Piyush Goyal to Inaugurate 45th India International Trade Fair at Bharat Mandapam

New Delhi, November 12 (Daily Kiran) : Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is set to inaugurate the 45th India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on November 12. This announcement was made in an official statement on Thursday.

The fair, scheduled from November 14 to 27, will host over 3,500 exhibitors from India and around the world. The exhibition will cover more than 100,000 square meters across 17 halls. The first five days, from November 14 to 18, will be designated as ‘Business Days,’ accessible only to B2B visitors. From November 19 to 27, the fair will open its doors to the general public.

Participation will include representatives from 32 states and Union Territories, along with 51 central ministries, government departments, public sector enterprises, and public sector banks. Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh are the partner states, while Assam, Delhi, Jharkhand, and West Bengal will be the focus states. These states and Union Territories will showcase their regional products, local industries, traditional crafts, culture, tourism potential, and development initiatives.

According to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, 11 countries will participate internationally. Exhibitors from Thailand, Iran, Ghana, Nepal, Afghanistan, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, China, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh will have their pavilions, creating opportunities for international business activities and trade relations.

Javed Ashraf, President of the India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO), stated that IITF 2026 will celebrate India’s progress, diversity, and heritage, with a special focus on youth. The Hall of Inspiration will feature around 600 startups, while the One District One Product (ODOP) pavilion will highlight district-level crafts, cuisine, and culture.

The IITF 2026 will offer new experiences for businesses and visitors alike. In Hall 14, the Hall of Inspiration will showcase approximately 600 Indian startups in sectors such as deep-tech, agri-tech, drones, space, healthcare, and educational technology. This initiative aims to provide young enterprises with opportunities to gain recognition and connect with larger markets.

The ODOP pavilion will see participation from 21 states, showcasing prominent crafts, cuisine, culture, and products from various districts across the country. This initiative will emphasize local enterprises, traditional skills, and the artisans associated with them.

As a major trade exhibition, IITF also plays a crucial role in enhancing market access for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), startups, and small traders. It provides a platform for them to showcase their products, connect with potential buyers, and explore new markets.