Synopsis- Bengaluru Airport City Limited has partnered with Prestige Group to develop an 8,000-seat world-class convention and exhibition centre near the Kempegowda International Airport. This integrated project will feature a performing arts theatre, a luxury St. Regis hotel, Grade A office spaces, and retail zones as well. This initiative places Bengaluru on the global MICE map and is expected to boost the local economy, generate jobs, and enhance India’s standing in international business tourism and event hosting.
The upcoming Bengaluru airport city is already set to make a place for itself on the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) map. This comes after the recent deal between Bengaluru Airport City Limited (BACL) and the real estate giant Prestige Group, which announced a confirmed partnership project to build a state-of-the-art convention and exhibition centre with a capacity of 8000 within the Airport City premises. This showcases the ambition in developing the city’s infrastructure to reach global standards and host international events in our very own country.
A Futuristic Development
Planned to be constructed within the ambitious Airport City (next to The Kempegowda International Airport), this integrated development will not just consist of an extensive 8,000 seat convention and exhibition complex, but also comprises a designed performing arts theater, a luxury hotel by the iconic St. Regis brand, and a grade “A” office facility as well. The major objective of this venue is to conduct global events such as innovation forums and trade expos.
The Key Highlights of the Project
- 8,000 Seat Convention and Exhibition Centre: This centre is expected to host a variety of events, from global business summits to tech conferences, and include any other large-scale events.
- Performing Arts Theatre: A separate facility to foster culture, arts, and performance, making the hub a creative hub as well as a business hub.
- Luxury Hospitality: The complex will feature a flagship hotel under the esteemed St. Regis brand, under the Marriott group, providing luxury lodging to global delegates and event attendees.
- Grade A Commercial Spaces: Integrated office space will draw leading businesses to conduct operations near the vibrant airport setting, creating an exhilarating work, stay, and play culture.
- F&B and Retail: The convention centre will provide global dining experiences and curated Food and Beverage options, catering to delegates from the world over.
The Executive Director of Bengaluru Airport City Ltd. pointed out that the project reflects their mission to develop world-class social infrastructure that not just sustains regional economic development but which will also propels India’s position in the international MICE market. By building here, with Bengaluru’s current position as a hub of innovation and technology, the new convention centre will ride on the city’s cosmopolitan status and exceptional air connectivity to make it an obvious draw for business events and international forums.
Adding to the same, the MD and Chairman of Prestige Group states that with the opening of this icon development, they renew an old pledge to Bengaluru’s “growth story” by constructing a multi-use district that satisfies the business and cultural needs of a new, India-facing world.
Why This Matters to Bengaluru and India
- Boost to Local Economy: Major conventions and trade shows have the potential to create a ripple effect, which would then benefit a range of local enterprises, such as hospitality, transportation, retail, and entertainment.
- Job Generation: The building and operation of the convention centre, hotels, and related facilities will create extensive employment opportunities.
- Increased Global Visitor ship: As a world class facility, the centre is likely to attract international attention and visitor ship, which would result in enhancing Bengaluru’s global image and boost the visitors’ arrival.
This integrated model of mashing up MICE, hospitality, office, and cultural functions in one well-planned district is one of the best practices for urban development. These types of developments are already setting new standards for urban innovation and sustainable expansion in world cities.
Written by Adithya Menon
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