• “Dev” the heartthrob of millions of Bengalis and Hon’ble Member of Parliament, graced the occasion and presented gift hampers to the shopping festival winners.
News Stardom, Kolkata, 1st.October, 2023: The countdown to Durga Puja , the biggest festival of Bengal has started in full spirit.
Acropolis Mall, the most popular known as “The mall of joy” , which turns 8 on September 25 ,formally celebrated its 8th Birthday along with its Durga Puja shopping bonanza for the guests today. Mr. Sushil Mohta, Chairman of Merlin Group, developer of Acropolis Mall and Superstar Dev Adhikari, hon’ble Member of Parliament graced the occasion of cake cutting ceremony and presentation of Puja shopping offer’s gift to the lucky guest today.
Superstar Dev, whose forthcoming Puja release – where he essayed the role of freedom fighter Baghajatin has conveyed the Acropolis Mall his good wishes on turning 8 year old. Acropolis Mall , established in the year 2015 , has evolved over these years and contributed to the local economy as well as become the cynosure for guests and consumers.
Commenting on the occasion , Shri Sushil Mohta, Chairman, Merlin Group that developed Acropolis Mall, said, “ Acropolis Mall has changed the very character of its neighbourhood, with apartment blocks and branded retail outlets . The mall has become a cool hangout place with people of all age groups dropping in with friends and family. It has assumed a favourite place of entertainment for the families. The area on Rashbehari connector got a facelift with the edifice of Acropolis Mall and the area is referred to as Acropolis Bus stop by travelllers and public vehicles.
In fact a neighbourhood is incomplete Without Shopping Malls or Shopping Centre in today’s time as malls create a novel experience for the people with its comprehensive offering in retail , dining and entertainment of all age groups. Malls have huge potential to create employment and that also for the grey to white collar jobs which are much needed in urban and suburban areas. There is a huge shift from rural to suburban and urban areas of the Indian population. Migration to Urban center is happening for proper healthcare, job opportunities, education etc and Malls and Shopping Centres are creating huge job opportunities . Therefore I see a huge growth opportunity of the areas where new malls will come up. “
About Acropolis Mall:
Acropolis Mall is one of the state-of-the-art malls in Kolkata that houses over 100 renowned brands in Apparel, Electronics, Consumer durables, Electronic gazettes, Jewellery, Luggage, Cosmetics, Grocery items, Food & Beverages, Salon and Beauty care products . The shopping mall is the right retail mix layered with various kinds of retail zones. The mall with its Four-screen Multiplex, Spacious Food Court, Fine Dining Restaurants, Family and children entertainment zone is an apt destination for families to enjoy Shop and Dine & Entertainment.
Developed by Merlin Group, the leading real estate group of India, Acropolis mall was inaugurated on 25th September,2015. It is an iconic architectural masterpiece with an elegant elevation covered with a glass façade which spread over a sprawling area of 4.50 lakh sq ft with five level parking facilities. The mall has been frequented by over 1,20 lakhs visitors every week . It has been conferred with a clutch of laurels since its inception which bear testimony to its quality and service. The awards include “ Most admired shopping centre of the year (east) in 2018 by Images”, “Best Retail Project of the year 2018-19 by Images”, “ Certified Green Building By IGBC “, 4-Star Energy Conservation Award 2020 by Encon”. The mall is also recognized by CNBC Awaaz Real Estate Awards –East Zone,2019 as the Best Retail Project in east zone. Acropolis mall is the first mall in Kolkata to have installed a state-of-the-art Firefighting kiosk with rescue Equipment in keeping with its commitment to the advisory to Indian Institute Of Architect. The facility was inaugurated by Shri Jagmohan, IPS, Director General, West Bengal Fire & Emergency Services, Govt of West Bengal in presence of Shri Sushil Mohta, Chairman, Merlin Group. The kiosk will serve the neighboring area as well.
The mall has been housing several interesting events, fashion shows, cultural fest and launch of popular films over the last five years. Acropolis mall has become one of the most popular destination malls to reckon with in right spirit.
The mall has also contributed to the community as a responsible corporate citizen. It has undertaken an initiative to collect old clothes for underprivileged children and old people living in the vicinity of Ruby Hospital and presented the clothes to Kolkata Society for Cultural Heritage for them. The mall has provided space to self-help group women representing economically backward section to display and sell handmade environment friendly Rakhis to people.
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