The event’s second edition, The UP International Trade Show inaugurated by The Hon’ble Vice-President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, will run from September 25 to 29, 2024, at the India Expo Centre & Mart in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. and it’s expected to be huge, with entrepreneurs, B2C/B2B domestic and international buyers, marketers, and decision-makers all under one roof.
Shri Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh; Shri Jitan Ram Manji, Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Govt. of India, Shri Nand Gopal Gupta ‘Nandi’, Minister of Industrial Development, Export Promotion, NRI, Investment Promotion, Govt. of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Rakesh Sachan, Minister of MSME, Khadi and Villages Industries, Sericulture Industries, Handloom and Textile, Govt. of Uttar Pradesh and other dignitaries were also present on the occasion.
The focus sectors of the expo include various industries such as kitchenware, home décor, furniture, fashion accessories, textiles, and carpets. The state government is also promoting the event as part of its efforts to achieve a USD 1 trillion economy. This Expo aims to provide a platform for micro, small, medium, and large enterprises in Uttar Pradesh to showcase, sell, and expand their reach to a wider customer base in India and overseas. It’s also an opportunity for the state to promote its development model and showcase its products and services.
The Hon’ble Vice-President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar on the occasion stated that Bharat is now one of the most buoyant economies in the world and a favorite destination for global investment. Delivering the inaugural address he said, “Today, Bharat is a near $4 trillion economy that has 8% growth prospects for decades to come. India is now a global happening place and Uttar Pradesh, the state bubbling with activity”.
Praising the country’s infrastructure development, he cited the addition of 8 new airports annually, the rapid expansion of metro systems, and the daily construction of 28 kilometers of highway. He pointed to the 12 new industrial zones taking shape under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, which will boost manufacturing and position India to capitalize on emerging technologies like AI, electric mobility, and semiconductors.
Additionally, Bharat’s remarkable leap from “Made in India” to “Conceptualize, Design, and Make in India” He noted that India is now engaged in its concept evolution, with both multinational corporations and Indian companies adopting a synergetic stance.
This event, Shri Dhankhar remarked, aligns with Prime Minister Modi’s vision of an ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat‘ and embraces the motto of ‘Local to Global.’ “First, it was ‘Vocal for Local,’ and now we are taking it to the next level with ‘Local to Global.’ India’s progress is evident in various sectors, and this trade show serves as the right epicenter to propel that growth,” he added.
Commending the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Shri Yogi Adityanath, the Vice President highlighted how Uttar Pradesh, once plagued with challenges, has been transformed into a beacon of progress and development. “Nothing is more important for investment than Law and order. Law and order defines Democracy and the CM of UP Yogi Adityanath defines Law and order!” he noted.
He lauded Uttar Pradesh’s transformation into Uttam Pradesh under the synergy between Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision and Chief Minister Shri Yogi Adityanath’s execution. He highlighted that this same synergy is propelling India’s transformation towards a Viksit Bharat by 2047.
He said, “In this phenomenal economic upsurge and unprecedented infrastructure growth across the nation, the largest state of Uttar Pradesh is playing a pivotal role, unlike the scenario that existed a few years ago.” The Vice President expressed confidence that under CM Yogi Adityanath’s able leadership, Uttar Pradesh will achieve its target of becoming a $1 trillion economy by 2027, contributing significantly to India’s emergence as a $5 trillion economy.
He highlighted the significance of showcasing Vietnam as the Partner Country at the trade show, describing it as a natural partnership that will foster cultural and economic exchanges between the two nations while strengthening the resolve for a greater role for the Global South in international affairs. “Vietnam has an impressive GDP of $435 billion, and we look forward to witnessing their exceptional products and innovative manufacturing practices”, the VP said.
He emphasized the significant advancements in India’s infrastructure, stating, “We now have the world’s second-largest metro network, and the number of cities with airports has doubled from 70 to 140. India is the largest connected nation globally, with over 800 million broadband users.” He further highlighted the impact of digital technologies, which have enabled housing for 170 million people, health coverage for 60 million, and loans for 58 million small businesses annually.
“In terms of digital financial transactions, India records the highest globally, with 13 billion transactions per month. Additionally, we boast the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem, featuring 117 unicorns and the third-largest purchasing power in the world,” he noted.
He also underscored the importance of the semiconductor industry, stating, “This industry, which is critical to our growth, is projected to surpass $55 billion by 2026. I have no doubt this century belongs to Bharat”, he noted.
With its vast resources, burgeoning population, and strategic location, Uttar Pradesh is emerging as a growth engine propelling India’s economic trajectory. The Vice President stated, “Uttar Pradesh is no longer a sleeping giant; it is now a state in action, leveraging its strengths such as fertile land, a young workforce, religious tourism, and a vibrant ecosystem of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).”
Recalling the past, he noted, “A decade ago, our economy was staggering, and the mood of the nation was shaky. But the last decade has seen an unprecedented transformation.
Finally, he called for collective effort, stating, “Ladies and gentlemen, as we advance, we are witnessing a new dawn for Uttar Pradesh—a future where our nation stands tall as a global leader in trade, innovation, and cultural heritage.”
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on the occasion said Uttar Pradesh has the largest Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) base in the country, emphasizing that this sector is the second-largest job creator after agriculture and has played a significant role in the state’s transformation into an industrial powerhouse. He noted that the Ganga Expressway, the longest in the country, is set to connect western and eastern Uttar Pradesh, with efforts underway to make it operational before the Prayagraj Mahakumbh in 2025.
Adityanath expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Vietnamese team for their participation as a partner state in the show. The Vietnamese delegation also featured artists showcasing traditional arts. Vietnamese companies will soon invest in the food processing and IT sectors in Uttar Pradesh, said the state government.
He expressed confidence that the five-day trade show will effectively showcase the state’s products, potential, cultural specialties, and social diversity on a global platform.
He noted that over 2,500 exhibitors and more than 350 foreign buyers have already confirmed their attendance. The Vice-President and dignitaries visited the exhibition on the premises.
The trade show is organized in an expansive area of more than 110,000 square meters. The event is a golden platform and opportunity for all levels of enterprises of Uttar Pradesh – micro, small, medium, and large, to exhibit their products, engage in sales, and broaden their reach both domestically and internationally.
This is a great show that showcases the entire range of recognized and unrecognized products, manufacturers, and suppliers of the state of Uttar Pradesh. This show is an ideal platform for Indian and foreign audiences, business visitors, and other stakeholders who are directly or indirectly associated with the development model of the state of Uttar Pradesh.
Expo gives opportunity to new entrants to showcase their distinctive artifacts and innovations as state govt promotes initiative to Indian art heritage. “Ornaet” is one such organization who are working to contribute to preserving and promoting forgotten art forms of India. Ornate was formally launched at the UP International Trade Fair also.
Lekha Subharwal-Director, Ornate said that it was initiated by two women artists from Noida, and was established to contribute towards preserving and promoting some of the forgotten art forms of India. We especially deal with women’s wear and home décor depicting rare and extinct art forms exclusively handcrafted and created by rural artisans across India. Generational artists are now increasingly stopping practicing their art forms as it is not economically viable for them. “The mechanization of certain art forms has created an unjust competition for these artists, further reducing the demand for the handwork they are skilled for. Following the principles of Fair Trade, Ornate is establishing partnerships with generational artists from across the country to create their artwork on wearable art and home décor. Ornate uses hand-woven cloth to create these products.
Crafted into wearable art for women and home décor, Ornate has four distinguished product lines including Bandhan (various forms of embroidery such as Kasuti, Chamba Rumal, Dongaria Kondh, and Phulkari); Surkh (art that uses colors such as Bandhej, Block and Sanjhi), Ehsaas (paintings such as Pat Chitra, Bhil, and Mandala) and Tana Bana (weaving such as Banarasi and Chanderi).
The products created using these art forms include Sarees, Dupattas, Stoles, Kurtas, and Skirts in women’s wear and runners, coasters, cushion covers, and scented candles in home décor.
The show also featured a diverse array of food options available for purchase, including street food, traditional UP staples, and high-end continental cuisine at various locations within the trade fair site. In addition to shopping, attendees can enjoy a range of attractions, such as Uttar Pradesh cuisine, a look at UP, a fashion show, cultural programs, a lucky draw, and knowledge sessions will also be there.
