New Delhi, 23 July 2025 The Delhi Government is taking bold steps to redefine the capital not just as a political center, but as a Global Event Hub focused on creativity, entertainment, and soft power. A high-level roundtable chaired by Hon’ble Minister Shri Kapil Mishra brought together senior officials and major event industry leaders to shape a future-ready policy under the PPP model. The discussion aimed to make Delhi a key player in global cultural leadership by promoting sectors like art, cinema, music, literature and fashion.
Central to the discussions was the upcoming launch of a Digital Single Window Clearance System to streamline permissions for organizers. Suggestions included easing GST norms for destination weddings, simplifying event permissions at heritage sites, and improving access to government venues with fair rental practices. Stakeholders also highlighted the lack of affordable, world-class venues and proposed using vacant public lands and showcasing state-sponsored events on commercial platforms like BookMyShow.
Shri Kapil Mishra assured attendees of full government support, stating that upcoming reforms would ensure transparency in venue allocations and encourage private-sector partnerships. He emphasized the potential of Delhi’s 70–80 heritage sites for hosting cultural and private events and pledged to raise key issues with the Hon’ble Chief Minister. He concluded by reaffirming the city’s transformation under the ‘Branding Delhi’ initiative and confirmed a follow-up meeting to carry the dialogue forward.
Samit Garg, EEMA President and Director of E-Factor Experiences, said, “This gathering marks a pivotal moment in our journey to transform Delhi into a global hub for events. We are honored to spearhead this initiative, aligning with the city’s vision to become an event-friendly metropolis. With our collective expertise and unwavering commitment, we aim to elevate Delhi’s stature on the world stage of event destinations.”
Rajeev Jain, Chair of the Entertainment Committee at PHDCCI and Founder Director of Rashi Entertainment, said that “With robust support from Delhi Tourism and the government, our industry stands ready to usher in a new era of events in the capital. Together, we are poised to enhance Delhi’s appeal as a vibrant, event-friendly city, attracting global attention and fostering economic growth through world-class events.”
The meeting was attended by officials from the Department of Tourism, Art, Culture & Language and key figures from the Event and Entertainment Management Association (EEMA), Saregama, BookMyShow, Zomato, Lakshya Live, Eva Live, Team Works, Vibgyor, CS Direct and other major organizations.