India’s Gateway to Trade and Talent: IITF 2025 Promises a Festive Extravaganza

The India International Trade Fair 2025, India’s largest annual trade event, brings together business communities, government agencies, and consumers under one roof at the state-of-the-art Bharat Mandapam complex. Visitors can explore a wide range of exhibitions featuring handicrafts, textiles, technology innovations, and food products from various Indian states, celebrating the nation’s unity and diversity.

The fair runs in two phases: business days from November 14-18 for B2B interactions and general public days from November 19-27. It provides a platform for networking, business development, cultural performances, workshops, and seminars focused on regional development and entrepreneurship.

Special emphasis is on regional collaboration, with partner states showcasing their traditional crafts and industries, while Jharkhand serves as the ‘Focus State’ highlighting its natural resources and tribals arts. The fair also features digital showcases, sustainable manufacturing practices, and innovation-driven local solutions.

Visitors are encouraged to use Metro routes to Pragati Maidan due to expected traffic congestion. Entry timings are 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with ticket prices ranging from INR 80 to 500 depending on the day and category.

Key Highlights:

44th IITF running Nov 14-27 at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

Theme: “Ek Bharat: Shresth Bharat” emphasizing unity in diversity.

Partner states: Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Bihar; Focus State: Jharkhand.

Business days (Nov 14-18) for B2B interactions; General public (Nov 19-27).

Exhibitor categories include crafts, technology, food, sustainable manufacturing.

Cultural programs and workshops highlight regional heritage and innovation.

Traffic and metro advisories issued due to high expected visitor turnout.

Sources: ET Bharati, Business Standard, Newsonair, India Today