The 53rd edition of the IHGF Delhi Fair concluded successfully as approximately 4,856 buyers and buying representatives from 92 countries visited the fair that resulted in business enquiries worth Rs. 3,650 crore.
A valedictory ceremony was also organised in which were present Raj K Malhotra, Chairman, EPCH, Dr. Rakesh Kumar, DG, EPCH & Chairman, IEML; Members of Committee of Administration, EPCH and RK Verma, Executive Director, EPCH.
Patronised by the international sourcing community, the IHGF Delhi Fair had 2,596 exhibitors.
Sustainability has been at the fore as many buyers sought eco-friendly and compliant ranges in home and lifestyle products. European buyers have sourced interesting regular use bags as alternatives to plastics, amongst other home products.
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RK Malhotra said, “Our buyers have been happy to see that we share the global concern towards saving the environment. They have liked the products displayed by our exhibitors and all confirming to prevalent and upcoming trends in international markets because of which they are in high demand.”
Dr. Rakesh Kumar said, “Today, while many established players (manufacturers/exporters) in India have taken decisive steps to be socially as well as environmentally responsible and compliant, and are certified, there are many artisans and manufacturers at the grassroots level whose business model is essentially centred on sustainability. We have brought them to the forefront through this fair.”
Ajai Shankar Memorial Awards were also given to the exhibitors for Best Design Display. In Home Textiles, Furnishings and Floor Coverings, award was given to Ayush Behal of Alpha Corporation, Ludhiana (Gold); Chirag and Sanya Parnami of Seen Unseen, Jaipur (Silver).
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