Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday inaugurated the Delhi Pavilion at the 45th India International Trade Fair. The pavilion features 62 stalls, with 10 reserved for women founders. Gupta said the pavilion combined Delhi's historical legacy with its development journey, giving local producers an opportunity to reach a wider audience.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday inaugurated the Delhi Pavilion at the 45th India International Trade Fair at Bharat Mandapam, news agency Press Trust of India reported. The pavilion has 62 stalls showcasing the capital's heritage, development projects and business ventures.
Delhi has been named the Focus State at this year's fair, giving it an opportunity to present its cultural identity, industrial growth and modern development to visitors from India and abroad, according to an official statement cited by PTI.
Spread over 996 square metres, the pavilion includes 10 stalls exclusively allotted to women entrepreneurs, highlighting the government's focus on encouraging women's participation in business.
Of the 62 stalls, 14 have been allotted to government departments and institutions, 25 to private exhibitors, six to participants under the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises scheme and seven to participants and exporters under the One District One Product initiative.
The inauguration featured a Kathak performance by children. Gupta later visited several stalls and interacted with participants about their products, businesses and ventures, the statement said.
Gupta said Delhi was not only the national capital but also a symbol of India's rich heritage, diverse culture, entrepreneurship and modern development. She said the pavilion combined Delhi's historical legacy with its development journey while giving entrepreneurs, artisans, women business owners and local producers an opportunity to present their products to a wider audience.
Besides Delhi's art, culture and historical identity, the pavilion showcases initiatives such as Namo Van, Swachh Yamuna and the promotion of electric vehicles. According to the statement cited by PTI, these exhibits highlight the government's development and environmental conservation efforts.
Participating government departments and institutions include the Education Department, Transport Department, Social Welfare Department, Delhi Tourism, Delhi Jal Board, Delhi Prisons Department, State Urban Livelihood Mission, Delhi Khadi and Village Industries Board and SOTTO Delhi.
The Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited has been appointed the nodal agency for the pavilion.
Private exhibitors, micro, small and medium enterprises, artisans and local producers are also participating in the fair. The event gives them an opportunity to display their products, connect with potential buyers and explore wider markets, the statement said.
Participants under the micro food processing scheme and the One District One Product initiative are also displaying their products. The government aims to give local businesses greater visibility and recognition among visitors from India and abroad.
Business visitors will be allowed entry from November 14 to 18, between 9.30 am and 7.30 pm, through gates 3, 4, 6 and 10. Tickets will be available online and at metro stations, except Supreme Court Metro station.
The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory for the fair, which will be held from November 14 to 27. It warned commuters about congestion on key roads around the venue and advised them to use public transport.
According to the advisory posted on X, congestion is expected on Mathura Road, Bhairon Marg, Ring Road, Shershah Road, Purana Qila Road, Bhagwan Das Road and Tilak Marg during the fair. People not visiting the event have been advised to avoid these roads or use alternative routes.
The Delhi Pavilion will use the trade fair to showcase the capital's heritage, public initiatives and local enterprises, while traffic restrictions and entry arrangements will remain in place during the event.