Bengaluru, April 23: The 23rd edition of Roof India, Asia’s premier exhibition for roofing and allied products, opened today at Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) with strong participation from over 150 Indian and international brands, including exhibitors from China, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan and Türkiye. Over the course of three days, the event expects to welcome more than 8,000 Indian and overseas visitors from 30 countries. The exhibition has brought together key stakeholders from across the construction ecosystem, with a sharp focus on sustainable, energy-efficient, and performance-driven roofing solutions.
The exhibition was inaugurated in the presence of key industry leaders, including Ar. Neelam Manjunath, Founder, Managing Trustee and CEO, CGBMT – Centre for Green Building Material & Technology, Ar. Mahesh Bangad, Chairman, Architects, Engineers and Surveyors Association; Mr. Sandeep Chaudhry, President (WAI – Waterproofers Association of India), Mr. Kunjjaan Popat, Secretary (WAI – Waterproofers Association of India), Mr. Brajesh Nahar, Managing Director (Aerolam Insulations Pvt Ltd), Dr Er. Amarnath CB, President,
IBIMA – India BIM Association; Brajesh Nahar, Director & COO, APL Apollo Building Product Pvt. Ltd.; Savio Lainez, Vice President – Sales and Marketing, Mr. Umed Sing – Founder, (Mount Roofing and Structures Private Limited), Mr. Joseph Rozario, Director (Metal Scope (India ) Private Limited), Colorshine Coated Private Limited; along with Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India.
The opening day witnessed robust participation from architects, consultants, builders, contractors, engineers, and project owners, reflecting the growing importance of roofing within India’s evolving construction landscape. As the sector expands, roofing is no longer just a structural necessity but a strategic element influencing energy consumption, thermal efficiency, and overall building performance. Innovations such as insulated panels, cool roofing systems, metal-based solutions, and solar-integrated technologies are gaining strong traction, aligning with the industry’s sustainability goals.
Speaking on the commencement of the 23rd edition of Roof India, Mr Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India, said, “Day 1 at Roof India 2026 has set a strong tone for the exhibition, with an encouraging turnout and high-quality engagement from across the construction, infrastructure, and building materials ecosystem. India’s construction sector continues to grow at over 6–7% annually, with the building materials market expected to cross USD 1 trillion by 2030, driven by rapid urbanisation and infrastructure development. Within this, roofing is fast emerging as a high-impact, innovation-led category.
Mr. Mahesh Bangad, Chairman, Architects Engineers and Surveyors Association (AESA), said, “The roofing sector is undergoing a decisive shift as design, sustainability and material innovation become central to construction practices. Platforms like Roof India enable architects and engineers to engage directly with evolving technologies, especially in pre-engineered and steel structures. Such forums not only facilitate knowledge exchange but also influence how the industry responds to changing environmental and functional demands, encouraging more integrated, efficient and future-ready building practices.”
Brajesh Nahar Director & COO, APL, Apollo Building Product Ltd. said, “The construction sector is witnessing a clear shift towards integrated, steel-led building solutions, driven by infrastructure growth and evolving project demands. Steel is now central across roofing, structural systems and pre-engineered solutions, enabling faster, more efficient execution. While India is the second-largest steel producer globally, per capita consumption remains significantly lower than China, indicating strong headroom for growth. Industry platforms like Roof India continue to showcase innovations that support this transition toward modern, user-friendly construction systems.”
Amarnath CB, President, India BIM Association Digitalisation said, “It is becoming foundational to modern construction, where building plans are first translated into digital models and then used for simulation, optimisation and on-site execution. What stands out
today is a multidisciplinary perspective, which includes convergence of architecture, engineering and contracting, within a shared digital ecosystem. Platforms like Roof India enable aligning industry practices with emerging national policies and accelerating the adoption of IT-led construction approaches across infrastructure and building projects.”
Mr Gagan Saini, Group Director, Informa Markets in India, said, “The vision and direction of the event were clearly articulated, with valuable insights from industry leaders on current priorities and future expectations. Participating brands, including APL, also highlighted the innovations they are set to showcase.”
Day 1 of the expo delivered a dynamic lineup of Open Seminar & Business Meets sessions, under the theme ‘Reshaping the Future of Steel Infrastructure & Pre-Engineered Buildings’. The sessions spotlighted key advancements and trends in the roofing and construction industry. The day began with discussions on digital initiatives in construction, passive cooling strategies for hot climates, and sustainable approaches to built environments. Keynote sessions highlighted the role of sandwich panels in sustainability, high-performance roofing frameworks, and innovations in stainless steel roofing systems for demanding environments. Special sessions explored precast lightweight composites, advancements in 3D concrete printing, and future-ready infrastructure solutions. The day concluded with the 1st edition of ROOF INDIA DESIGN TITAN AWARDS, organised by the Construction & Infrastructure Forum (C&IF), celebrating innovation and excellence across the industry.
