Overview
- The 44th India International Trade Fair runs from November 14 to 27 at Bharat Mandapam, with thousands reported visiting on Sunday.
- The DDP-led display features models across land, naval and aerospace systems along with indigenous small arms, with participation from all 16 DPSUs and iDEX-backed startups.
- Delhi Police and forensic demonstrations highlight modern tools such as the voice-activated Say Help app, crime-scene kits and a Forensic Science Laboratory van.
- Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh are partner states for this edition, and Jharkhand is the focus state.
- Organised by ITPO, the fair serves as a national marketplace where MSMEs, artisans and startups connect with buyers and secure post-fair orders.