PM Modi inaugurates ‘Bharat Mandapam’

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre (IECC) complex at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi on July 26 and unveiled its new name — Bharat Mandapam.

• It will be the venue for the G20 Summit in September.

• The revamped IECC complex 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 IECC complex is India’s largest MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) destination. 

• In terms of the covered space available for events, the complex finds its place among the top exhibition and convention complexes in the world.

• It comprises multiple modern facilities, including convention centres, exhibition halls and amphitheatres.

• The new IECC complex at Pragati Maidan will help in promoting India as a global business destination.

• Its majestic multi-purpose hall and plenary hall have a combined capacity of 7,000 people, which is larger than the seating capacity of the famous Sydney Opera House in Australia. Its magnificent amphitheater is equipped with a seating capacity of 3,000 individuals.

• The complex features seven exhibition halls and each one serves as a versatile space for hosting exhibitions, trade fairs, and business events.

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