An international convention centre would be built at the Pondicherry University at a cost of Rs 46 crore.

Foundation stone for the centre would be laid by India’s Ambassador to the United States, Ms Nirupama Rao, on May 18, the University Vice-Chancellor, Mr J.A.K. Tareen, said in a release.

The convention centre would have a capacity to have 2,500 seats and meeting halls.

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