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The 45th India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2026 will feature around 600 Indian startups at its dedicated Hall of Inspiration, with Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal scheduled to inaugurate the event on November 13 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Organised by the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), the fair will run from November 14 to 27 under the theme ‘Vikas aur Virasat’. The Hall of Inspiration, located in Hall 14, will bring together startups working across deep tech, agri-tech, drones, space technology, healthcare and edtech.
Hall of Inspiration to Highlight Innovations Across Sectors
The dedicated pavilion will provide startups with an opportunity to showcase their innovations, connect with potential buyers and explore business opportunities. The initiative is also aimed at bringing emerging enterprises, including those from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, to a wider market.
Jawed Ashraf, Chairman, ITPO, said, “This year, we have placed a particular focus on the youth. The Hall of Inspiration will showcase about 600 start-ups from deep tech to agri-tech, drones, space, healthcare, and edtech, and we hope it will inspire the youth of India.”
The 45th edition will feature more than 3,500 exhibitors across 17 halls, covering over 100,000 square metres of exhibition space. Participation will include 32 states and Union Territories, 51 Central Ministries, government departments, PSUs and public sector banks, along with exhibitors from 11 countries.
32 States and UTs to Participate in the Trade Fair
Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh are the Partner States, while Assam, Delhi, Jharkhand and West Bengal are the Focus States.
The fair will also feature the One District One Product (ODOP) Pavilion, with participation from 21 states. It will showcase district-specific products, crafts and cuisine, highlighting local businesses and traditional industries.
Other attractions include Playverse@Mandapam, an interactive digital experience combining entertainment and education, and more than 90 food outlets serving Indian and international cuisines.
IITF 2026 to Facilitate Business Networking and Global Exposure
IITF 2026 will also facilitate business engagement for MSMEs and startups through B2B networking opportunities. ITPO is working to provide Indian startups with international exposure through platforms such as VivaTech in Paris and the Singapore FinTech Festival.
The first five days, November 14 to 18, will be reserved for business visitors. The fair will open to the general public from November 19 to 27. Visiting hours will be 10 AM to 7:30 PM with public entry permitted until 5:30 PM.
Tickets can be booked through the official IITF website, mobile application and 55 DMRC metro stations.
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