Building a Landmark, VRC Group’s Convention Center at ONGC, Goa
Goa is ready to add a world class venue to its event and business ecosystem. VRC Group is executing Composite Works, Package A for the Convention Center at ONGC, Goa, a large-scale development designed to host major conventions, exhibitions, and high profile gatherings. The project value is ₹440.03 crore, and it is positioned to become a signature destination for national and international events.
What the Venue Includes
The development brings together a comprehensive mix of public, back of house, and guest facing spaces so that large events run smoothly from arrival to closing session.
- Convention Centre auditorium with 5,000 seats, planned for large national and international conventions.
- Expansive Exhibition Hall with a generous foyer for circulation and displays.
- Entrance and Registration Hall for streamlined check in and crowd management.
- Cafeteria and Kitchen, Administrative Offices, and a Back Stage zone to support the main auditorium.
- Dedicated areas for dignitaries, plus Entrance Plaza, terraces, and ample public amenities including toilets and drinking water points.
VRC Group’s Composite Scope
VRC’s package covers end to end delivery across civil works, building systems, safety engineering, and technology integration. The aim is reliability, comfort, and operational efficiency from day one.
- Civil, Structural, and Architectural works for the core build and finishes.
- Internal and External Electrification to power all spaces and systems.
- Public Health Engineering for water supply, drainage, sewerage, and sanitation.
- Water Treatment Plant and Solid Waste Disposal System to meet sustainability goals.
- Life safety systems, including Fire Detection, water based Fire Fighting, and gas based Fire Suppression.
- Mechanical systems, notably HVAC, Elevators, and Façade Cleaning Systems.
- Communication and IT, with Networking, EPABX, VoIP, Security and Surveillance, and X-ray baggage scanners at key control points.
- Solar PV System for energy efficiency and reduced grid dependence.
- Acoustical engineering and treatments to achieve clear and balanced sound in the auditorium and halls.
- Audio Visual systems, including LED screens, digital walls, and LAN to support conferences and exhibitions.
- Furniture, fixtures, and equipment, from office furniture to modular seating for the auditorium.
- Landscaping and horticulture to create welcoming outdoor realms and a cohesive arrival experience.
Delivery Approach
The Convention Center at ONGC Goa by VRC Group applies an integrated execution model, bringing design coordination, systems engineering, and construction sequencing under one umbrella. Composite packaging reduces interfaces, improves accountability, and shortens the path from shell to fully operational venue. Close collaboration with the client team helps align layout, services, and technology with event operator needs. Quality checks, safety protocols, and mock ups are used to validate performance before handover.
Timeline and Current Status
The project carries an estimated construction period of 24 months. As per the official project page, the tender is approved and the work is about to start. This aligns with VRC Group’s track record of delivering complex building projects with clear milestones and defined commissioning plans.
Why this Convention Centre Matters
A 5,000 seat convention facility paired with a full scale exhibition hall can anchor large summits, trade shows, and cultural gatherings. The design provides the circulation, technology, and services that modern events require. With integrated fire safety, acoustics, audio visual systems, and communications, the venue is planned for high reliability and guest comfort. The addition of Solar PV, water treatment, and waste management systems supports efficient operations over the long term.
Closing Note
The Convention Center at ONGC, Goa, is a carefully planned, systems rich development. With civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, safety, IT, and AV scopes consolidated under Composite Works, Package A, VRC Group is set to deliver a venue that is functional, future ready, and built to perform at scale.