India’s largest convention and exhibition centre, the India International Convention and Expo Centre (IICC), is all set to open in Dwarka, New Delhi in October 2023. The IICC is a state-of-the-art facility spread over 1 million square meters and is expected to host a wide range of events, including international conferences, trade shows, and exhibitions.
The IICC is being developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and is being built at a cost of ₹7,000 crore. The centre will have a total indoor area of 300,000 square meters, including five large exhibition halls, a multi-purpose convention centre with the largest auditorium in India capable of holding 6,000 people at a time, as well as multi-purpose arena facilities for 20,000 people.
The IICC will also have a number of other facilities, including a 5-star hotel, a shopping mall, and a multiplex. The centre is expected to generate employment for over 10,000 people and will boost the economy of the region.
The IICC is located in Dwarka, which is a rapidly developing area in New Delhi. The area is well-connected by road, rail, and metro and is only a short distance from the Indira Gandhi International Airport.
The IICC is expected to attract a large number of international events, as it will be the largest convention centre in Asia. The centre is also expected to boost the tourism industry in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR).
Key Features of the IICC
The IICC has a number of key features that make it one of the most advanced convention centres in the world. These features include:
- A total indoor area of 300,000 square meters
- Five large exhibition halls
- A multi-purpose convention centre with the largest auditorium in India capable of holding 6,000 people at a time
- Multi-purpose arena facilities for 20,000 people
- A 5-star hotel
- A shopping mall
- A multiplex
Benefits of the IICC
The IICC is expected to bring a number of benefits to Delhi and the NCR, including:
- Increased tourism
- Job creation
- Economic boost
- Increased foreign investment
- Improved connectivity
- Enhanced status of Delhi as a global city
Conclusion
The IICC is a major development for Delhi and the NCR. The centre is expected to attract a large number of international events and boost the economy of the region. The IICC is also expected to improve the connectivity of Dwarka and make it a more attractive destination for businesses and tourists.