Lecture Room 1 (Annexe Building)
55 guests max
Delhi, India, India
The Multipurpose Hall at the Kamaladevi Complex is one of the India International Centre's most versatile event spaces, designed to serve a wide range of gatherings within one of Delhi's most respected cultural institutions. The IIC has long been a gathering place for India's intellectual, artistic, and policy communities, and the Kamaladevi Complex — named after the pioneering social reformer and arts patron Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay — carries that legacy forward. The hall itself reflects the understated, functional elegance that defines IIC's architectural sensibility: no excessive ornamentation, but a setting that lends quiet authority to any occasion held within it.
The space is suited to configurations that demand flexibility. Whether arranged theatre-style for a panel discussion or lecture, classroom-style for a seminar, or with rounds for a workshop or social gathering, the hall adapts readily to the requirements of the event. This adaptability makes it equally appropriate for academic conferences, cultural programmes, book launches, corporate seminars, institutional meetings, and small-to-mid-scale private functions. The Kamaladevi Complex is a later addition to the original IIC campus, and the Multipurpose Hall within it was conceived specifically to extend the centre's capacity for concurrent programming.
The Multipurpose Hall is a natural fit for the kinds of events that the IIC's membership and external guests have long sought: intellectually engaged, professionally curated, and community-oriented. Organisations working in policy, arts, education, publishing, and the social sector find the hall particularly well-aligned with their programming needs, given the IIC's own institutional identity and its established network of scholars, diplomats, artists, and civil society leaders.
Corporate clients booking the space benefit from the credibility that the IIC address lends to a conference or seminar. The hall's managed, professional environment — with attentive venue staff and the centre's in-house catering available for teas, lunches, and receptions — makes it suitable for day-long programmes as well as shorter sessions. Cultural organisations and NGOs regularly use the space for lectures, film screenings, and panel events. The hall can also accommodate small social celebrations consistent with IIC's norms and guidelines for member and guest use.
The India International Centre sits in Lodhi Estate, one of central Delhi's most leafy and historically significant neighbourhoods, close to the Lodhi Garden and within easy reach of the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri. The location is well connected to Khan Market, the India Habitat Centre, and several government ministry offices, making it convenient for attendees arriving from across the central and south-central parts of the city.
The nearest metro connectivity is via the Violet Line, with Jor Bagh and Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium stations providing access points. The area is served by auto-rickshaws and app-based cabs, and the IIC campus has parking available for guests. For events drawing attendees from across Delhi NCR, the campus's position between Lutyens' Delhi and the institutional district of Lodhi Road offers a central, accessible, and prestigious setting that few alternatives in the city can match.
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The Multipurpose Hall is well suited to seminars, conferences, panel discussions, lectures, book launches, cultural programmes, film screenings, workshops, and institutional meetings. Corporate, academic, NGO, and cultural organisations regularly use the space. Social gatherings may also be hosted, subject to IIC's guidelines for member and guest use.
India International Centre primarily serves its members, but external organisations and individuals can book event spaces subject to availability and IIC's booking policies. Non-members are advised to contact the IIC events office directly to confirm eligibility and any associated conditions for using the Kamaladevi Complex facilities.
The hall supports multiple configurations including theatre-style, classroom-style, and round-table or workshop arrangements, making it flexible for a variety of event formats. The specific layout best suited to an event can be discussed with the IIC venue team at the time of booking.
The India International Centre has its own in-house catering service, which can provide teas, lunches, dinners, and reception refreshments for events held on campus. Whether external catering is permitted should be confirmed with the IIC events team, as the centre typically works through its own food and beverage arrangements.
Technical and AV requirements for events at the IIC can be discussed with the venue's events team during the booking process. Availability of specific equipment such as projectors, microphones, or screens should be confirmed directly with the centre, as configurations may vary depending on the event and the setup requested.
The Kamaladevi Complex is a distinct, later addition to the original IIC campus and was designed specifically to expand the centre's capacity for concurrent programming. The Multipurpose Hall within it is conceived for flexibility, making it distinct from more formal or fixed-layout spaces elsewhere on campus. It is particularly suited to events that require adaptable seating and a functional, professional setting.
The India International Centre is located in Lodhi Estate, central Delhi. The Kamaladevi Complex is part of the IIC campus, and guests arriving for the first time are encouraged to confirm the specific entrance point with the centre. The nearest metro stations are Jor Bagh and Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on the Violet Line, and the campus is also accessible by auto-rickshaw and app-based cab services.
Parking is available at the India International Centre campus for event guests. For larger events where significant numbers of vehicles are expected, it is advisable to check parking capacity and any special arrangements with the IIC events team in advance.
The India International Centre in Lodhi Estate is situated close to Lodhi Garden and within easy reach of Khan Market, India Habitat Centre, and the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri. Its central position makes it convenient for attendees travelling from Lutyens' Delhi, the institutional district along Lodhi Road, and many south and central Delhi localities.
The Kamaladevi Complex is named in honour of Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay, the pioneering Indian social reformer, freedom fighter, and arts patron who played a defining role in reviving India's traditional crafts and performing arts. The naming reflects the IIC's broader commitment to culture, scholarship, and public life. Hosting an event in the complex carries an association with that legacy of intellectual and artistic engagement.
Interest in hybrid event formats has grown significantly, and requirements for live streaming, video conferencing, or recording should be discussed with the IIC venue team when making a booking enquiry. Whether the hall's in-built infrastructure supports hybrid setups, or whether external technical vendors need to be arranged, is best confirmed directly with the centre.
The IIC campus is a busy and sought-after venue, particularly for academic, cultural, and policy events, so early enquiry is advisable. The events office can advise on current availability and the booking lead time required for the Multipurpose Hall specifically. Prospective organisers are encouraged to reach out well ahead of their preferred dates.
Cancellation and rescheduling terms are set by the India International Centre's events administration and may vary depending on the type of booking and how far in advance the change is requested. Prospective organisers should request full details of these terms from the IIC events team before confirming a booking.
The Kamaladevi Complex is part of a campus that accommodates a diverse range of visitors including senior academics, diplomats, and guests with varying mobility requirements. Specific accessibility features of the Multipurpose Hall, such as lift access, ramp availability, and accessible restrooms, should be confirmed with the IIC venue team prior to booking.
Booking enquiries for the Multipurpose Hall at the Kamaladevi Complex can be directed to the India International Centre's events office through the official website at iicdelhi.in. The events team can provide information on availability, pricing, catering options, and any conditions applicable to the specific type of event being planned.
