Priti Khanna

MCI Chairperson India

Maharashtra has been the most sought after destination for domestic MICE as it offers a varied range of cities with their own set of attractions like Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nasik etc. Accessibility from both the halves of the country has also been a considerable reason in the state’s popularity. Cosmopolitan culture and food also contribute significantly to the usage of Maharashtra as the MICE destination.

MICE OFFERINGS

The Dhirubhai Ambani International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DAICEC), Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai is the new upcoming project, which will be one of the largest facility in the country. This is a mixed development project that will include retail space, service apartments and hospitality facilities. Pune International Exhibition and Convention Centre, Moshi (PIECC), Pimpri Chinchwad New Town Development Authority’s (PCNTDA) most awaited and ambitious project, may become a reality too.

LIQUOR POLICY OF THE STATE

Maharashtra has no restriction regards liquor. Taxes are levied on goods that are for sale. In case of material for events and exhibitions a declaration has to be given to the concerned authorities regarding the value and the fact that these goods are not for sale so no taxes should be levied.

TIER -2 CITIES ECONOMICALLY SUITABLE

It is economically viable to conduct events in tier 2 cities because of: Cost of accommodation; Food cost and hall rentals are cheaper as compared to Mumbai. The transportation cost and travel timings are also lesser.

PUNE BARS OPEN TILL 4 AM

Pune is only one of the few cities in India that allows pubs to be open till late in the night, extending till 4 a.m. in the morning.

Pune is only one of the few cities in India that allows pubs to be open till late in the night