Bhubaneswar to get 10,000-seat mega convention centre, OBCC to execute it near ECoR HQ

Bhubaneswar is set to embark on the conceptualisation and construction of its largest convention centre, capable of seating 10,000 people, as part of the Odisha government’s push to position the city as a hub for global business and tourism. 

According to reports from The Times of India, the government has roped in the Odisha Bridge Construction Corporation (OBCC) to execute the project in Chandrasekharpur under a public-private partnership (PPP), with plans to host international conferences, exhibitions, and cultural events.

In the current stage, authorities have issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to appoint a transaction advisor to draft the detailed project report and oversee the execution.

Strategic Location Near Rail Sadan

The facility will span 18 acres adjacent to Rail Sadan, the East Coast Railway headquarters, ensuring seamless connectivity via the Jaydev Vihar-Nandankanan Road.

Notably, the site currently houses the OMFED plant, which will be demolished to make way for the mega project, added the reports.

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World-Class Facilities to Boost Tourism

As per the current plans, the convention centre will feature:

• A 4,000-seat plenary hall.
• A 1,200-seat meeting hall and a 500-seat secondary hall.
• Four conference rooms (100 seats each).
• A 50,000 sq ft indoor exhibition space.
• An outdoor exhibition area for 30,000 attendees.

Additional amenities include climate control, ample parking, security infrastructure, and landscaped zones.

PPP Model to Drive Funding

OBCC will take the project fully funded by private partners. The PPP approach aims to ensure cutting-edge design and operational efficiency. The move for a state-of-the-art convention centre comes after Bhubaneswar’s recent success in hosting major events like the G20 meetings and Pravasi Bharatiya Divas.

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Related Urban Development: Ghatikia Market Complex

In a parallel infrastructure push, the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) plans a modern three-storey community market and residential complex in Ghatikia, near the Khandagiri-Khordha stretch.

Inspired by Telangana’s Ghatikia market, the 2.79-acre project will feature 220 shops, segregated zones for vegetarian and non-vegetarian goods, and basement parking occupying 60% of the built-up area.

Meanwhile, the convention centre is expected to act as an economic catalyst by elevating the state capital’s profile, attracting global events while also generating local employment.