Jaipur is set to take center stage on the global entertainment map as the city prepares to host the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards 2025 at the Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre (JECC), managed by Accor on 8th and 9th March 2025. While day 1 will have IIFA Digital Awards, day 2, on 9th March, people will get to enjoy IIFA Awards. As a prelude to the grand event, IIFA organizers will hold an exclusive press conference at Mugdha: The Grand Ballroom at Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre, on March 8, 2025.
The IIFA team is working tirelessly to complete the grand stage, spanning an impressive 120 by 80 feet, designed as a tribute to Rajasthan’s rich culture and heritage. The organizers have planned a seating capacity of 15,000 people.
Speaking about this milestone, Manuj Ralhan, General Manager of Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre & JECC-Managed by Accor, said, “Jaipur’s selection as the host city for IIFA 2025 is a defining moment, not only for our venue but for the entire city. This event will bring international recognition, drive tourism, and open up immense business opportunities, positioning Jaipur as a global hub for world-class events. We are honored to play a pivotal role in this journey, providing the infrastructure and expertise to execute an event of this magnitude flawlessly.”
He further added, “The decision to bring IIFA to Jaipur was driven by the city’s growing reputation as a premier destination for large-scale international events. A key factor that solidified JECC’s selection was the phenomenal success of the Diljit Dosanjh Dil-Luminati concert, which took place at the JECC grounds in November 2024. With an attendance of nearly 27,000, the event demonstrated the venue’s capability to handle high-profile productions seamlessly, reinforcing the organiser’s confidence in our infrastructure, logistical expertise, and ability to deliver world-class experiences.”
Echoing this sentiment, Projjwal Ghosh, Director of Sales & Marketing, NJCC & JECC, added, “IIFA 2025 will be a game-changer for Jaipur’s hospitality and tourism industries. The economic impact of an event of this scale is immense, bringing a surge in global visitors, media attention, and business opportunities. Our commitment to sustainability further aligns with IIFA’s Green Challenge, ensuring that we host an event that is not only spectacular but also responsible.”
This year, as part of the IIFA Green Challenge, a goal has been set to plant 10 million trees over the next year. At JECC, the organizers will establish a dedicated green space called the IIFA Garden, where celebrities, event organizers, government representatives, and officials from Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre and JECC—managed by Accor—will participate in a tree-planting initiative.
About Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre and JECC – Managed by Accor
The Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre is conveniently located in Sitapura, Jaipur, just a 15-minute drive from Jaipur International Airport. Featuring 226 modern rooms, a grand ballroom equipped with advanced technology and 740 retractable chairs, along with 16 meeting rooms, an outdoor pool, and the all-day dining multi-cuisine restaurant, Food Exchange, this hotel offers a delightful experience for both business and leisure travelers.
The property is connected to the Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre (JECC), one of the largest pillarless exhibition, convention, and entertainment venues, spanning 42 acres. It boasts two pillarless halls, each measuring 106,372 sq. ft. with a ceiling height of 43 feet, and a seating capacity of over 18,000. Together, NJCC and JECC- managed by Accor, create a sprawling complex ideal for MICE, weddings, and tailored events.
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