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Textiles Committee Secretary Shri Ajit Chavan inaugurates Techtextil India in Mumbai

Bringing the technical textile industry together after a twoyear span, Techtextil India 2021 opened in Mumbai and was inaugurated by key industry and government figures. The trade fair aims to showcase the future potential of technical textiles backed by a series of knowledge sessions, live product demos and B2B networking opportunities.

Reconnecting the technical textile value chain for the very first-time postlockdown, Techtexil India 2021 was held in Mumbai. The aim of show organiser Messe Frankfurt India through the new edition is to promote industry unification and support business recovery across the value chain of technical textiles.

Addressing the industry at the inauguration, Shri Ajit Chavan, Secretary - Textiles Committee, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India shared: “The government of India ’ s policies are completely catered towards the growth of technical textiles. We have a target of INR 2 Lakh Crore in the country and the Indian industry is geared up to achieve that market potential. As a country, we have a great lot of scope in agrotech and medtech, while we have always been at the forefront of packtech, geotech and other high-technoloCommenting on the policies, he added: “The PLI scheme will be a major fillip in manufacturing of technical textiles and the textile parks will provide integrated linkages with the technical textile value chain.” Elaborating on Germany ’ s participation at the fair, Chavan also said: “Techtexil India is a great platform for bringing the technical textile stakeholders together. Despite the pandemic related difficulties, I am happy to see Germany participating in this important fair and I am sure that they will find good business and collaborations between Indian entrepreneurs and German industries. ” gy areas.

Weavetech Engineers, Lenzing Fibers India Pvt Ltd, Khosla Profile Pvt Ltd, Lucky International, Meera Industries Ltd, Park Non-Woven Pvt Ltd, Sarex Chemicals, Alok Masterbatches Pvt Ltd, SICAM and Suntech Geotextile Pvt Ltd are some of the leading Indian companies participating in the 2021 fair. One of the key highlights of Techtextil India is the special showcase of German technology at an exclusive German pavilion, featuring some of the top technical textile manufacturers from the country, such as Autefa Solution Germany GmbH, DILO Systems GmbH, Emtec Electronic GmbH, Georg Sahm GmbH & Co, Karl Mayer Verwaltungsgesellschaft mbH, Merz Maschinenfabrik GmbH and Oerlikon Barmag Zweigniederlassung der Oerlikon Textile GmbH & Co.

Being a part of the first post-pandemic edition, Mrs Marja Einig, Deputy Consul General, German Consulate General Mumbai, shared: “Messe Frankfurt India has made it happen! This the first time after the pandemic that we are hosting a German pavillion in India. And there is a fantastic display of specialised machinery for various technical textile products which ranges from alternative energy, to masks, to textiles, to sports shoes. It is incredible what we can achieve with a wellequipped production line and that is one of the focal points of Techtextil India and for the German companies participating here.” On the domestic front, the nodal agency for investment promotion and facilitation for the Government of Tamil Nadu – Guidance are showcasing their prowess in technical textiles along with some of the major industry players from the state, including Cyber Textiles India Pvt Ltd, Jayashree Spun Bond, Lenzing Ag India, Liester Technologies, Loyal Textile Mills Ltd, Milltex Engineers Pvt Ltd, Superfil Products Pvt Ltd, Uster Technologies (India) Pvt Ltd.

Referring to the potential of the domestic technical textile industry, Mr Amit Agarwal, Chairman, Indian Technical Textiles Association (ITTA) said: “We are at an inflection point where our connsumption, manufacturing and export potential is huge. The growth of technical textiles will happen as the per-capita income increases and therefore, all the application areas of technical textiles in India have an equal potential to grow. I personally forsee that 10 to 15 per cent of compounded annual growth year-onyear is possible in India.

Informa Markets In India Announces Return Of South

India ’s Largest Trade Expo In The RE space – 5th Edition Of RenewX

The two-day Renewable Energy trade expo slated on November 19 and 20, 2021 at the Hitex, Hyderabad will provide an Industry platform to the renewable energy buyers and sellers enabling them to connect and collaborate for generating business opportunities. One of the leading shows in South India, RenewX will witness a congregation of South India’s green economy community to discuss industry trends, challenges and market insights.

With the return in its physical avatar, RenewX has been received with great enthusiasm in the most electrified state of the country. While Telangana is a partner state, the Telangana State Renewable Energy Development Corporation Limited will be the Nodal Agency at the show. This year, for the first time, the expo will be witnessing the presence of UK joining as the ‘Partner Country’.

Speaking on the announcement, Mr. Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets India said, “India’s renewable energy sector is the most attractive renewable energy market in the world. As of July 2021, India had 96.96 GW of renewable energy and represents 25.2% of the overall installed power capacity. Due to India’s geographical positioning and topography, solar power has a significant potential in the country offering a competitive advantage over other countries. Moreover, India is now embracing the idea of AgriPV as solar and the farming industries are beginning to see potential in the combined usage of land for food production and energy generation. The Government of India has also announced various initiatives and has undertaken various large-scale sustainable power projects to promote green energy heavily setting an ambitious target to generate 450 GW of RE by 2030. With Government’s support to the sector and improved economics, this sector is becoming more attractive for the investors.”

He added, “We are excited to bounce back with the 5th edition of RenewX 2021 this year in an in-person format, which has been an excellent platform for the renewable energy Industry experts down South. It gives various opportunities for the buyers and sellers to showcase their products and to discuss business opportunities. Witnessing such a positive response and support from the industry in our ReStart 2.0, we look forward to take RenewX to newer heights with this edition and in the coming years. RenewX once again is geared to share relevant insights gained in the domestic and global renewables market through its 2 days of power packed conference with the theme ‘South India Energy Conclave’. The live conference agenda will reflect on a vast array of new Innovations and Technologies. The conference will comprise panel discussions and presentations on topics such as, Self- Reliant India, E – Highways, AgriPV, Solar PV, Bioenergy and more. Some of the key sessions include – ‘Living with Pandemic – How leaders are making successful changes in ecosystem’, ‘Shaping the Future: Technology Updates & Innovations along with successful case studies’, ‘India’s energy transition – unique challenges and opportunities’, ‘EHighways are Economic and Green only when powered by RE’, ‘Upcoming E-Highways in southern at Annuity Hybrid E-Mobility’, ‘Indigenous Solar PV Manufacturing : Self Reliant India’, ‘Business Opportunities for AgriPV in India’, ‘The Potential of Biogas between Dream and Reality’, ‘An approach towards Methane Emission Reduction’, among others.

The 14th Edition Of CPhI & P-MEC India Expo Witnessed An Impressive Opening In Delhi-NCR

South Asia's biggest Pharma event by Informa Markets in India that maps opportunities & builds partnership for India's rebounding Pharma market

Informa Markets in India the leading B2B event’s organiser that creates platforms for businesses to trade, innovate, and grow, inaugurated the 14th edition of South Asia’s biggest Pharma event, CPhI & PMEC India expo scheduled today at the India Expo Centre, Greater Noida, Delhi – NCR. The three-day (24th – 26th November 2021) expo that began today is set to witness over 534 exhibitors from 16 countries and over 20,000 visitors.

The marquee expo was inaugurated by Guests of Honours - Mr. Ravi Uday Bhaskar, Director General Pharmexcil, Mr. Narendra Bhooshan, IAS, CEO of Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority, Ms. Jennifer Kay, First Secretary and Trade Commissioner High Commission of Canada, Mr. AVPS Chakravarthy, Ambassador World Packaging Organization and Board Member of Pharmexcil, Mr. Amit Raj Sinha, Managing Director, Sigachi, Mr Arjun Deshpande, Founder and CEO, Generic Aadhaar, Mr. Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director Informa Markets in India and Mr. Rahul Deshpande, Group Director Informa Markets in India.

With a focus on building new business partnerships and announcements, the three-day expo promises to deliver and discuss new trends in the industry to grow the economy. Keeping up with their annual promise, the event is hosting an exciting line-up of conferences by addressing the challenges and focusing on future opportunities of the Pharmaceutical industry in India while adapting and thriving in this ever-changing industry. This year too, the expo is supported by participants from various Pharmaceutical Companies (generic finished products), API Producers, Distributors, Pharmaceutical Companies (innovator finished products), Intermediates Manufacturers, Engineering and Contract Manufacturers, Ingredients Distributors / Buyers, Consultancies, and Packaging Materials companies. The expo is well received by the industry and associations such as - Pharmexcil, CIPI, IDMA, ASPA, IPA, IPEC, and KDPMA.

The expo which is a part of the India Pharma Week, culminated with some interesting sessions on Day 1 under The Pharma Connect Conference that addressed ‘Policy Trigger and National Commitment to nurturing resilient pharma value chain’, ‘Leverage digitalization to enhance existing Pharmaceutical manufacturing plants’, ‘Understanding the Criticality of Catalyst Development through Case Studies’ and ‘Global pharma opportunity and expanding Indian footprint’.

The CEO Roundtable which was a closed-door strategic gathering of CEOs of leading Pharma and Biopharma companies, deep dived into thoughtprovoking discussions on pharma developments in India which was chaired by K. G. Ananthakrishnan, Director General – OPPI and cochaired by Sriram Shrinivasan, Consulting CHS Leader, EY India. The Roundtable witnessed the presence of leaders such as Anandram Narasimhan, Managing Director, Merck Specialities Pvt.Ltd; Suresh Patatthil, General Manager, Abbvie India; B.R. Sikri, Co-Chairman, Federation of Pharma Entrepreneurs (FOPE); Dr. Viranchi Shah, Director, Saga Laboratories; Mr. Franck Toussaint, Executive Director & Co-founder BSMA Europe; Sanjit Singh Lamba, CEO, Valence to name a few.

Speaking at the inauguration of the 14th edition of CPhI & P-MEC India Expo, Mr. Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India.

said, “The past 13 editions of the CPhI & P-MEC India expo have paved the way for advancement in the Pharma space. It is always a pleasure for us to provide a forum to the industry leaders to present their contributions to the industry and at the same time, witness those of their peers. The overwhelming response from the exhibitors and the discussions at the conference will provide great insight into the industry.

The aim is to capture new market trends, innovate, adapt and seek newer opportunities, in this dynamic global market. On this note, we look forward to a great show, and we wish all our guests a safe and productive experience at the India Pharma Week” .The India Pharma Awards (IPA) & Networking Night: A part of the Recognition & Networking stream of the IPW, the 8th edition of the India Pharma Awards will bring together industry champions, stalwarts, visionaries and organizations from the pharma universe. The India Pharma Awards is one of the most transparent & process driven awards. It is conducted professionally as well as methodically to draw out the best in the industry. This is done with a neutral Jury Panel representing various segments of the industry in a two-round process of sifting through the nominations. This year, the IPA received 159 nominations with categories such as excellence in R&D, excellence in Brand/Product management, excellence in marketing communications, excellence in CSR , excellence in response to Covid 19 among many others.

The expo is amply supported by its AllSecure & Travel Safety Guidelines – a safety standard initiative by Informa for its exhibitors, attendees, visitors, speakers or sponsors, customers who will be coming to the event. This is introduced to conduct physical trade exhibitions amidst the new normal and has a detailed set of enhanced measures. AllSecure provides attendees the reassurance and confidence that they are participating in a safe and controlled environment. These international protocols are based on the broad principles of Physical Distancing, Protect & Detect, Cleanliness & Hygiene and detailed Communications on these principles.

15 years of ACETECH - Marks Resumption Of Exhibitions In Mumbai

ACETECH is a series of Asia’s leading architecture, building materials, design and decor exhibitions, recognised as India’s premier portfolio of events for bringing major international and domestic players from the building and interiors industry. The latest edition of ACETECH was held in Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai from 18 to 21 November 2021.

With over 200 participants and almost 500 + brands – ACETECH Mumbai is all good news for the Mumbai exhibition industry that has been waiting since very long for physical shows to resume in Bombay Exhibition Centre. ACETECH will complete its 15 years in 2021 and aims to grow 300% in the next three years. Noticably, Gandhi brothers have bought their company back from Hyve and now are the 100% owners of ABEC.

Talking to Exhibition Showcase, Manish Gandhi, Director, ABEC said, “highlight for this edition would be that it’s a fresh start all over again.

After a successful edition in Bengaluru last month, ABEC managed to procure Hall 1 of Nesco with great difficulty and with huge investment of time and effort – a net show of 10000 sqmt comes as a pleasant surprise for the industry and great boost for the construction sector and MICE alike! Ranveer Singh – the top rated celebrity is the face of the show for next 3 years and is also slated to visit the Delhi – ACETECH this December.”

India's Leading International Exhibition For Food & Beverage Technology Opens Physically On 2 December In New Delhi

The food and beverage technology companies and buyers are excited to restart the growth journey with the 15th edition of ANUTEC – International FoodTec India and its co-located exhibitions. The industry has undergone radical changes within the past two years, and its dynamics have entirely changed. To address this, the advancements in producing food and beverage that conform to consumer demands are already available, and ANUTEC - International FoodTec India is providing a platform to entire F&B producers to explore the available innovations.

Having the four exhibitions co-located makes it the most comprehensive event that caters to the needs starting from processing all the way to packaging and final delivery using advanced logistics services. Furthermore, the event will feature on-site seminars on Supply Chain, Packaging, and Food Processing conducted by renowned institutions such as Logistic Insider, Indian Flexible Packaging & Folding Carton Manufacturers Association, and All India Food Processors' Association. Also, the topnotch F&B producers have already confirmed their visit to the exhibition.

"Over 200 companies from more than 15 countries will be demonstrating their products and services physically during three days of the event, and we expect more than 6,000 focused buyers to attend the event with the aim of upgrading their food and beverage production processes. We are maintaining a hygienic and safe environment for these professionals so that they can network comfortably" says Milind Dixit, Managing Director - Koelnmesse YA Tradefair Pvt Ltd.

Milind Dixit, MD, Koelnmesse YA Tradefair Pvt Ltd. “As a result of our global expertise in the F&B sector, we were able to organise the exhibitions after a gap. Year after year, these trade fairs have created value for the F&B technology providers and their buyers across India and neighbouring countries. We are looking forward to seeing everyone in person," added Annkathrin Rasch - Global Brand Manager, FoodTec, Koelnmesse GmbH.

Koelnmesse - industry trade fairs for the food technology sector:

Koelnmesse is an international leader in organising trade fairs in the field of food and beverage processing. Anuga FoodTec and ProSweets Cologne are established, world-leading trade fairs, hosted in Cologne/Germany. In addition to the events at its Cologne headquarters, Koelnmesse also stages further food technology trade fairs with different sectorspecific areas of focus and content in key markets across the world, including India, Italy and Colombia. These global activities enable Koelnmesse to offer its customers bespoke events and leading regional trade fairs in a variety of markets, thus creating the foundation for sustainable international business. Koelnmesse is also ideally positioned in the field of food and beverages with its leading international trade fairs Anuga and ISM and its global network of satellite events.

Upcoming trade fairs:

Ÿ ProSweets Cologne, Cologne, Germany, 30.01. -02.02.2022

Ÿ IIDE – India International Dairy

Expo, Mumbai, India, 13.04. 15.04.2022

Ÿ ANUFOOD China FoodTec Zone, Shenzhen, China, 20.04. -22.04.2022

Ÿ Anuga FoodTec, Cologne, Germany, 26.04. -29.04.2022

ProWine Mumbai Successfully Concluded Its 1st Edition With Appreciation From The Wine & Spirit Community In India

ProWine Mumbai launched its first edition at the prestigious The St Regis Mumbai with much gusto and enthusiasm from the wine and spirits industry from 17 to 18 November. ProWine Mumbai is a part of the globally iconic ProWein World and is jointly organised by Messe Düsseldorf India and All Things Nice.

The event rightly kick-started with champagne popping and an inaugural ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by dignitaries from the US Consulate, the Consulate General of France, Australian High Commission, South African Consulate, Trade Centre of Argentina, Republic of Mauritius, corporate heads and the industry associations with media partners. As the first in-person trade fair for the wine and spirits sector in India since the start of the COVID pandemic, ProWine Mumbai was well received and featured over 200 brands from 70 companies across 13 countries with 2,017 attendees.

Over two days, the 3 exhibition halls were buzzing with tastings and good camaraderie as the industry caught up with each other and facilitated business meetings. Visitors at ProWine Mumbai ranged from large hoteliers, prominent restaurateurs and bar owners, importers, distributors and retailers, sommeliers, chefs and food and beverage teams. ProWine Mumbai succeeded in putting together a platform not just for business meetings but also for people in the trade to be introduced to new products that are now available in the Indian market. On showcase was an array of wines well represented by brands from India and many countries across the world. The French Pavilion led by Business France, innovatively provided access to visitors to speak to the wine producers in France digitally throughout the day. In the Spirits Pavilion, visitors were able to taste and meet producers of gin, vodka, single malts, rum, tequila, craft beverages and beer. The highlight for visitors at the Spirits Pavilion seemed to be the innovative cocktails that imbibed fresh ideas and were artistically curated. Also on display were bar and glassware products and premium drinking water brands.

Mr. Thomas Schlitt, Managing Director Messe Düsseldorf, India states: “It fills me with joy and gratitude to see this amazingrecognition from the industry stakeholders in India for the 1st ProWine Mumbai event. Going from being a ProWein Educational Campaign to a first-ever fullfledged comprehensive trade fair for the Wine & Spirits industry is the reflection of developing the market for the future growth of the industry in India. I am glad that at the maiden edition most major players from India and representation of 7 leading wine producing countries were represented. With this successful premiere we have laid the foundation for ProWine Mumbai to be the ideal platform to Meet – Network – Taste and connect the market as an annual meeting place. Cheers!!”

“We are thrilled to have put in place the very first business platform for the wine and spirits industry. We are overwhelmed by the fantastic response, we believe ProWine Mumbai will elevate the future of the wine and spirits industry in India and we hope you enjoy all that ProWine Mumbai will offer you in the coming years ” , says Nikhil Agarwal, Founder – All Things Nice and Co-organiser of ProWine Mumbai.

“The ProWine Mumbai was a real success and we are really proud to have been part of it with our 13 French producers in the Pavilion.” Ms. Mathilde Bertille, Trade Officer Agribusiness Department, Business France India.

“It was wonderful. It gave us the opportunity to introduce ourselves & meet different people in business.” Shruti Gaikwad, representing Consulate of Argentina.

Thomas Schlitt, MD, Messe Düsseldorf, India

Media Expo New Delhi 2021 Reunites Ad, Print And Signage Industry For The First-time Post-Lockdown

After a long hiatus on physical exhibitions, Messe Frankfurt India returns with its first-ever in-person exhibition in New Delhi. Held in India Expo Mart, Greater Noida. Media Expo New Delhi 2021 has emerged as a crucial business avenue for the physical advertising fraternity with more than 100 brands under its belt.

Starting the three-day spree of sourcing and business networking, the trade fair was inaugurated by:

Ÿ Mr Sunil Jain, President, Delhi

Printers Association (DPA) Ÿ Mr Kamal Chopra, President,

World Printing Communication

Forum (WPCF) Ÿ Mr Vinod Vittoba, Director,

Association for PRINT

Technologies ( formerly NPES) Ÿ Mr Shailesh Mehta, Managing

Director, Mehta Cad Cam Ÿ Mr Madhu Sudan Dadu, Chairman,

Colorjet Ÿ Mr Vitesh K Sharma, Country

Manager large format Business,

India Market- HP Inc. Ÿ Mr Rajiv Kalra, Director, Satyam

Acrylic Plastics Pvt. Ltd. Ÿ Mr Winston Pereira, General

Manager, Messe Frankfurt Trade

Fairs India Pvt Ltd

Commenting on the anticipated return of Media Expo, Mr Vinod Vittoba, Director, Association for PRINT Technologies (formerly NPES), shared: “Attending a physical event after a gap of almost 3 years is like a breath of fresh air. Media Expo New Delhi brought back the most essential element of our lives which is – human connect. It has given the industry a fertile platform to talk, bond, discuss, strategize and feel reality once again; which was severely missed. More than anything, it gives hope that very soon, exciting things are coming our way.”

Furthermore, Mr Kamal Chopra, President, World Printing Communication Forum (WPCF), spoke about the resilience of the print ad industry: “Times are changing and along with it the print technology is evolving. Even in past, printing industry has survived many drastic phases and it will definitely survive the current phase and continue to grow along with digitisation.”

Commenting on the restart of the face-toface exhibitions along with Media Expo New Delhi, Mr Raj Manek, Executive Director and Board Member, Messe Frankfurt Asia Holdings Ltd, said: “Extremely delighted to be a part of a physical exhibition after such a long time. The return of face-to-face exhibitions is quite a major event as it not only signifies the revival of the exhibition industry, but also plays a huge role in supply chain development of local businesses and contributes to the overall economic growth of India. Through Media Expo New Delhi 2021, Messe Frankfurt India aims to deliver strong value to the advertising segment by providing a perfect avenue for product sourcing, networking and knowledge sharing.”

Leading manufacturers in OOH media, including: Arrow Digital, Colorjet, HP India, Mehta Cad Cam, Mimaki, Monotech, Rextone, Orafol, Silicon Infotech and Timex Bond among others have put their latest product developments on display for the event.

Top innovations from the showfloors

Media Expo New Delhi 2021 showcases a wide variety of products and cuttingedge technology in OOH advertising, including:

Ÿ Launch of new 4th Generation HP

Latex Printers by HP India Ÿ UV curing technology ensures immediate drying, saving up to 90% of the production time Ÿ Canon Colorado Series powered by

UVgel technology, and EFI Pro 16h

LED UV Hybrid Printer by Arrow

Digital

Raj Manek, ED & Board Member, Messe Frankfurt Asia Holdings Ltd

Ÿ ATOMIC and CYCLONE series of LED curable inks for wide format applications by Kao Ÿ DURAWALL a digitally printable wall media by Duracoat serves as an alternative for hand painted bills on masonry walls is water activated and made from locally available raw materials Ÿ i-Jet by True Colors Solutions &

Technologies India Pvt Ltd is an advanced solvent printer with

Japanese technology and intelligent print head control system Ÿ Polyfix Combo Kit and Polyfix Nonwhitening Instant Glue by Benson

Polymers Ltd Ÿ Launch of high-quality Skycut

Cutting Plotters by Skycut, used for precise cutting of stickers, labels, vinyl, etc

One of the leading exhibitors at Media Expo New Delhi 2021, Mr Vitesh Sharma, Country Manager, Large Format Production Business, HP India, shared: “There could not have been a better platform than Media Expo to display our newly launched 4th generation latex printers, for the first time in India. It is really exciting to have our first-physical interaction with our industry partners, customers and ‘who ’ s who’ of the industry after a long time.

Apart from the innovations on its buzzing show floors, the trade fair has become a centre-place for business networking and invaluable exchanges with industry peers and professionals converging from all across the country for the first-time after the pandemic induced lockdown.

Marking the return of Messe Frankfurt India ’ s physical exhibitions, Media Expo New Delhi 2021 is equipped to provide a safe and secure platform for product sourcing and B2B engagements, which it will continue to deliver throughout its two outstanding days.

TAAI Shares Inputs On Promoting Rail Tourism With Government Through PPP Model

In a meeting with the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, the Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) has shared its inputs with the government on giving impetus to rail tourism in India. Attending the meeting virtually on behalf of the association, Bettaiah Lokesh, Honorary Secretary General, TAAI and Anoop Kanuga, Chairman – Tourism Services Council, Managing Committee Member shared inputs on how rail tourism products can be better promoted in the country with the help and support of travel trade. This was the second meeting after first such meeting was attended by President, Jyoti Mayal earlier.

Second meeting on the same day was chaired by the Union Railways minister at the Rail Bhawan in New Delhi where all travel and tourism associations were invited. Among various suggestions, TAAI gave emphasis on travel agents and tour operators working very closely with government to promote rail products and how they should be mandatorily commissionable to them. “This is a potentially fantastic railtourism product. This should certainly create an initial impetus for private capital to participate in public services to create incredible stories around Indian Tourism,” the association mentioned.

Ÿ A detailed costs structure of train operations to enable a pro- forma

P&L, cash flow & NPV analysis. Ÿ If the fixed costs instead of being paid quarterly can have a mortgage period and be paid two years into the concession. Ÿ If the lease can be given an NOC to be provided as a collateral to take bank funding against the concession. Ÿ The possibility of passing on depreciation benefits of coach retrofitting to the concessionaire to enable a more financially attractive model. Ÿ If there would be service level agreements on train timings and maintenance uptime between railways and the concessionaire and whether those can made linked to reduced fixed costs in case of their non-compliance. Ÿ Since for Railways it is a new marginal product without incremental capital costs, can a much lower fixed cost and marginal cost structure be explored for this concession to enable promoting the product Ÿ The guidance of making this product mandatorily commissionable to travel agents & tour operators in India. Ÿ Possibility of creating a sub- brand -

Incredible Indian Tourism Trains to provide overall branding support to the concessionaires.

“ITPO Deserves Appreciation For Projecting Resilence Of Indian Economy AT IITF2021” Says Shri Naqvi Presenting Awards For Excellence In Display

Complimenting the India Trade Promotion Organisation(ITPO) for holding a very successful edition of ththe 40 edition of India International Trade Fair (IITF), Shri Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi, the Hon'ble Minister for Minority Affairs, Government of India pointed out that IITF 2021 has remained highly successful with enhanced number of participants despite all challenges and time constraints and the organizers deserve all appreciation. He said that the event has generated brisk business in the fair including 'Hunar Haat' wherein around 300 participants with around 1000 artisans and craftsmen took part from different regions where there were a wide range of awesome handicraft and handloom products on display. The event reflected India's intrinsic strength of 'Swadesi', he added. He was speaking at the Award Presentation Ceremony of IITF, concluded at Hall No.5, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, today. Present on the occasion were Shri L. C. Goyal, Chairman and Managing Director, ITPO, and Shri Vibhu Nayar, Executive Director, ITPO, participants from India and abroad and media persons . Announcing the theme of next IITF “VOCAL FOR LOCAL, LOCAL TO GO GLOBAL”, Shri L.C. Goyal hoped that the next edition of the event would be the largest ever after completion of the remaining IECC project of the Pragati Maidan. He informed that the as per preliminary reports and estimation, the fair has generated an economic activity of Rs.1000 crore which is an indication of economy fast returning to normal in the post pandemic situation. Shri Goyal expressed his happiness over the participation response and enthusiasm of the visitors who were also eager to see the New Exhibition Complex at Pragati Maidan. He also appreciated the co-operation of People of Delhi & NCR and from other parts of the country to follow the Covid-19 protocols. He hoped that the next edition of the IITF would be organized with a record participation. Complimenting all the Award winners in different categories, Shri Goyal appreciated participants and visitors for their continued faith in IITF format. He also appreciated Delhi Police, Delhi Traffic Police, Delhi Metro and other law enforcement agencies for making the event incident free. The Awards for Excellence in Display were presented by the Hon'ble Union Minister of Minority Affairs, Shri Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi in different categories. Significantly, Bihar honoured with the Gold Medals as the Partner State as well as in the State/UT Category, while both of the Focus States, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand were also awarded the Gold Medal, in the State/UT Categories. Assam was conferred the Silver

Medal, Kerala the Bronze medals while Madhya Pradesh was given with the special appreciation. Coir Board won the Gold Medal, the Ministry of

Minority Affairs (Hunar Haat) bagged the Silver while the Ministry of Ayush and Ministry of Health &

Family Welfare were honored with the Bronze Medals. The Securities and Exchange Board of India(SEBI) and National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC), Ministry of Cooperation were commended with special appreciation in the Ministries & Deptt./PSU & PSB and Commodity Boards. In the Foreign Sector, the Gold Medal was conferred to Syed Junaid Alam W.L.L (Bahrain), Bangladesh High Commission won the Silver, Tillo Hediyelik Esya Sanayi (Turkey) received the Bronze while, Silver Palace (Iran) was honored with special appreciation. In the Private Sector, Shri Shyam Tilpatti Udyog, Flora Appliances Pvt. Ltd., Wooden Art received the Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals respectively, R.D.M Care (India) Pvt. Ltd. and Pansari Industries were commended with the special appreciations. In his 'Vote of Thanks”, Shri Vibhu Nayar, Executive Director, ITPO also commended the 'Team ITPO' as well as all supporting agencies for putting their best foot forward on logistics, business generation, participation, security and access control measures and visitorship.

Shri Vibhu Nayar, IAS, Executive Director, ITPO

IndiAirport In Noida - A Joint Project Of GATE, IFWexpo Heidelberg And The Indian Radeecal Communications

Indian aviation industry is booming. The government plans to privatize up to 35 airports and build 100 more by 2024. The Indian Airport Authority announced investments in the billions. Reason enough for GATE to strengthen its presence and commitment on the Asian subcontinent in the interest of its member companies. The inclusion of IndiAirport in the German government's foreign trade fair program fits in with this. On the Indian side, the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry is the patron of the fair. The marketing concept is aimed specifically at Indian airport authorities and the growing number of private operating companies.

In order to make contact with decisionmakers around the world, international airport trade shows are a fixed date in GATE's calendar. The association also focuses in particular on the growing markets in Asia and Africa. "It wasn't just yesterday that we set our sights on India as an important market. After all, civil aviation is one of the country's fastest growing industries," comments Jens Reinhard, managing director of GATE. According to current studies, India is expected to become the third largest market in the industry by 2024. In the next ten years, the country is even expected to overtake China and the USA. „We are delighted to have the opportunity to rebuild our presence and commitment on the ground," Reinhard summarizes.

Now that funding has been approved by the Association of the German Trade Fair Industry (AUMA), planning has begun for the first IndiAirport, which will be held at the India Expo Centre Mart in Noida from November 22 to 24, 2022. “We are expecting a total of 3,000 visitors and 100 exhibitors," reports Stefan Kresse, Managing Director of IFWexpo Heidelberg GmbH, which is responsible for organizing IndiAirport. He further announces that there will be a German Day with a panel discussion where the German industry can get in direct contact with the Indian airport authorities. "We are sure that the new show will be a great success with our partners from Germany" says Sanyal Desai, CEO Radeecal Communications and organizer of the new fair.

Numerous members of GATE have already expressed their interest in participating. "We are pleased to be able to present ourselves together with GATE at the first IndiAirport. In addition to the size of the Indian market, the speed of development and appetite for innovation is also of particular importance. Both the regulators and the airports as core customers are extremely progressive and ambitious in their thinking. "Harald Jentsch, Head of Airports & Baggage Screening + Head of Air Cargo Screening at Smith Detection.