Central Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh inaugurated the five-day IIGF Delhi Fair 2026 at India Expo Center and Mart in Greater Noida. The fair, organized by EPCH, aims to promote Indian handicraft products to global markets and strengthen business relations with international buyers. During the inauguration, Central Minister Giriraj Singh emphasized promoting handicraft exports and increasing youth participation. He urged organizers to make efforts to connect 10 percent of youth with export trade through the fair. He said this would encourage new entrepreneurs and increase employment opportunities. Giriraj Singh said that despite conflicts among many countries globally, buyers from more than 125 countries have arrived at this fair held in India. He also mentioned the increase in the number of buyers compared to previous events and a rise of about 25 percent in India's handicraft exports. Additionally, he emphasized the target of taking handicraft exports to one trillion dollars. The Central Minister said that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, India has advanced trade relations with 40 countries. He also mentioned the possibility of free trade agreements with 56 countries in the coming time. IIGF Delhi Fair 2026 is a business-to-business event, providing an opportunity for Indian handicraft exporters and international buyers to come together. The fair focuses on promoting the diversity of Indian handicrafts, traditional craft skills, and products to global markets.

Byter — Giriraj Singh, Central Textiles Minister