Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally inaugurated the new International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre (IECC) complex at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi has taken place on Kargil Vijay Diwas when the “enemies of the country were defeated by our brave sons and daughters”.
Addressing the gathering after inaugurating IECC complex named ‘Bharat Mandapam’, the Prime Minister paid tributes to the bravehearts who laid down their lives for the country during the Kargil war. “Today is a historic day as it's #KargilVijayDiwas. The enemies of the country were defeated by our brave sons and daughters. I pay tribute to each and every hero who sacrificed his life in the Kargil war,” he said.
IECC is India’s largest Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions destination.
Developed at a cost of about Rs 2700 crore, the sprawling complex is spread over 123 acres and has multiple state-of-the-art facilities including new Convention Centre, Exhibition halls, amphitheaters etc have been developed. A grand architectural marvel, the Convention Centre will host large-scale international exhibitions and conferences
Developed in the shape of Shankha, it incorporates several architectural elements of India's traditional art and culture.
The Prime Minister said that when the country is celebrating Amrit Mahotsav of 75 years of Independence, Bharat Mandapam is a beautiful gift by the citizens for the country’s democracy. He also said that world's largest museum will be constructed in Delhi.
“Some people have a tendency to comment and stop good works. When 'Kartavya Path' was being built, many things were running on the front page of newspapers as breaking news. It was raised in courts as well, but when it was constructed, the same people said that it is good. I am sure the 'Toli' (group) will also accept 'Bharat Mandapam,” PM Modi said.
As a part of the Central Vista redevelopment project in the Indian capital, PM Modi inaugurated the 'Kartavya Path' at India Gate in September last year.
(ANI)