Bandra-Worli Sea link connecting BKC and South Mumbai JWCC at a Glance
Area: Spanning over 1.03 million sqm
Destination: Housed within a mixed-use development Jio World Centre that includes a multi- disciplinary cultural centre, a luxury retail complex and diverse dining experiences.
Spaces:
- Three Exhibition Halls spanning over 15,000 sqm
- Two Pillarless Convention halls spanning over 10,000 sqm
- A Majestic Ballroom spanning 3,000 sqm
- 27 Meeting Suites and Lounges
- 5000+ car parking
- 39 Loading & Unloading Bays
- World’s largest passenger elevator with an area of 26 sqm
Sustainability: Jio World Centre is a LEED Platinum- certified precinct, with 75% of area illuminated by natural daylight, 30 % energy savings optimised through energy efficient measures, zero-discharge water recycling, in-house composting and EV charging points in the parking.
Access: Located in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex – 5 minutes from the nearest metro station, 20 minutes from the airport, surrounded by 5-star hotels.
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Mumbai’s appeal goes far beyond its skyline of corporate towers. It is home to India’s most prestigious research and academic institutions, including IIT Bombay and the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, as well as to major players in finance, media, healthcare, and technology. The city contributes nearly 6% of India’s GDP making it the commercial capital of a nation that is now the world’s fourth-largest and fastest growing economy.
Over the years, India has made significant headways across key sectors being the 3rd largest Pharma market globally, the 3rd largest Digital economy globally, the 2nd largest Mobile subscriber base, and the world’s largest Mobile data consumer. Additionally, India’s healthcare industry is currently estimated to be USD 600 billion by end of 2025. This concentration of disciplines has made the city one of Asia’s most significant think tanks, where public policy dialogues meet start-up innovation and industrial know-how.
For associations, hosting a congress in Mumbai means tapping directly into this intellectual capital. It offers an opportunity to grow membership in one of the world’s fastest-expanding markets, engage deeply with local chapters, and connect with new generations of professionals shaping their sectors from within India’s economic network.
At the epicentre of this transformation are two significant milestones that have shaped the way the city and the state host events – the launch of the Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC) in March 2022 and recent announcement of the Maharashtra Convention Bureau (MCB) at IMEX Frankfurt in May 2025.
JWCC is at the core of India’s Global MICE Vision
Jio World Convention Centre, a venue envisioned to bring the best of India and the world together is an epicentre for culture, community, and collaboration, acting as a catalyst for growth and innovation.
Located in the city’s central business district – Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) – JWCC spans over one hundred thousand square metres making it one of India’s largest and most advanced convention facilities, purpose-built to host international congresses, exhibitions, and large-scale conventions.
In the past JWCC has hosted globally significant events, including the World Congress of Accountants, G20 Summit Meetings, the International Olympic Committee’s 2023 session, Miss World Grand Finale 2024, the 11th Indian Association Congress, WAVES Summit 2025, and the annual Global Fintech Fest , among many others.
The Centre’s growing popularity as a preferred business events venue is further highlighted by the upcoming array of prominent events such as the Asian Seed Congress 2025, the International Federation of Landscape Architects Asia- Pacific Regional Congress 2025, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names & Numbers (ICANN) 2026, the International Baccalaureate Global Conference 2026, the 35th International Congress on Occupational Health 2027, the UIA International Architecture Forum 2027 and the SICOT Orthopaedic World Congress 2030.
The above events are a testament that the Mumbai offers association events a seamless blend of culture, commerce and entertainment thereby providing a holistic experience that extends much beyond the convention arena.
Maharashtra Convention Bureau
The announcement of the Maharashtra Convention Bureau (MCB) during IMEX Frankfurt 2025 marked a unique moment in India’s MICE journey. The Bureau aims to position Maharashtra as a gateway for international meetings and association events. This is the first state-led initiative focused on cementing the state’s position as a compelling destination for global conventions, exhibitions, and business events. Beyond Mumbai, the bureau’s remit extends across Maharashtra, encompassing cities such as Pune, Nagpur and Nashik as extended hinterland within a connected ecosystem.
The objective of the bureau is to facilitate collaboration between the public sector, private industry, and international event organisers, creating a streamlined ecosystem that attracts high-impact conventions. The initiative also highlights the state’s recognition that business events are not merely economic drivers but also vehicles for knowledge transfer, investment, and social progress. It aligns with Maharashtra’s Tourism Policy 2024, reinforcing business events tourism
as a strategic pillar in boosting the visitor economy.
By convening in Maharashtra, associations team up with a destination that measures success in the knowledge, partnerships, and legacies their events leave behind. With world-class infrastructure and unmatched connectivity, Maharashtra is ready to lead India’s MICE revolution.