Bhubaneswar is set to embark on the conceptualisation and construction of its largest convention centre capable of seating 10000 people as part of the Odisha governmentrsquos 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. ALSO READBhubaneswar based startup Elmentoz Research scripts success story inspiring journey of its founder and team World-Class Facilities to Boost Tourism As per the current plans the convention centre will feature A 4000-seat plenary hall. A 1200-seat meeting hall and a 500-seat secondary hall. Four conference rooms 100 seats each. A 50000 sq ft indoor exhibition space. An outdoor exhibition area for 30000 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 Bhubaneswarrsquos recent success in hosting major events like the G20 meetings and Pravasi Bharatiya Divas. ALSO READLingaraj Temple Road railway station in Bhubaneswar to undergo major facelift by Oct 2025 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 Telanganarsquos 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 capitalrsquos profile attracting global events while also generating local employment.