Project Brief Ppp

Magadh University, Bodh Gaya, India Project Brief of proposed International Convention Center

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Project: Development of International Convention Center at Bodh Gaya with PPP

PROJECT BRIEF August 2010 PROJECT ADVISORS:

IL&FS Infrastructure Development Corp Ltd 2nd Floor, Ambience Corporate Tower, Ambience Mall, Ambience Island, National Highway – 8, Gurgaon, Haryana – 122 001

MAGADH UNIVERSITY, BODH GAYA, BIHAR


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1.0 PROJECT BACKGROUND

This project envisages the setting up of an International Convention Center (ICC) at

Magadh University (MU) in Bodh-Gaya, Bihar, India. The convention center would be

within the precincts of land owned by the Magadh University and would be

operationalised on a Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) model with the help of private

investors, in accordance with rules and regulations laid down by the Government of

Bihar. Once operational, the convention center would house a convention facility of

international standards. Closely integrated with the convention center would be

accommodation of mid-market and luxury categories, and an arts and craft village.

The ICC at Bodh Gaya is envisaged to be a world class convention facility at a World

Heritage Site which is mostly visited by Buddhist countries such as Japan, China,

Singapore, Indonesia and Sri Lanka. With a future oriented development at an

attractive location in Bodh Gaya with allied quality hospitality infrastructure

demands, such a facility would be cherished for a long time by the people and visitors

of this holy city.

MU invites expression of Interest from Developers for Planning, Design, Finance,

Construction, Marketing, Operation and Maintenance of the proposed Project on BOT

basis. The Project would be set up in 25.2 acres of Land at Magadh University, Bodh

Gaya. The land will be provided by Magadh University (MU), to the Preferred

Bidder/Authorisee on lease of 30 (thirty) years (including construction period) with a

provision of one–time renewal for another 30 (thirty) years.

MU Proposes to set up the Project with the intent of exposing its students and

teaching community to an international audience by hosting

conventions/seminars/expos of national and international scale.


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2.0 LOCATION ANALYSIS:

Bihar, the ancient land of Buddha, has witnessed golden period of Indian history. The

state has its capital at Patna, which is situated on the bank of the holy river Ganga.

Bodh Gaya has been a place of supreme importance for Buddhist religion, for more

than 2500 years.

Magadh University, formed in 1961 by the Government of Bihar has been an important

educational center at Bodh Gaya ever since. The university has a strategic location in

Bodh Gaya and is only 3-4 kms from the Mahabodhi temple, a UNESCO-declared World

Heritage Site.


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The Magadh University, Bodh Gaya has a vision of organizing academic Conventions of

global standards on its campus. The University Syndicate and the University Senate,

the Supreme authority of the university, have approved the idea of establishing an

International Convention Center with a Public Private Partnership. Subsequently, the

Magadh University has also got the approval/NOC to the project from His Excellency

Governor-cum-Chancellor of the Universities of Bihar, the State Government and the

local administration,


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3.0 PROJECT RATIONALE

Bodh Gaya presents a number of lucrative opportunities to a potential investor. Some

critical success factors that point to the potential of any project in Bodh Gaya include

the following:

a) The Potential Investor Perspective:

• The epicenter of Buddhism- Bodh Gaya: Bodh Gaya is the epicenter of Buddhism

as well as is the strategic locus of the Buddhist circuit consisting of Rajgir,

Nalanda, Vaishali, Patna, Pawapuri, and Kesaria. It acts as a point of entry and

exit for visitors specially Buddhist Tourists from major South East Asian nations.

• UN World Heritage Site: The Mahabodhi temple at Bodh Gaya, India has been

accorded the status of a World Heritage Site, recognition offered to rare sites that

are of ‘outstanding value to humanity’. The declaration has helped this epitome of

Buddhist faith to avail UNESCO funds for conservation, protection and

maintenance on a sustainable basis.

• Potential International tourist hub: Statistics from various sources indicate that

Bodh Gaya has always played host to a large number of international tourists as a

key Buddhist destination. A study undertaken by the Ministry of Tourism on Bihar’s

tourist traffic revealed that foreign tourists who visited Buddhist destinations

more than 60% of tourists visitBodh Gaya. Almost 80% of these foreign tourists

came from Asia, primarily from Buddhist nations like Japan, Korea and rest of

South-East Asia. This number may be safely assumed to have risen since 2005.


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• Accessibility: Bodh Gaya has excellent connectivity within India by road and rail.

It is an important junction between Delhi and Calcutta both by road (Golden

Quadrilateral) and rail (Grand Chord).

But, the USP of any infrastructure project in Bodh Gaya is the connectivity through

the Gaya airport which currently has direct flights from Bangkok (Thailand),

Rangoon (Burma), Dhaka (Bangladesh), Paro (Bhutan), Colombo (SriLanka) as well

as all the major cities of India. The Gaya airport currently operates more than 800

flights annually. It is also increasingly ramping up its airport capacity to cater to a

large international tourist base.

b) The Magadh University Perspective:

The location of Magadh University at Bodh Gaya has always given it, an opportunity to

be a global education hub. But, the existing infrastructure available at the university,

does not match its potential. An International Convention Center at the proposed site

in the Magadh University campus would bring a host of benefits to the University and

Bodh Gaya, as a whole. The proposed ICC has the strengthen of potential to put Bodh

Gaya on the international tourist map, as well as, be an important infrastructure of

the Magadh University, in owning a world-class convention center. Some of the

anticipated benefits to the Magadh University would include the following:

• World-class convention centre at no capital investments

• World-class facility available for operation and maintenance by operators of

repute, on a sustainable basis

• Unproductive asset (land) converted to a productive asset for university

• Lease rental & revenue sharing by operator

• Enhancement of the image of University to international standards

• Access to international audience that would foster greater knowledge sharing


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c) The Government of Bihar Perspective –

As the state of Bihar surges ahead with development, there is enormous Tourism

potential of the State, which have not been addressed to its strength. The proposed

project will be the first International Convention Centre and potentially among the

largest private investment in Bihar, developed on PPP.

• Multiplier effect on Tourism in Bodh Gaya and Bihar

• Complimentary support to Bodh Gaya – would foster improved connectivity

levels with the rest of the world

• Sustainable source of income from an international audience primarily from the

south-east Asian nations affiliated to Buddhism

• Much needed thrust & attention to the heritage and urbanity of Gaya district

4.0 SITE LOCATION:-


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5.0 SITE MEASUREMENT:-

5.0 ARIAL IMAGE OF THE SITE:-


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6.0 PROPOSED PROJECT COMPONENTS

The proposed project would consist of the following components:

1. Convention & Exhibition Centre (C&EC): The C&EC would have the

facility to host meetings/conferences for more than 2000 delegates at a

single time. The proposed facilities in the C&EC are summarized in

Clause 7 below.

2. Accommodation: To cater to the accommodation needs of various

delegates (local and international), it is proposed to develop two types

of accommodations: Deluxe accommodation and Budget accommodation

with capacity for 100 and 200 pax respectively.

3. Art & Craft Village: In addition to C&EC and accommodation facilities,

the project proposes an arts and crafts bazaar that would provide a

boost to the local artisans and the characteristic handicrafts of Bodh

Gaya.

Schematic Plan of the proposed ICC Key Results

Project Cost: 2 INR 2435.51

million Project Area: INR 25.2 acres Concession Period: 60 years (including 3 years of Construction)

Obligation of Developer:-

In addition to the benefits of an ICC within its campus, Magadh University

expects the following long-term financial benefits from the Project:


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a) Upfront Land Payment: An upfront payment of INR 50 million to Magadh

University will be made by the developer before the start of concession.

b) Annual Payments: The annual payments would be made to Magadh

University in the form of lease rent. This would include reserve annual

payment would be calculated and fixed. An additional annual payment to

be quoted by the highest bidder.

c) Complimentary Facilities: Apart from the above payments, the developer

would also be advised to provide the following facilities on annual basis to

Magadh University:

5 days of convention / Exhibition space in the 1st year of operations

9 days of convention / Exhibition space in the 2nd year of operations

14 days of convention / Exhibition space in the subsequent years

10 Rooms of Deluxe & 20 Rooms of Budget Accommodation for the

convention days


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7.0 PROJECT SUMMARY

SN. Key Information Details

1. Project Title International Convention Centre, Bodh Gaya

2. Location Magadh University, Bodh Gaya, Gaya District, Bihar, India

3. Grantor of Authorization

Magadh University

4. Nodal Department for project

Magadh University

5. Project Site Area 25.2 Acres

6. Existing Development Guidelines

• Permissible FSI – 0.6

• Maximum Permissible Ground Coverage – 30%

(Note: The Bidder is required to check the applicable guidelines independently from the concerned development authority.).

7. Proposed Project Components

I. International Convention Centre Facility: Estimated to be spread over a total area of 11.33 acre (45,870 sq.m), it is proposed to have the following facilities: a) Plenary hall with retractable seating for 1000

delegates b) Hitech convention hall with a 500-seater

capacity c) Meeting rooms, numbering six, with a total

capacity of 420 delegates d) Board rooms, numbering two and seating 45

delegates and VVIP rooms/lounges e) Exhibition space f) Public area (reception, public toilets)

II. Accommodation Facility: a) Mid-Market accommodation: Estimated to be

spread over 6.5 acre (26,316 sq.m), the mid market accommodation should be able to house 200 rooms for delegates.


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b) Deluxe accommodation: Estimated to be spread over 5 acres (20,243 sq.m), the deluxe/premium accommodation would accommodate 100 rooms for delegates.

III. Craft Village: Estimated to be spread over an

area of 2.37 acre (9595 sq m) to provide a boost to the local artisans and handicrafts. In addition to the craft bazaar, it would also include a food court and Car Parking facility. Any other development as per the applicable byelaws can also be developed.

8. Minimum Development Obligations

International Convention Centre with minimum facilities as indicated in para 7 (I) above.

Accommodation facility with minimum 50 rooms in either deluxe or mid-market category.

Support Infrastructure and On Site infrastructure including development of internal road network, parking areas, security, air conditioning, Sewage Treatment Plant (STP), landscaping and other services required for the Project complying with the minimum applicable standards / norms.

9. Estimated Project Cost

International Convention Centre &

Exhibition Centre

INR 779.77 Million

Hotel INR 1092.99 Million

Craft Village INR 123.40 Million

Preliminary & Pre-Operatives including IDC

INR 438.85 Million

Total Cost INR 2435.51 Million

10. Technical Specification

As per applicable BIS Codes and other Indian Standards and International Standards

11. Institutional Special Purpose Company (SPC) incorporated under


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Structure for Implementation

the Companies Act, 1956

In case of single firm being the ‘Preferred bidder”, SPC formation would not be mandatory.

12. Authorisation Format

Build, Operate and Transfer (BOT)

13. Authorisation Period

30 (thirty) years (including construction period) from the Compliance Date with provision of a one-time renewal for another 30 (thirty) years subject to the non-breach of any condition/obligation of the developer under the Authorisation Agreement.

14. Construction Period

Maximum 36 (Thirty-six) months from Compliance Date

15. Compliance Date Six (6) months from the date of Authorisation Agreement

8.0 CONTACT PERSONS FOR PROJECT DETAILS:

• Prof. Arvind Kumar, Vice Chancellor, Magadh University, Bodh-Gaya – 824 234 E-mail – [email protected]

• Dr. Bishwa Nath Singh, CCDC, Magadh University, Bodh-Gaya - 824 234 Mobile: 09430200070

• Mr. Vikash Chandra, Project Manager, IL&FS IDC, Gurgaon

(+91 99115 64000), [email protected]

• Mr. Deepten Chatterjee, Asst. Manager, IL&FS IDC, Gurgaon

(+91 98710 57111), [email protected]

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