Mr. Sanjay Seth, Vice President & CEO of GRIHA Council and Senior Director at TERI, presented the 4-star green building rating plaque to Shri Pradeep Singh Kharola, IAS (Retd.), CMD of ITPO, for Bharat Mandapam during a felicitation ceremony on 11 February 2025. The event was attended by Shri K.P. Mahadevaswamy, CMD of NBCC (India) Limited, along with other distinguished officials.
Bharat Mandapam, the iconic project of the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), was evaluated based on key sustainability aspects, including energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, water conservation, waste management, occupant well-being, and indoor environmental quality. The assessment also covered thermal, visual, and acoustic comfort, universal accessibility, and climate resilience.
The project stands as a benchmark for sustainable development, incorporating multiple energy-efficient and eco-friendly measures. It achieves a 43.5% reduction in energy consumption through efficient air-conditioning systems, BEE-star-rated equipment, and LED lighting. Additionally, 400 KWp of solar PV panels contribute to a 25% reduction in reliance on grid power for lighting and HVAC systems. Water conservation is a key focus, with a 70% reduction in annual water consumption through low-flow fixtures. More than 60% of the total water demand is met by a 1.1 MLD Sewage Treatment Plant (STP). Waste management is equally prioritized, with 100% of organic waste treated using an Organic Waste Converter (OWC). The project also enhances biodiversity by preserving over 800 mature trees and planting 5,000 native species. Climate resilience is ensured through the use of high-SRI materials and strategic landscaping to mitigate the Urban Heat Island Effect.
Additionally, the design promotes occupant comfort by optimizing daylight usage and ventilation, while smart metering systems and a Building Management System (BMS) enable efficient resource monitoring. Sustainable site planning minimizes urban sprawl and infrastructure stress, while the use of fly-ash-based materials and AAC blocks significantly reduces the building's carbon footprint, reinforcing its commitment to green building principles.
These comprehensive measures have transformed the ITPO complex into a model of sustainable infrastructure development. The redevelopment of the IECC at Pragati Maidan aims to modernize the complex into a world-class exhibition and convention hub, aligning with contemporary sustainability and design standards.
