Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will inaugurate the 45th India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2026 at Bharat Mandapam on November 13. The fair, organised by the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), will be open to visitors from November 14 to 27.
The inauguration ceremony will feature an Odissi performance by Padma Shri awardee Guru Madhavi Mudgal and her troupe.
Themed ‘Vikas aur Virasat’, IITF 2026 will bring together more than 3,500 exhibitors from India and abroad across 17 halls, covering over 1,00,000 square metres of exhibition space.
The event will feature participation from 32 States and Union Territories, along with 51 Central Ministries, government departments, public sector undertakings (PSUs) and public sector banks. Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh have been designated as Partner States, while Assam, Delhi, Jharkhand and West Bengal will participate as Focus States.
Participating States and Union Territories will showcase their regional products, local industries, traditional crafts, cultural heritage, tourism potential and development initiatives.
International participation will include 11 countries, with pavilions featuring exhibitors from Thailand, Iran, Ghana, Nepal, Afghanistan, the UAE, Turkey, China, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, providing opportunities for business engagement and international trade linkages.
ITPO Chairman Jawed Ashraf said the fair would celebrate India’s progress, diversity and heritage, with a special focus on youth entrepreneurship through around 600 start-ups at the Hall of Inspiration and district-level crafts, cuisine and culture at the One District One Product (ODOP) Pavilion.
Start-ups, ODOP and interactive experiences
The Hall of Inspiration in Hall 14 will showcase around 600 Indian start-ups working in sectors such as deep-tech, agri-tech, drones, space, healthcare and education technology. The initiative aims to provide emerging enterprises with greater visibility and opportunities to connect with wider markets.
The ODOP Pavilion will feature participation from 21 States, showcasing distinctive crafts, cuisine, culture and products from districts across the country. It will highlight local enterprises, traditional skills and the contributions of artisans.
Another attraction, Playverse@Mandapam, will offer an immersive digital experience combining entertainment and education, particularly targeting young visitors and families.
Together, these initiatives are intended to highlight the theme ‘Vikas aur Virasat’ by bringing India’s technological progress, entrepreneurial ecosystem and traditional strengths onto a common platform.
Visitors will find international country pavilions in Hall 1, while Partner and Focus States, Central Ministries, PSUs and public sector banks will be represented in Halls 2 to 5.
Halls 8 to 14 will feature a wide range of consumer products and categories, including electronics, consumer durables, textiles, footwear, kitchen equipment, processed food, spices, agricultural produce, handicrafts, furniture, cosmetics and jewellery.
A food court featuring more than 90 outlets will offer Indian and international cuisines, with an emphasis on food quality, hygiene, zero-waste practices and reduced plastic usage.
Focus on MSMEs and international business opportunities
Beyond being a major trade exhibition, IITF continues to provide market access to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), start-ups and small traders by offering opportunities to showcase products, connect with potential buyers and explore new markets.
ITPO is also facilitating the participation of Indian start-ups in international events, including VivaTech in Paris and the upcoming Singapore FinTech Festival, to provide opportunities for global exposure and collaboration.
The initiative aims to strengthen entrepreneurship across the country, including the expanding start-up ecosystem in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
Reflecting the growing scale of Bharat Mandapam, LED mesh installations measuring approximately 1,000 square metres each will be featured at Halls 1 and 14. Plans are also underway to install around 100 LED screens across the complex, with more than 30 expected to be operational during the fair.
ITPO is working towards developing Bharat Mandapam as a year-round destination for exhibitions, cultural programmes and public engagement. A cultural hub with a proposed seating capacity of around 2,000 is also being planned.
Visitor facilities and security arrangements
ITPO has put in place dedicated facilities to ensure a smooth experience for visitors, exhibitors, delegates and media representatives.
A Media Lounge will provide workspace for journalists, while a Protocol Lounge will cater to VIPs and dignitaries. Other arrangements include internal mobility assistance, shuttle services, golf carts, designated cab and parking zones, B2B networking facilities, exhibitor assistance and lost-and-found services.
Food court operations will be monitored round the clock, with prescribed food safety, hygiene and food-handling standards applicable to all outlets, including State-operated stalls.
Security arrangements, supported by Delhi Police and ITPO, will be strengthened, particularly around the international pavilions in Hall 1. Medical centres, first-aid facilities and emergency response services will also be available throughout the fair.
87 cultural performances across seven venues
The fair will feature 87 cultural performances, recitals and shows across seven venues, showcasing India’s classical and folk traditions and bringing together established artists and emerging talent.
Major attractions will include The Manganiyar Seduction, Tal Fry, Hariharan and Prithvi Gandharva, Shahzad Ali, Salim-Sulaiman and Ruhaniyat, featuring performers from Nigeria.
Tickets for select performances will be available through BookMyShow, while other cultural programmes presented by artists and organisations from 19 States will be free for visitors with valid IITF entry tickets.
Business Days, public entry and ticketing arrangements
The first five days of the fair, from November 14 to 18, will be designated as Business Days, reserved for business-to-business (B2B) visitors. The fair will open to the general public from November 19 to 27.
The daily timings will be from 10 am to 7.30 pm, with general public entry permitted until 5.30 pm.
Tickets can be booked online through the official website, booking.indiatradefair.com, or the IITF 2026 mobile application. Offline tickets will also be available at 55 Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) stations. Season tickets will be offered for both Business Days and General Days.
Senior citizens and persons with disabilities will be allowed free entry on General Days upon producing a valid government-issued identity card.
Visitors can enter the venue through Gate Nos. 3 and 4 on Bhairon Road and Gate Nos. 6 and 10 on Mathura Road.
IITF 2026 mobile app and transport facilities
The IITF 2026 mobile application, available on Google Play and the Apple App Store, will provide ticket booking and registration facilities, an interactive venue map with navigation and shuttle routes, a pavilion and exhibitor directory, a cultural events calendar and business networking features.
ITPO has also coordinated with the Delhi Metro and arranged transport and visitor assistance facilities, including shuttle services, designated app-based cab and auto-rickshaw pick-up points, parking, wheelchair assistance and helpdesk services.
The application will also provide access to the ITPO helpdesk and a one-tap SOS facility for emergencies.
Organised annually by ITPO, the India International Trade Fair is one of the country’s major multi-product trade exhibitions. It brings together government organisations, industries, businesses, start-ups, MSMEs and artisans from India and abroad, providing a platform for business-to-business and business-to-consumer engagement, trade and investment promotion, and networking opportunities.
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