BORI Auditorium — Terms & Conditions

Concise, merged and numbered terms for bookings. Amounts shown include applicable GST where specified; please retain originals/receipts for records.
Booking & Payment1

Booking is confirmed only after full payment of Auditorium charges and the Security Deposit. Standard auditorium charge for 3 hours is ₹13,000 (plus GST 18%), and Security Deposit is ₹3,000. Refunds of deposit/excess (after applicable deductions) will be processed within 3 weeks as a cheque in the name appearing on the Auditorium Booking Form.

Timings & Extra Hours2

Auditorium is available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Evening programs (including dinner) must finish by 10:00 PM; no extension allowed. Extra hours are charged at ₹4,000 per hour (plus GST). The premises must be vacated within 10 minutes of the booking end time.

Facilities & Misc. Charges3

Optional/additional facility charges (plus GST where applicable):

  • Projector: ₹1,000
  • Internet/Wi-Fi: ₹1,000
  • Open area for lunch/dinner/snacks: ₹1,500 per hour
  • Stall/table (with permission): ₹200 per table
  • Car & two-wheeler parking is included as part of Auditorium charges (verify at booking).

Seating Capacity & Accessibility4

Seating capacity is fixed at 106 chairs with 2 wheelchair spaces. No additional chairs will be provided — please plan seating accordingly.

Use Restrictions & Prohibitions5

The following are strictly prohibited unless prior written permission is obtained: family get-togethers (marriages, birthdays, poojas, etc.), cooking or open flame (oil lamps), lighting of fire, and attaching posters/banners to stone walls. A fine of ₹500 applies for prohibited cooking/lamps. Posters are permitted only on the stage backdrop if they cause no damage.

Equipment Care & Damages6

Please handle all equipment and facilities carefully. Do not attempt repairs — contact the auditorium attendant for assistance. Charges for extra usage or damage will be deducted from the Security Deposit.

Staff & Caterers7

BORI does not provide office boys; organisers should arrange event staff themselves. BORI may recommend caterers but is not responsible for their services; organisers must ensure caterers clean the premises after use.

Permissions, IDs & Conduct8

Organisers must obtain all statutory permits (police, civic, etc.) and submit copies to BORI before the event. Participants should carry photo ID (driving licence, company ID, etc.) and program circular if any — security may check at entry. Observed misbehavior or violation may result in immediate eviction of organisers/participants.

Health, Safety & Liability9

Maintain physical distancing and follow COVID-related rules as required. BORI is not responsible or liable for theft, loss, damage to organiser/participant property, or for physical injury to persons on premises; organisers should plan appropriate safeguards and insurance if needed.

Cancellation & Postponement10

Any postponement will be treated as cancellation. Refunds (security deposit or other excess) will be issued after deductions, where applicable, within 3 weeks from the event date. Please ensure the Auditorium Possession Form is completed at occupation and vacating to facilitate refunds and handover.

⚠️ Note: Mandap/Kaman or special structural requests require prior written permission from BORI management. Please review original booking paperwork for full legal text.