ग्रेटर नोएडा में कल से शुरू होगा हैंडिक्राफ्ट का महाकुंभ, 62वां IHGF दिल्ली फेयर का आगाज

62nd IHGF Delhi Fair – Autumn 2026
13th– 17th October 2026; India Expo Centre, Greater Noida Comprehensive Super Edition brings the Best of India Handmade to IHGF Delhi Fair-Autumn 2026*

Diverse Exhibitor and Product Spectrum for Global Market Requirements
Buyer Footfall from around 100 Countries to engage with 3000+ Exhibitors across 17 Halls and 900 Permanent Showrooms

*Trend Booth, Young Designers Collective, Regional Crafts, Curated Handloom and Handicraft Artisanpreneur Participation, Knowledge Sessions and more, to enrich the sourcing experience*

*Delhi/NCR – 12th October 2026* – IHGF Delhi Fair, the internationally acclaimed and sought-after trade platform, is all set for its 62nd edition – Autumn 2026, scheduled from 13th to 17th October 2026 at the India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida. Organised by the Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) and hosted at India Exposition Mart Limited (IEML), the fair brings together India’s diverse craftsmanship, design capabilities and product innovation on a global sourcing platform.

Continuing to evolve with the changing expectations of exhibitors, buyers and industry stakeholders, the fair reinforces its position as a progressive and future-ready trade platform. Through a dynamic fusion of products and designs, it presents an extensive spectrum of offerings suited to diverse lifestyles and living spaces, while opening up numerous possibilities for sustainable living. With Home, Lifestyle, Fashion, Furnishing, Furniture and Interior as its main segments, the edition is spread across 17 halls and encompasses 16 prominent product divisions, including Home Décor and Accents; Home Furnishing, Carpets & Rugs; Textiles & Linen; Gifts & Premiums; Interiors; Furniture; Fashion Jewellery; Bags & Accessories; Lamps & Lighting Accessories; Outdoor and Garden; Aroma, Spa & Lifestyle; Christmas and Festive Décor; Kitchen and Dinnerware; Bathroom Accessories; Cane, Bamboo, Paper & Eco-Friendly Products and Toys & Accessories.

Speaking on the occasion, *Dr. Neeraj Khanna, Chairman, EPCH* , said, “Over the past three decades, the IHGF Delhi Fair has grown into a trusted sourcing platform for global buyers and Indian exporters. With a significant influx of quality buyers from around the world, our exhibitors are committed to make this edition a pivotal platform for the Indian handicraft sector. As we enter another buying season, we look forward to meaningful business networking and productive matchmaking between international buyers and India’s handicraft exporters, as well as the countless artisans whose gifted hands sustain this vibrant sector.”

“The international sourcing fraternity is looking up to India. Labour-intensive sectors such as handicrafts have remained an important focus in India’s recent trade negotiations. Trade agreements with the UAE, Australia, UK, Oman, New Zealand and EFTA are expected to provide improved market access for Indian exporters. Buyer registrations resonate with this. We are well positioned to expand our footprint across European markets, with strong buyer participation expected from these countries.” *Dr. Khanna* further added

Reflecting on IHGF Delhi Fair’s journey of taking India to the world and connecting the world to India, *Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Director General in the role of Chief Mentor, EPCH and Chairman, IEML* , said, “Since its inception in 1994, IHGF Delhi Fair has evolved into one of the world’s most relevant marketplaces and a preferred destination for global buyers. Over three decades, it has championed India’s exceptional craftsmanship and expanding capabilities, creating meaningful business opportunities for manufacturers, exporters and artisans. This edition carries that legacy forward with a rich showcase of India’s finest crafts, bold, design-led collections and new ventures, bringing buyers and suppliers together to unlock fresh opportunities for growth and collaboration.”

Highlighting the specially curated attractions designed to enrich the sourcing experience, *Mr. Sagar Mehta, Vice Chairman, EPCH* , stated, “Designed as an immersive sourcing and networking experience, the current edition introduces several notable highlights, including décor-utility and furnishing collections from leading manufacturing clusters, a strong showcase of innovative product developments and fresh offerings by emerging start-ups. A rich and engaging sourcing experience awaits visitors, with Regional Displays featuring exclusive themed presentations of artisan participation from Northeast and other parts of country. The fair also features a Trend Booth and curated collections by select handloom weavers and handicraft artisanpreneurs from across India, deputed by the Office of the Development Commissioners (Handlooms and Handicrafts). The Young Designers’ Collective brings together designers with established credentials in their respective fields, following their initial foundations at India’s premier design institutes.”

*Mr. Avdesh Aggarwal, President, IHGF Delhi Fair, Autumn 2026 Reception Committee* detailed, “Through this fair, EPCH facilitates a conducive business environment, bringing together the largest gathering of exhibitors and offering visiting buyers opportunities for one-to-one interactions with exporters. This enables them to source both ready collections and customised products tailored to their markets. Our exhibitors have worked tirelessly to present fresh product ranges aligned with upcoming seasons, reflecting the best that India has to offer. In turn, the enthusiastic response and pre-registrations from buyers across the globe reaffirm the fair’s stature as a preferred international sourcing hub.”

“This event reflects the strength of India’s young workforce and demographic dividend, who continue to transform challenges into opportunities through innovation and entrepreneurship. Harnessing India’s unmatched diversity and craftsmanship through this proven, progressive and indispensable global sourcing hub, we aspire to make India the preferred sourcing destination for all – from large wholesalers and importers to niche product buyers and retailers attending the fair” said *Mr. Pradip Muchhala, Vice President, IHGF Delhi Fair – Autumn 2026 Reception Committee* ”

Emphasising the importance of keeping exporters informed about emerging global trade trends and regulations, *Mr. Rajesh Kumar Jain, Vice President, IHGF Delhi Fair – Autumn 2026 Reception Committee* , added, “EPCH continues to organise engaging and informative sessions during the fair. ‘The Higher Quest’ during the fair features Seminars on topics like Global Buyer Trends 2027: What Will Sell in Home, Lifestyle, Fashion and Interiors?; Production & Sourcing in the World of AI and How Exporters can Navigate this Area; From Online Visibility to Verified Global Orders: AI, GEO and AEO for Exporters; European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) Compliance and Supply-Chain Traceability; Exporting to the European Union: Understanding Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) Compliance Requirements; India’s FTA Moment: New Gateways for Value Chains, Market Access and Sourcing Decisions; and Export Promotion Mission: Financial and Market-Support Opportunities for Handicraft Exporters.”

Commenting on buyer promotion initiatives, *Mr. Salman Azam, Vice President, IHGF Delhi Fair – Autumn 2026 Reception Committee* , said, “Our recent overseas participations and IHGF Delhi Fair buyer outreach initiatives, including one-to-one meetings and promotional activities at leading shows in the USA, Greece, France, Middle East and other markets, have been well received by the international buying community, with many buyers confirming their visit to IHGF Delhi Fair – Autumn 2026.”

“To give wide publicity to the fair, the Council has undertaken an extensive global promotion and publicity campaign through representation in key international markets, digital advertisements in international magazines and their digital editions, online portals, web banners and other platforms. Indian Embassies have also extended invitations to buyers and importers in their respective countries. The fair has also been widely covered across social media platforms. The visitor profile includes overseas buyers from across the globe, comprising wholesalers, distributors, chain stores, departmental stores, retailers, mail-order companies, brand owners, buying houses, designers and trend forecasters, besides buying representatives and domestic volume buyers.” *Mr. Priyesh Bhandari, Vice President, IHGF Delhi Fair – Autumn 2026 Reception Committee* , added further

Echoing this sentiment, *Mr. R B Lahoti, Vice President, IHGF Delhi Fair – Autumn 2026 Reception Committee* , added, “For the forthcoming edition, our focus is on creating a seamless and business-oriented experience for every visiting buyer through efficient navigation, meaningful buyer–exhibitor interactions and prompt sourcing facilitation. Participating exporters are being encouraged to present clearly defined collections, production capabilities, delivery schedules and market-specific proposals so that discussions can progress quickly from product discovery to serious business negotiations, qualified enquiries and long-term sourcing relationships”

*Mr. Rajesh Rawat, Executive Director, EPCH* highlighted that “in this edition Overseas buyers from around 100 countries, including Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Israel, Italy, Japan, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Viet Nam and many more are expected to visit the fair”.

“Representatives from companies and departmental stores who have already confirmed their visit include Ivsa Design, Argentina; Luxe Brands Group, Genex Designs, Australia; XXXLUTZ KG, Austria; Dekocandle, Belgium; Focus Textil, Brazil; Eslanto LLC, Sully Innovations Inc, Canada; Esschert Design, China; Schou Company, Denmark; Yliades, France; Trautz GmbH & Co.KG, KHG GmbH & Co. KG, Germany; Noa Paz studio, Israel; Casa Filato, Bizzotto Spa, Italy; Seggrate Co. Ltd., Japan; S.L. Trading Group Limited, Mexico; CC Interiors, New Zealand; Altom Ap, Poland; Al Maktab Al Qatari Al Hollandi Wll, Qatar; AlKaffary Group, Saudi Arabia; BohoHouse, Singapore; MDC – Home Furnishing, South Africa; Ofelia Home Decor, S.L., Spain; Nijwie Furniture, The Netherlands; MS Home Couture, Homecentre LLC, Landmark Group, UAE; Chelsea Textiles, Pieces For Places, United kingdom; Target, TJX Companies, Walmart Global Sourcing India Pvt Ltd, HomeGoods, Welspun, USA ” he added further

*Mr. Rawat* also updated that in recent editions, the fair has also welcomed volume retail buying from renowned domestic players. “Facilitating the fast-changing retail landscape in India, fuelled by renewed buying dynamics and a growing quest for international designs and premium products, IHGF Delhi Fair continues to host buying and sourcing consultants as well as visitors from major Indian retail and online brands and domestic volume buyers, including Aditya Birla Fashion, Archies, Bombay Swadeshi Stores, Chumbak Design Pvt. Ltd, Fabindia Limited, Home Essentials, Lifestyle International, Lulu Group, Miniso Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd, Reliance Retail, Shoppers Stop, Spencer Retail, Trent Limited, and many more have confirmed their visit to the show.”

EPCH is a nodal institute for promoting exports of handicrafts from the Country to various destinations of the world and projecting India’s image abroad as reliable supplier of high quality of handicrafts. The overall Handicraft exports during the year 2025-26 was Rs. 33,168 Crores (US $ 3,754 Million) as informed by *Mr. Rajesh Rawat, Executive Director, EPCH* .
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*Mr. Rajesh Rawat, Executive Director – EPCH*
+91 9810423612

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