Overview

• Uttar Pradesh will host eight-day trade shows across all 75 districts from October 9 to 16, providing free stalls to entrepreneurs.
• Swadeshi Melas will run for about 9–10 days in every district before Diwali to promote indigenous products and ensure GST cuts reach buyers.
• Construction has begun on three Unity Malls in Lucknow, Varanasi and Agra with central funding to showcase ODOP and district products.
• UPITS 2025 concluded in Greater Noida with over 2,200 stalls, 500 international buyers, more than 24,400 business meetings, 2,400 MoUs and reported trade of ₹11,200 crore.
• Union Minister Piyush Goyal urged passing on the 'GST Savings Festival' benefits to consumers, promoted swadeshi purchasing and highlighted ODOP’s nationwide expansion.