Bharat Tex 2026, the third edition of the textile and apparel trade exhibition, is being held from 14–17 July 2026 at Bharat Mandapam (Pragati Maidan) and Yashobhoomi in New Delhi. The event is organised by the Bharat Tex Trade Federation with support from the Ministry of Textiles.
Event profile and scale
- Edition & venues: Third edition; venues are Bharat Mandapam (Pragati Maidan) and Yashobhoomi (India International Convention and Expo Center), New Delhi.
- Exhibition area: Over 1.6 million sq ft across multiple halls and outdoor spaces.
- Footfall and exhibits: Projected >7,000 buyers, ~130,000 trade visitors and over 20,000 textile products from 20+ countries.
Business and policy components
- B2B/B2G meetings: More than 4,000 business-to-business meetings and 100+ business-to-government interactions planned.
- MoUs and sessions: 30+ Memoranda of Understanding anticipated; 100+ knowledge sessions including masterclasses and state sessions.
Themes and participation
- Core themes: Sustainability, circular economy, innovation, Industry 5.0, digital transformation, technical textiles, trade and export competitiveness.
- Sponsor states: Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu.
Strategic linkages
- Value chain coverage: Event spans fibre, yarn, fabric, garment manufacturing and exports.
- International tie-up: Letter of Intent exchanged with Premiere Vision Paris for exhibition collaboration and export promotion.
IASPOINT Booster Facts
- Bharat Tex Trade Federation: Consortium of Textile Export Promotion Councils and industry bodies.
- Yashobhoomi: Official name for the India International Convention and Expo Center in New Delhi.
- Bharat Mandapam: Alternate designation for the redeveloped Pragati Maidan complex.