10th India International Footwear Fair kicks off in New Delhi, focuses on trade, manufacturing and global partnerships
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The three-day B2B event is being organised by the India Trade Promotion Organisation under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, in association with the Confederation of Indian Footwear Industries.
The exhibition, spread across Hall No. 5 (Ground Floor) and Hall No. 6 at Bharat Mandapam.
The 10th India International Footwear Fair (IIFF) 2026 will be held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi from August 6 to 8, bringing together domestic and international players across the footwear value chain to promote trade, innovation and manufacturing excellence.
The three-day business-to-business (B2B) event is being organised by the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, in association with the Confederation of Indian Footwear Industries (CIFI).
The exhibition, spread across Hall No. 5 (Ground Floor) and Hall No. 6 at Bharat Mandapam, will serve as a platform for manufacturers, exporters, importers, sourcing professionals, retailers, distributors, designers, technology providers and other industry stakeholders to explore business opportunities and strengthen trade partnerships.
The inaugural ceremony is scheduled for 11 am on August 6, with addresses by Jawed Ashraf, Chairman, ITPO, Dr Neeraj Kharwal, Managing Director, ITPO, and the Chairman of CIFI.
The exhibition will feature a wide range of products and solutions, including finished footwear, footwear components, machinery, chemicals, leather and synthetic materials, manufacturing technologies, equipment and allied services. It aims to facilitate supply chain integration, encourage strategic collaborations and showcase the latest trends and innovations in footwear manufacturing.
This year's edition will also see participation from exhibitors from China and Taiwan, providing opportunities for global sourcing, technology exchange, business networking and market expansion. The presence of overseas exhibitors is expected to strengthen international trade ties and foster new commercial partnerships.
According to the organisers, IIFF has evolved into a key platform for promoting innovation, technological advancement and export competitiveness in India's footwear industry. The event also aligns with the government's objective of strengthening domestic manufacturing capabilities and positioning India as a global hub for footwear production and exports.
The organisers expect the three-day fair to attract manufacturers, exporters, importers, institutional buyers, sourcing professionals, retailers, distributors, trade associations and business visitors from India and overseas, reinforcing its position as one of the country's leading B2B trade events for the footwear sector.
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