India International Trade Fair 2024 Returns to Pragati Maidan
The 43rd India International Trade Fair (IITF) is back at Pragati Maidan, Delhi, from November 14 to 27, showcasing India’s commitment to “Vocal for Local, Local to Global” with products from across the country and the world. The fair is expected to attract over 1 lakh visitors daily, with participation from more than 3,500 exhibitors from India and 11 international countries. This year’s theme highlights India’s push to promote local industries and broaden global trade connections.
Online Tickets: Accessible via the Momentum 2.0 Delhi Sarathi app, Bharat Mandapam app, ITPO website, and DMRC website, offering a secure purchase option with QR codes.
Offline Tickets: Available at 55 Delhi Metro stations including Shaheed Sthal New Bus Adda, Shiv Vihar, Samaypur Badli, and Inderlok.
Business Days (Nov 14–18): General entry – Rs 150, Children – Rs 60.
Public Days (Nov 19 onwards): General entry – Rs 80, Children – Rs 40.
Location: Pragati Maidan, Delhi (Supreme Court Metro Station).
Entry Points: Gates 3 & 4 (Bhairon Marg), Gates 6 & 10 (Mathura Road).
Timings: Daily from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM.
States: 33 states, including Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Jharkhand, will showcase their cultural heritage.
International Participants: Countries like Egypt, Iran, South Korea, Sweden, Tunisia, and the UAE will also be exhibiting.
| Why in News | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | 43rd India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2024, held at Pragati Maidan, Delhi (Nov 14–27, 2024). |
| Theme | “Vocal for Local, Local to Global” |
| Key Participants | Over 3,500 exhibitors, including 11 foreign countries (Egypt, Iran, South Korea, Sweden, UAE, Tunisia). |
| Ticket Prices (Business Days) | Rs 150 (General), Rs 60 (Children) (Nov 14–18). |
| Ticket Prices (Public Days) | Rs 80 (General), Rs 40 (Children) (From Nov 19 onwards). |
| Venue | Pragati Maidan, New Delhi (Nearest Metro Station: Supreme Court). |
| Entry Points | Gates 3 & 4 (Bhairon Marg), Gates 6 & 10 (Mathura Road). |
| Timings | 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM daily. |
| Partner States | Bihar, Uttar Pradesh |
| Focus State | Jharkhand |
| Expected Visitors | 1 lakh visitors daily |
| Metro Ticket Availability | Available at 55 designated metro stations across Delhi (e.g., Shaheed Sthal New Bus Adda, Shiv Vihar). |
| Exhibitors from India | 33 states, including Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, showcasing cultural heritage. |
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