Editor’s Note
The 43rd Indian International Trade Fair opens in Delhi on November 14, with business days preceding the public opening. This year’s event features expanded participation from across India and abroad.
The 43rd Indian International Trade Fair (IITF) is scheduled to be held at Pragati Maidan in Delhi from November 14 to November 27. From November 14 to 18, entry will be restricted to business-class visitors only. The fair will open to the general public from November 19. This year, stalls from all Indian states as well as some foreign stalls have been included, which will make the fair more attractive. Trade representatives from India and abroad will participate, presenting their products and services.
The 43rd Indian International Trade Fair will begin on November 14 and run until November 27. However, for the first five days (November 14-18), entry will be exclusively for business-class visitors. The fair will open its doors to the general public from November 19, allowing them to be part of this international trade fair and enjoy various products and services.
This year’s trade fair will feature various stalls from all states of India, showcasing handicrafts, art, culture, agriculture, and industrial products. Additionally, there will be some foreign stalls displaying international products. This will provide people with information about the cultures of different countries and the trade happening internationally. Indian industrial products will also be displayed at this fair, giving small traders recognition at national and international levels.
Several online and offline options are available for purchasing tickets this year.
- Official DMRC app
- Bharat Mandapam mobile app: Momentum 2.0 Delhi Sarathi mobile app
- Official ITPO website: www.indiatradefair.com
- DMRC website: www.itpo.autope.in
Through these apps and websites, you can purchase QR code-based tickets, which is a simple and convenient option.
If you wish to buy tickets offline, you can get trade fair tickets from 55 metro stations in Delhi. Major stations include Shahid Sthal New Bus Adda, Shiv Vihar, Samaypur Badli, Noida Electronic City, Millennium City Centre Gurugram, etc. Additionally, tickets are available at interchange stations, including locations like Inderlok, New Delhi, Azadpur, and Hauz Khas.
Ticket prices have been set similar to last year. For entry on weekends during Business Days (November 14-18), adult tickets will be 150 rupees and children’s tickets will be 60 rupees.
After November 19, ticket prices will be reduced to 80 rupees for adults and 40 rupees for children. This flexibility in ticket pricing is designed so that more people can participate in this fair.
For the trade fair, you need to reach Pragati Maidan, which is near the Supreme Court Metro Station. Entry for the general public will be through Gate No. 3 and 4 (Bhairon Road) and Gate No. 6 and 10 (Mathura Road). Regarding timing, the fair will be open from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM, allowing people to enjoy the fair throughout the day.
Reaching Pragati Maidan via the Delhi Metro is the easiest and most economical option. You can easily reach the fair after getting off at the Supreme Court Metro Station. Parking facilities will be limited during the fair, so prioritizing metro travel is a good option.