Exhibitors From 17 Countries, Msmes And Start-Ups Showcase Their Offerings At AAHAR

(MENAFN- KNN India) New Delhi, Mar 14 (KNN) The 40th edition of international food and hospitality fair AAHAR witnessed participation from over 1,800 exhibitors from 17 countries, showcasing a wide range of food products, processed foods, beverages, food processing technologies, packaging solutions and hospitality equipment.

AAHAR 2026 concluded today at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, drawing participation from industry stakeholders, global exhibitors and buyers.

An official release said that the exhibition witnessed over 1.5 lakh visitors and facilitated more than 2,800 B2B meetings between exhibitors and buyers from India and overseas. The AAHAR platform provided a significant platform for MSMEs and start-ups, enabling them to showcase innovative products and technologies while connecting with domestic and international buyers.

Several new firms from the food and beverage sector utilised the platform to explore partnerships, expand market access and strengthen their presence in global value chains.

The exhibition also featured several special events such as Culinary Art India 2026, the Hospitality Challenge, industry seminars and interactive sessions.

Organised by the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry in association with the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), the trade fair was inaugurated on 10 March 2026.

"The strong participation reflects the growing opportunities in India's food sector and the increasing interest in partnerships and trade. Initiatives such as AAHAR support the vision of positioning India as a global hub for processed food by promoting innovation, encouraging MSMEs and generating employment across the sector," Javed Ashraf, Chairman, ITPO.

Over the past four decades, AAHAR has emerged as one of Asia's leading B2B exhibitions for the food processing and hospitality industry, offering an effective platform for Indian enterprises, exporters and global companies to connect, collaborate and explore new trade opportunities.

The next edition of AAHAR is scheduled from March 2-6, 2027.

(KNN Bureau)

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