New Delhi, 10 Nov (KNN) The India International Trade Fair 2021 will be inaugurated by Union Minister of Commerce, Industry and Textile, Piyush Goyal on 14th November, 2021 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

The 40th edition of IITF, a magnum of India Trade Promotion Organization(ITPO) represents India in totality as an ideal destination for numerous business and investment opportunities.

This year, the fair assumes a special significance as it coincides with celebrations of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’- 75 years of India’s Independence.

The fair is being organised including at the New Exhibition Complex at Pragati Maidan.

Being an integral component of the ongoing iconic International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre (IECC) project, the Complex comprising four New Modern Exhibition Halls which was inaugurated by the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, on 13th October, 2021.

The Fair focuses on its theme, "Aatmanirbhar Bharat", which aims to promote investment and self-reliance in diverse sectors to meet domestic demand and be a part of global supply chain eco-system.

It highlights the outstanding performance of Indian entrepreneurs who have shown exemplary commitment to excel despite all odds due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Importantly, IITF offers an ideal platform to showcase Indian products under the ‘Vocal for Local’ campaign, and infuse renewed confidence and vigour in the Indian economy.

The event will be organised in a safe and secure environment with all COVID protocols in place.

With nearly 3000 exhibitors from India and abroad, IITF 2021 is being held in a total area of 70,000 sq.mtr. –almost three times that in the previous edition in 2019.  Bihar is the Partner State, while Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand are the Focus States.

Countries like Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bahrain, Kyrgyzstan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, UAE, Tunisia and Turkey will participate in the event.

Participation of SARAS, JUTE Manufactures Development Council, Small and Medium Enterprises, Handlooms, handicrafts, Coir Board, Small Scale Industries, Khadi & Village Industries, Cottage Industries, etc., will display the achievements of traditional sectors in order to reinforce their local strength and global appeal.

ITPO has introduced transparent online system for booking of stalls and other services, online registration for dignitaries during first five days, mobile application for the fair and LED screens for display of information.