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YashoBhoomi Inauguration Live Updates: PM's vision of having a world-class infrastructure for hosting meetings, conferences and exhibitions in the country will be strengthened with the operationalization of Phase 1 of ‘YashoBhoomi’

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Last Updated: September 17, 2023, 11:40 IST

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YashoBhoomi Inauguration LIVE Updates: Major events are lined up for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 73rd birthday. PM Modi is set to inaugurate India International Convention Expo Centre (IICC) called ‘YashoBhoomi’ in Delhi’s Dwarka. He will also be inaugurating the extension of the Delhi Airport Metro Express line from Dwarka Sector 21 to a new metro station at Dwarka Sector 25 near ‘YashoBhoomi’. Heavy traffic restrictions and security arrangements are in place ahead of the inauguration. Delhi Traffic Police said the route from NH-48 to Nirmal Dham Nala (UER II) will be affected during the whole day.

Sep 17, 2023 11:40 IST

Yashbhoomi Inauguration LIVE: Watch PM Modi Unveil The Extended Express Line

PM Modi inaugurated the newly extended Delhi airport metro line.

Sep 17, 2023 11:37 IST

Yashbhoomi Inauguration LIVE: PM Modi Travels in Metro, Interacts with People

After inaugurating the airport line extension, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday took a ride in the metro and interacted with people on the way.

Sep 17, 2023 11:32 IST

Yashbhoomi Inauguration LIVE: PM Modi Oversees Delhi Airport Express Line Extension

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the extension of the Delhi Airport Metro Express line from Dwarka Sector 21 to a new metro station at Dwarka Sector 25 near ‘YashoBhoomi’.

 

 

Sep 17, 2023 10:50 IST

PM Modi Turns 73: Children Celebrate PM Modi's Birthday in West Bengal

Children dressed up as PM Modi celebrate his birthday on Sunday.

Sep 17, 2023 09:51 IST

Modi Birthday Updates: Rajnath Singh Extends Wishes, Says PM Increased India's Prestige in World

Union Defence minister Rajnath Singh wished the prime minister and called him the “successful and hard-working Prime Minister of India.”

“He has not only given a new identity to India but has also increased its prestige in the entire world,” Rajnath said.

Sep 17, 2023 09:48 IST

PM Modi Turns 73: He Changed Scale and Size of Country's Thinking, Says Amit Shah

“A rare combination of leadership, sensitivity and hard work is seen in Modi ji,” Union Home Minister Amit Shah said as he wished PM Modi.

“Narendra Modi Ji has changed the scale and size of the country’s thinking, due to which whether it is the making of Corona vaccine or the success of Chandrayaan-3, today our tricolor is flying proudly all over the world,” Shah posted on X.

Sep 17, 2023 09:21 IST

PM Modi's Birthday LIVE: President Murmu Extends Wishes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 73 on Sunday, and leaders from across the nation extend their wishes to him.

President Droupadi Murmu wished PM Modi and wished for a “far-reaching vision and strong leadership” under him. Taking to X (formally Twitter), she said, “I wish that with your far-reaching vision and strong leadership, you pave the way for the overall development of India in the ‘Amrit Kaal’. I pray to God that you always remain healthy and happy and continue to benefit the countrymen with your amazing leadership.”

Sep 17, 2023 09:08 IST

Yashbhoomi Inauguration LIVE: Delhi Metro to Increase Operational Speed on Airport Express Line

Delhi Metro will also increase the operational speed of Metro trains on the Airport Express Line from 90 to 120 km/hr reducing the travel time.

The total journey from New Delhi to YashoBhoomi Dwarka Sector 25 will take about 21 minutes. The centre is located 10 km away from Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport.

Sep 17, 2023 08:44 IST

Yashbhoomi Inauguration LIVE: Delhi Airport Metro Express To be Extended

PM Modi will also dedicate the extension of the Delhi Airport Metro Express line from Dwarka Sector 21 to a new metro station at Dwarka Sector 25 near ‘YashoBhoomi’.

Sep 17, 2023 08:38 IST

Yashbhoomi Inauguration LIVE: Unique Petal Ceiling, 2,500 Guests | Some Features of The Grand Ballroom

The Grand Ballroom at the Yashbhoomi has a unique petal ceiling and can host around 2,500 guests. It also has an extended open area that can seat up to 500 people.

The 13 meeting rooms that are spread across eight floors are envisaged to hold a variety of meetings of different scales.

 

 

Yashbhoomi Inauguration LIVE: Unique Petal Ceiling, 2,500 Guests | Some Features of The Grand Ballroom

 

Sep 17, 2023 08:33 IST

Yashbhoomi Inauguration LIVE: See Visuals of the Convention Centre

Sep 17, 2023 08:07 IST

Yashbhoomi Inauguration LIVE: Check Alternate Routes Amid Traffic Advisory

As Delhi police issues advisory, here are alternate routes to take Instead

🔺For those travelling from NH-8 to Najafgarh: Utilise Bijwasan Najafgarh road. 🔺If coming via NH-48 from Najafgarh/Dwarka: Take a left turn at Dhuldiras Chowk towards Dwarka Sector-23 and access road No.224. 🔺Commuters headed from Dwarka to Gurugram: Use Dhulsiras Road leading to Bamnoli Village, and then take Najafgarh Bijwasan road. 🔺Residents of Dwarka sub-city and west Delhi: Can take the Palam flyover to reach their intended destinations.

Sep 17, 2023 07:58 IST

Yashbhoomi Inauguration LIVE: Delhi Police Issues Traffic Advisory Ahead of Launch

The Delhi Traffic Police issued an advisory ahead of the inauguration of the India International Convention & Expo Centre (IICEC) or ‘Yashobhoomi’ by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi’s Dwarka on Sunday.

Delhi Traffic Police said the route from National Highway-48 to Nirmal Dham Nala (UER II) will be affected during the whole day.

Sep 17, 2023 07:53 IST

YashoBhoomi Inauguration LIVE: 15 Convention Rooms, India's Largest LED Media Facade & More

Built across more than 73,000 square metres of area, the Convention Centre comprises 15 convention rooms including the Main Auditorium, the Grand Ballroom and 13 meeting rooms with a total capacity of holding 11,000 delegates. It has the largest LED media facade in the country.

Sep 17, 2023 07:44 IST

PM Modi in Dwarka LIVE: What is The Yashobhoomi Project?

With a total project area of over 8.9 lakh square metres and a total built-up area of more than 1.8 lakh square metres, ‘YashoBhoomi’ will find its place among the world’s largest MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) facilities.

Sep 17, 2023 07:39 IST

YashoBhoomi Inauguration LIVE: 'It Will Draw Delegates From Around World,' Says PM Modi

Taking to X (formally Twitter), PM Modi said, “I am confident this will be a very sought after destination for conferences and meetings. It will draw delegates from all around the world.”

“You all will also be happy to know that Yashobhoomi is also going to be synonymous with sustainability. It has a modern wastewater treatment system, there are provisions for rainwater harvesting and the complex has received Platinum certification from Indian Green Building Council. A new Metro station, ‘Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector 25’ will also be inaugurated thus linking this iconic venue with the Delhi Metro Airport Express,” he added.

Sep 17, 2023 07:38 IST

YashoBhoomi Inauguration LIVE: PM Modi to Inaugurate Mega Convention Centre at 11 AM

PM Modi will inaugurate Phase 1 of the India International Convention and Expo Centre (IICC), also known as ‘Yashobhoomi’ on Sunday.