Highlights

  • More than 20 departments are working on preparations for the Summit
  • Key departments like the Public Works Department (PWD) and Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) requested the highest amount of funds

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In addition to the regular International Organisations that includes UN, IMF, WB, WHO, WTO, ILO, FSB and OECD and Chairs of Regional Organisations - AU, AUDA-NEPAD and ASEAN, India, as G20 Presidency, will be inviting ISA, CDRI and ADB as Guest IOs

G20 Summit 2023 preparations in full swing in Delhi, Here's how much is it going to cost

Delhi is in high gear, overhauling everything from its infrastructure to acquiring bulletproof vehicles to match the standards set by previous G20 summit hosts like the UK, Singapore, Indonesia, and Germany.

According to reports, the G20 summit is expected to cost around Rs 927.47 crore.

More than 20 departments are engaged in the preparations, with emphasis on key entities like the Public Works Department (PWD) and Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD).

PWD takes the lead with a budget of Rs 448.37 crore, focusing on Airport road and Pragati Maidan enhancements. MCD requires Rs 249.34 crore, while I&FC and the Department of Tourism seek Rs 73.69 crore and Rs 71.56 crore, respectively, to ensure the event's success.

Not only this, the G20 Summit 2023 in New Delhi is also a critical event from a security point of view and that is why the government of India has leased 20 Audi Bullet Resistant cars for Rs 18 crores to accommodate the security needs of visiting leaders.

G20 Summit 2023 preparations are in full swing in Delhi

India is poised to host the inaugural G20 Summit 2023, drawing leaders and delegates from over 25 nations to New Delhi on September 9-10. With meticulous planning and significant investment, the government aims for a seamless event. Prestigious hotels in the capital are gearing up to accommodate international guests, while Delhi Police conducts traffic rehearsals to ensure smooth proceedings and prevent congestion.

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