National 13 November 2026
Union Minister Piyush Goyal to Inaugurate 45th India International Trade Fair on November 13
Why in the News?
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry **Piyush Goyal** will inaugurate the **45th India International Trade Fair (IITF 2026)** at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on November 13. Organised by the India Trade Promotion Organisation (**ITPO**), the fair will run from November 14 to 27, 2026.
Official Theme of IITF 2026:
> **"Vikas aur Virasat" (Development and Heritage)**
Key Features / Major Points:
- Partner and Focus States:
- **Partner States:** Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh.
- **Focus States:** Assam, Delhi, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.
- Key Pavilions & Scale:
- **Hall of Inspiration (Hall 14):** Showcasing ~600 Indian start-ups in deep-tech, agri-tech, drones, space, healthcare, and ed-tech.
- **ODOP Pavilion:** Participation from 21 States showcasing district-level crafts, cuisine, and traditional skills.
- **International Participation:** Exhibitors from 11 countries including Thailand, Iran, Ghana, Nepal, Afghanistan, UAE, Turkey, China, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.
- Over 3,500 exhibitors across 17 halls, with participation from 32 States/UTs and 51 Central Ministries/PSUs.
- Inaugural Cultural Performance:
- Features an Odissi recital by Padma Shri awardee **Guru Madhavi Mudgal** and her troupe.
- Event Schedule & Ticketing:
- **November 14 to 18:** Designated as Business Days (B2B).
- **November 19 to 27:** Open to the General Public.
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Static GK Facts:
- India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO):
- Established: **April 1, 1977** | Headquarters: **New Delhi**.
- Nodal Agency under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry | Chairman & MD: **Jawed Ashraf**.
- Bharat Mandapam Complex:
- Location: Pragati Maidan, New Delhi | Inauguration: July 2023 (Hosted the 18th G20 Summit in 2023).
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Where is the 45th India International Trade Fair (IITF 2026) being held?
A: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
Q: What is the official theme of the 45th IITF 2026?
A: Vikas aur Virasat (Development and Heritage)
Q: Which four states are designated as 'Partner States' for IITF 2026?
A: Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh
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