NEW DELHI: The India International Trade Fair begins its business-visitor phase at Bharat Mandapam on Saturday, 14 November. Families and other general visitors will have to wait until 19 November, when the public-entry phase begins.
The distinction matters for anyone planning a weekend visit: 14–18 November is reserved for business-to-business visitors, according to the Commerce Ministry’s visitor arrangements. General Days run from 19 to 27 November.
Check the visit date before booking
The announced fair hours are 10 am to 7.30 pm, with general-public entry closing at 5.30 pm. Tickets are available through the official ITPO booking portal, the IITF 2026 app and 55 Delhi Metro stations. Check the applicable date and visitor category before paying.
Senior citizens and persons with disabilities are eligible for free entry on General Days with a valid government-issued identity document.
Assam among the focus states
Assam is one of four Focus States, alongside Delhi, Jharkhand and West Bengal. The ministry’s programme lists more than 3,500 exhibitors across 17 halls, with participation from 32 states and Union territories.
The 45th edition carries the theme “Vikas aur Virasat”. ITPO’s event listing includes the 13 November opening day; the visitor programme distinguishes that from the business-access period starting on 14 November.
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