December 2009.

CITCO Contact Information: SCO 121-122, Sector 17-B, Chandigarh

Telephone: 91-172-4644430 – 34, 91-172-2704761, 91-172-2704356