Bharat Mandapam (IECC Pragati Maidan)
Vertical Transportation Consultancy | Dunbar & Boardman
Project Overview
Bharat Mandapam, formerly known as the International Exhibition and Convention Centre (IECC) at Pragati Maidan, is one of India’s largest and most significant convention and exhibition developments.
Developed as a world-class venue for international exhibitions, conferences, cultural events and government functions, the facility gained global recognition as the principal venue for the G20 Leaders’ Summit in 2023.
The project comprises convention facilities, exhibition halls, meeting spaces, public circulation areas and supporting infrastructure designed to accommodate large visitor volumes while maintaining efficient and safe movement throughout the complex.
Dunbar & Boardman provided specialist Vertical Transportation Consultancy services, supporting the project team throughout the design and delivery process.
Location
New Delhi, India
Sector
Convention, Exhibition & Public Infrastructure
Client Team
- Client: India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO)
- Main Contractor: Shapoorji Pallonji
- Project Type: International Convention & Exhibition Centre
Services Provided
Vertical Transportation Consultancy
- Vertical Transportation Strategy & Planning
- Lift Traffic Analysis
- Elevator & Escalator Consultancy
- Passenger Flow Studies
- Technical Specifications
- Design Reviews
- Contractor Evaluation
- Testing & Commissioning Advisory
Project Challenges
Convention and exhibition centres create unique mobility challenges due to:
- Large visitor concentrations
- Event-based peak occupancies
- Simultaneous arrivals and departures
- VIP and operational circulation requirements
- Flexible use of exhibition and convention spaces
- Security and operational requirements
Dunbar & Boardman's Role
Dunbar & Boardman worked alongside Shapoorji Pallonji and the wider project team, providing independent specialist consultancy services for the vertical transportation systems.
Our involvement included:
- Development of vertical transportation strategies
- Passenger movement and circulation reviews
- Design coordination and technical reviews
- Preparation and review of technical specifications
- Contractor and equipment evaluations
- Construction-stage technical support
Testing and commissioning reviews
Project Outcome
The completed development successfully delivers a modern convention and exhibition environment capable of accommodating major national and international events.
The vertical transportation systems support safe, efficient and reliable operation of the facility while meeting the performance expectations associated with a world-class international venue.
Bharat Mandapam has subsequently hosted numerous high-profile events, including the G20 Leaders’ Summit, demonstrating its importance within India’s public infrastructure landscape.
Leadership Perspective
“Bharat Mandapam represents one of India’s most significant public infrastructure developments and a landmark project for the country’s exhibition and convention sector. We were proud to work alongside Shapoorji Pallonji and the wider project team in delivering specialist Vertical Transportation Consultancy services. Projects of this scale require careful planning, technical coordination and a commitment to long-term operational performance, and we are honoured to have contributed to a facility that will serve India for decades to come.”Vijith Nambiar
Managing Director, Dunbar & BoardmanKey Project Facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Project | Bharat Mandapam (Formerly IECC Pragati Maidan) |
| Location | New Delhi, India |
| Sector | Convention & Exhibition Centre |
| Client | ITPO |
| Main Contractor | Shapoorji Pallonji |
| Services | Vertical Transportation Consultancy |
| Landmark Event | G20 Leaders' Summit 2023 |
| Project Type | Public Infrastructure |
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