The beachside project would be a pure vegetarian and non-liquor retreat. The resort will feature studio and deluxe cottages, a spa, an amphitheatre, a jogging track, a tennis court, and dedicated wellness spaces. Set to open in 14-16 months, before the Rath Yatra of 2026, the resort is expected to redefine spiritual tourism in Puri. The current valuation is Rs 200 crore, an official from his team said. 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 inPuri. said he is open to diluting equity based on the response to the project’s membership programme. The membership offers members a three-night stay per month for five years, making it a cost-effective alternative to luxury resorts in Pur i. The Resort targets 5,000 members in its initial phase.