TRICHY: Seven years after it was proposed, preliminary work Trichy Trade Centerone conference facilities The trade and industrial exhibition has finally begun.
The project was delayed due to uncertainty over Trichy construction semi-circlewhich will serve as an approach road to the trade hub of Punjab: However, the National Highways Authority of India recently assured (NHAI) allocating funds and completing road work has got the project off the ground.
During his recent visit to the state, Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari pledged around Rs 1,800 crore for the semi-ring project, which will connect five national highways passing through Trichy.
The 45-km-long four-lane road will connect Thuvakudi, Mathur, Punjab, Thayanur and Jiyapuram to enhance connectivity with trading hubs. Minister’s assurance boosts people’s confidence special purpose vehicle (SPV) was formed to construct Trichy Trade Centre.
“We will apply for building planning approval and reserve space for green areas to start Afforestation activities on the Trade Center website. Semi-circle is crucial for mobilization building materialsthe regional government has pledged support.
Although designs for a 2,500-seat trade center and a 700-seat dining area were completed in 2022, approval was delayed due to uncertainty over the road project.
The trade center is also considering reserving space for a conference hall phase two within its 10-acre site. Out of the 200 members of the SPV formed for the project, more than 180 members have provided funds to start construction at an estimated cost of over Rs 11 crore.
“The consultant prepares a Detailed project report The semi-ring (DPR) will be finalized within a month. We are pushing to complete the DPR and start construction work within six months, which will be a controlled access highway, designed for high speed movement From start to finish,” said an NHAI official.
Meanwhile, lack of suitable conference halls in Trichy has been a challenge event organizer. “The existing wedding halls are not enough to host grand events. Convention centers are crucial as people are willing to spend money for private functions,” said event organizer S Arockia Paulraj.
The lack of such facilities also affects property shows and book fairs, which often use wedding halls or school grounds to host events.
