Bharat Mandapam: India’s cultural pride at G20

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G20 Venue

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Inauguration & Cost

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Seating Capacity

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Shankha-Inspired

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Cultural Elements

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Global Traditions

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Anubhav Mandapam

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State-of-the-Art Facilities

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World’s Tallest Nataraj

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World’s Tallest Nataraj

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G20 Summit Hall

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