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International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre

Himanshi Saini
July 27, 2023

Title: International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre

Inaugurating the International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre in Delhi. The Complex will serve as a gateway to global opportunities. https://t.co/O3TO1yRTvr
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 26, 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the International Exhibition- cum- Convention Centre( IECC) complex at Pragati Maidan, marking India’s largest MICE( Meetings, impulses, Conferences, and Exhibitions) destination. The sprawling lot covers roughly 123 acres and boasts state-of-the-art installations.

The project, developed as a national undertaking, cost around Rs 2,700 crore. It involved an extensive overhaul of the outdated structures at Pragati Maidan to create the new convention center. The IECC is strategically designed to host large-scale international events such as exhibitions, trade fairs, conventions, conferences, and other prestigious gatherings.

Gauging over 53,399 sqm, the IECC houses multi-purpose and grand halls with a combined seating capacity of 7,000 people, surpassing the famed Sydney Opera House, which can accommodate around 5,900 people. also, the complex features a 3,000-seater amphitheater, multiple meeting apartments, and a well-equipped business center. Gauging over 53,399 sqm, the IECC houses multi-purpose and grand halls with a combined seating capacity of 7,000 people, surpassing the famed Sydney Opera House, which can accommodate around 5,900 people. also, the complex features a 3,000-seater amphitheatre, multiple meeting apartments, and a well-equipped business center. Ample parking space for 5,500 buses has also been handed.

Honouring the Shramiks who have toiled to build the impressive International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre in Delhi. pic.twitter.com/C7zmdG4csf
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 26, 2023

The IECC complex includes seven versatile exhibition halls, designed to accommodate diverse industries and showcase products and services from around the world. It was designed collaboratively by international firm Aedas, known for iconic projects like Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, and Indian firm Arcop, which contributed to the IGI Airport Terminal 3.

The India Trade Promotion Organisation owns the Pragati Maidan project, which was executed by NBCC (India) Ltd. and the construction company Shapoorji Pallonji. The total project cost was revised to Rs 2,698.51 crore, considering adjustments for the underground tunnel and other external arrangements for traffic.

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The newly inaugurated International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre (IECC) complex was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Pragati Maidan, With a campus area of 123 acres and top-notch facilities, it is India’s largest MICE destination. the PMO said that the facility, built following an overhaul of the old and outdated structures at Pragati Maidan, was developed as a national project at a cost of about Rs 2,700 crore and has a campus area of approximately 123 acres. “The convention centre is developed as the centrepiece of Pragati Maidan complex. It is… designed to host large-scale international exhibitions, trade fairs, conventions, conferences, and other prestigious events…,” the PMO said. Spread over 53,399 sqm, the IECC has the capacity to seat 7,000 people in its multi-purpose and plenary halls combined — larger than the iconic Sydney Opera House which can hold around 5,900 in its various halls.

Work on the redevelopment began in 2017 after demolition of several existing exhibition halls, including the Hall of Nations which was designed by architect Raj Rewal and constructed to mark 25 years of Independence.

The IECC also has a 3,000-seater amphitheatre, several meeting rooms and a business centre. Parking for 5,500 cars has also been provided.

Delhi gets a modern and futuristic International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre, which will boost conference tourism in India, thus bringing people from all over the world. The economic and tourism related benefits of the centre will also be multifold. pic.twitter.com/57cdCnu63T
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 26, 2023

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“The architectural design of the convention centre is inspired from Indian traditions and showcases India’s confidence and conviction in its past while also embracing modern facilities and way of life,” the statement read. The building’s elliptical shape is inspired by the shankha or conch shell, while its walls and facades have several elements of traditional art, the PMO said. Among the themes depicted are “surya shakti”, which highlights India’s efforts towards solar energy; “Zero to ISRO”, which showcases achievements in space; and “Pancha Mahabhuta”, which highlights the five elements — sky, air, fire, water and earth, the PMO statement said. “Further, the IECC complex features seven exhibition halls, each serving as a versatile space for hosting exhibitions, trade fairs, and business events. These are designed to accommodate a diverse range of industries and showcase products and services from around the world,” it said. The IECC has been designed by international firm Aedas, which is the architect of Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, and Indian firm Arcop, which was one of the sub-consultants for IGI Airport Terminal 3. Owned by India Trade Promotion Organisation, the Pragati Maidan project was executed by NBCC (India) Ltd. and its contractor, Shapoorji Pallonji. In a RTI reply to The Indian Express, ITPO said the project cost approved in 2017 was Rs 2,596.25 crore, which was revised to Rs 2,698.51 crore due to the increase in estimated cost of the underground tunnel and other external arrangements for traffic.