Hardcastle Restaurants Private (HRPL), a Master Franchisee for West & South India operations of McDonald’s Restaurants and a subsidiary of the BSE listed Westlife Development, announced the launch of its first restaurant at Nadiad and 24th in the state of Gujarat.
McDonald's Gold Standard Drive-Thru restaurant is strategically located on the State highway that connects Kheda district to Baroda via Anand on the College Road near Aadhar retail, Nadiad to serve customers from the city as well as nearby localities. The restaurant is spread over an area of 3700 sq. ft. and can seat up to 138 guests also has a dedicated area for birthday party celebrations. The restaurant will offer convenient parking facility of over 20 car parks for those who opt to dine-in as against using the drive-thru.
Commenting on the launch, Ranjit Paliath, vice president, Business Operations, Hardcastle Restaurants said, ''McDonald's association with Gujarat goes back a long way. It is extremely encouraging to see the way McDonald’s has grown from strength to strength in Gujarat over the last decade. Gujarat has always been imperative for our business, ever since we started working with the farmers of Deesa & Kheda districts in early 90's to cultivate the Shepody potato variety to be used for our 100% vegetarian MacFries. McDonald's® India joined hands with McCain Foods to impart training on new agri-technology; enabling farmers to produce better quality and higher yields of potatoes. Besides working with famers and suppliers, we have a strong team of over 1000 employees in Gujarat to ensure smooth functioning of our restaurants and the launch of our new restaurant will generate additional employment opportunities for local youth.''
''Given Gujarat's vibrant economy and socio-economic development, we plan to continue adding new restaurants across the state using formats like standalone restaurants; drive-thru’s and brand extensions such as McDelivery, McCafé and Dessert Kiosks,'' Paliath added.
Shares of Westlife Development declined Rs 7, or 2.26%, to settle at Rs 303. The total volume of shares traded was 705 at the BSE (Wednesday).
