Thoothukudi Corporation Convention Centre is a municipal event venue in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, developed as part of the city’s Smart City initiatives. It is designed to host civic functions, cultural programs, conferences, meetings, and community events, providing a modern public gathering space within the city.

Key features

The convention centre was planned on a site of approximately 1,912 square meters (0.47 acre) with a multi-level layout that includes:

• Basement: Parking for approximately 21 cars and 39 two-wheelers.

• Ground floor: Kitchen, dining area, storage rooms, and separate restrooms.

• First floor: Main auditorium with a stage, green room, storage, and seating for 364 people.

• Second floor: Balcony seating for an additional 166 people.

• Head room/service area: Approximately 480 square meters.

Development

The project was undertaken under the Thoothukudi Smart City program with an estimated cost of ₹10.76 crore. Public project information indicated a planned completion date of 30 April 2022, though the publicly available project page does not confirm the final completion or commissioning status.

Location

The convention centre is located at:

R45X+VFW, Therespuram – Aandal Street Connection Road, Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu 628002, India.

Its location places it within the urban area of Thoothukudi, making it accessible for municipal events and community gatherings. Thoothukudi itself is a major port city and the headquarters of Thoothukudi District.

Good to know

• Primary use: Public events, conventions, seminars, cultural programs, and official functions.

• Facilities: Auditorium, stage, green room, dining space, kitchen, and on-site parking.

• Ownership: Developed by the Thoothukudi municipal administration under the Smart City Mission.

• Capacity: Approximately 530 seats in total (364 on the main floor and 166 in the balcony).