Excerpts from Rakesh Kumar, Chairman – IEML and Director. General of EPCH addressing today at the UPITS 2026 roadshow : Industry Outreach Programme for Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2026
The Industry Outreach Programme witnessed the participation of a distinguished gathering of overseas buyers from various countries, senior government officials, diplomatic representatives, export promotion councils, industry associations, investors, startups, and business leaders.
The event was graced by senior officials from the Government of Uttar Pradesh, including representatives from the Noida Authority, Greater Noida Authority, Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA), the District Magistrate’s Office, and other government departments. The gathering also included key representatives from several Export Promotion Councils and trade bodies.
Among the prominent dignitaries present were Secretary General of the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC); senior representatives from FIEO, PHDCCI, EEPC India, and the Basic Chemicals, Export Promotion Council (CHEMEXCIL). Members of the diplomatic community from Indonesia, Hungary, Vietnam, and other countries also attended the programme. Representatives from FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO), industry associations, and leading trade bodies, including the Indian Dairy Association, were also present.
The organisers expressed their gratitude to all participants for sparing their valuable time and contributing to the success of the event.
The programme highlighted the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS) as a major platform for promoting investment, exports, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the state. Through this industry outreach initiative, stakeholders from across the business ecosystem—including exporters, investors, startups, industry associations, and entrepreneurs—were invited to collaborate in accelerating Uttar Pradesh’s growth journey.
The Rakesh Kumar emphasised that the event underscored the importance of partnerships, trade facilitation, and business networking in strengthening the state’s economic development and global competitiveness.
Rakesh Kumar warmly invited participants to attend the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2026, scheduled to be held from 25–29 September 2026 at the India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida. The organisers extended a heartfelt welcome to all stakeholders to join the event and contribute to making it a significant platform for trade, investment, innovation, and economic growth.

