Organised by Golden Creeper Enterprises, the three-day exhibition will be held at Taj West End, Race Course Road, and will feature more than 50 leading jewellers and over 50,000 jewellery designs for visitors.

The exhibition will be inaugurated by actor Sonal Monteiro at 12.30 pm on August 29.

The show will feature a wide variety of gold and diamond jewellery in both traditional and contemporary designs, giving customers an opportunity to explore and choose from diverse collections at a single venue.

Special emphasis has also been placed on quality and certification, with BIS-hallmarked gold jewellery and GIA/IGI-certified diamond jewellery to be showcased. Customers will also have access to services including exchange of old jewellery.

“The objective of ‘The Jewellery Show’ is to bring some of the finest designs from different cities and jewellery markets to customers in Bengaluru on a single platform. Through quality, design and variety, we aim to provide visitors with a distinctive jewellery shopping experience,” the organisers said.

The three-day exhibition is open to visitors free of charge and will provide Bengaluru customers an opportunity to explore and purchase a wide variety of jewellery designs under one roof.

ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಇಂದು ಸುಮಾರು 67,000 ನೋಂದಾಯಿತ ಐಟಿ ಮತ್ತು ಟೆಕ್ ಕಂಪನಿಗಳ ತವರೂರಾಗಿದೆ. ನಗರದ ಐಟಿ ಮತ್ತು ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನ ವಲಯವು ನೇರ ಹಾಗೂ ಪರೋಕ್ಷವಾಗಿ ಸುಮಾರು 10 ಲಕ್ಷದಿಂದ 25 ಲಕ್ಷ ಜನರಿಗೆ ಉದ್ಯೋಗಾವಕಾಶಗಳನ್ನು ಒದಗಿಸುತ್ತಿದೆ. ಈ ಬಲವನ್ನು ರಾಜ್ಯದ ಕೌಶಲ್ಯಾಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿ ಮತ್ತು ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆಯೊಂದಿಗೆ ಮತ್ತಷ್ಟು ಪರಿಣಾಮಕಾರಿಯಾಗಿ ಜೋಡಿಸುವ ಅಗತ್ಯವಿದೆ ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಿದರು.

ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗಳು ಕೇವಲ ಉದಯೋನ್ಮುಖ ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನಗಳನ್ನು ಬೋಧಿಸುವ ಕೇಂದ್ರಗಳಾಗಿರದೆ, ಅವುಗಳ ಪರೀಕ್ಷಾ ಶಿಬಿರಗಳಾಗಬೇಕು. ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿಗಳು ಎಂಎಸ್‌ಎಂಇಗಳು, ರೈತರು, ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ಸೇವೆಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಸ್ಥಳೀಯ ಸಮುದಾಯಗಳು ಎದುರಿಸುತ್ತಿರುವ ನೈಜ ಸಮಸ್ಯೆಗಳ ಪರಿಹಾರಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನವನ್ನು ಬಳಸುವಂತಾಗಬೇಕು ಎಂದುಆಶಯ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಪಡಿಸಿದರು.

ಕಾಲೇಜಿನ ಪ್ರಯೋಗಾಲಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿಪಡಿಸುವ ಪರಿಹಾರಗಳು ಅಲ್ಲಿಯೇ ಸೀಮಿತವಾಗದೆ, ಕಾರ್ಖಾನೆಗಳು, ಸ್ಟಾರ್ಟ್‌ಅಪ್‌ಗಳು ಹಾಗೂ ಸರ್ಕಾರಿ ಯೋಜನೆಗಳವರೆಗೆ ತಲುಪುವಂತಾಗಬೇಕು. ಅಂತಹ ಪರಿಹಾರಗಳೇ ಸಮಾಜಕ್ಕೆ ಪ್ರಯೋಜನವನ್ನು ತಂದುಕೊಡಬಲ್ಲವು ಎಂದು ತಿಳಿಸಿದರು.

ಇದೇ ವೇಳೆ, ಕೌಶಲ್ಯಾಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರದಲ್ಲಿ ನೀಡಲಾಗುತ್ತಿರುವ ಉತ್ಕೃಷ್ಟ ಪ್ರಶಸ್ತಿಗಳು ಕೇವಲ ಸಾಧನೆಗೆ ನೀಡುವ ಗೌರವವಾಗಿರದೆ, ಕೌಶಲ್ಯಾಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿಯನ್ನು ಅನುಸರಣೆಯ ಕರ್ತವ್ಯವಾಗಿ ನೋಡದೆ, ದೀರ್ಘಕಾಲೀನ ಬದ್ಧತೆಯಾಗಿ ಮುನ್ನಡೆಸುತ್ತಿರುವ ಕಾರ್ಪೊರೇಟ್ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗಳು, ಎಂಎಸ್‌ಎಂಇಗಳು, ಪಿಎಸ್‌ಯುಗಳು, ಸ್ಟಾರ್ಟ್‌ಅಪ್‌ಗಳು ಹಾಗೂ ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗಳನ್ನು ಗುರುತಿಸುವ ಮಹತ್ವದ ವೇದಿಕೆಯಾಗಿವೆ ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಿದರು.

ಪ್ರಶಸ್ತಿ ಸ್ವೀಕರಿಸಿದ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗಳು ತಮ್ಮ ಯಶಸ್ವಿ ಮಾದರಿಗಳನ್ನು ಇತರರೊಂದಿಗೆ ಹಂಚಿಕೊಳ್ಳಬೇಕು, ಮತ್ತೊಂದು ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗೆ ಮಾರ್ಗದರ್ಶನ ನೀಡಬೇಕು ಹಾಗೂ ಯುವಜನರಿಗೆ ಹೊಸ ಅವಕಾಶಗಳ ಬಾಗಿಲು ತೆರೆಯಬೇಕು ಇತರ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗಳು ಅನುಸರಿಸಬಹುದಾದ ಬಲವಾದ ಮಾನದಂಡವನ್ನು ಸ್ಥಾಪಿಸುವುದು ಇಂತಹ ಪ್ರಶಸ್ತಿಗಳ ನಿಜವಾದ ಉದ್ದೇಶವಾಗಿದೆ ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಿದರು.

ಸಮಾವೇಶದ ಯಶಸ್ಸನ್ನು ಕೇವಲ ಹಾಜರಿದ್ದವರ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆಯಿಂದ ಅಳೆಯಲಾಗದು. ನಾಳೆಯ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕವನ್ನು ಕೇವಲ ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನದಿಂದ ನಿರ್ಮಿಸಲಾಗುವುದಿಲ್ಲ ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನವನ್ನು ನೈಪುಣ್ಯ, ಕಲ್ಪನೆ ಮತ್ತು ಉದ್ದೇಶದೊಂದಿಗೆ ಬಳಸಬಲ್ಲ ಜನರ ಮೂಲಕವೇ ನಿರ್ಮಿಸಬಹುದು ಎಂಬ ಆಶಯವನ್ನು ವ್ಯಕ್ತಪಡಿಸಿದರು.

ಸಮಾವೇಶವು ಕೌಶಲ್ಯವಂತರಾದ, ಸಮಾವೇಶಾತ್ಮಕ, ಹೊಸತನಕ್ಕೆ ತೆರೆದಿರುವ ಹಾಗೂ ಜಾಗತಿಕವಾಗಿ ಮುನ್ನಡೆಸಲು ಸಿದ್ಧವಾಗಿರುವ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ನಿರ್ಮಾಣಕ್ಕೆ ಎಲ್ಲರೂ ಒಟ್ಟಾಗಿ ಕೈಜೋಡಿಸೋಣ ಎಂದರು.

ಪ್ರಶಸ್ತಿ ಪ್ರದಾನ ಸಮಾರಂಭ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಶ್ರೀ ಎಫ್‌ ಆರ್‌ ಸಿಂಘ್ವಿ, ಜಂಟಿ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥಾಪಕ ನಿರ್ದೇಶಕರು, ಸನಸೇರಾ ಇಂಜಿನಿಯರಿಂಗ್‌ ಪ್ರೈ ಲಿ., ಡಾ ಇ ವಿ ರಮಣ ರೆಡ್ಡಿ,, ಭಾ ಆ ಸೇ, (ನಿ), ಛೇರ್ಮನ್‌, ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸ್ಕಿಲ್‌ ಡೆವಲಂಪ್ ಮೆಂಟ್‌ ಆಥಾರಿಟಿ,, ಶ್ರೀ, ಟಿ ಸಾಯಿರಾಂ ಪ್ರಸಾದ, ಚುನಾಯಿತ ಅ‍ಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ, ಶ್ರೀ ಬಿ ಪಿ ಶಶಿಧರ್‌, ಚುನಾಯಿತ ಹಿರಿಯ ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ, ಕೌಶಲ್ಯಾಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿ ಸಮಿತಿ ಛೇರ್ಮನ್ ಶ್ರೀಮತಿ ತೇಜಶ್ರೀ, ಮಾಜಿ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರು ಹಾಗೂ ಕೌಶಲ್ಯಾಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿ ಸಮಿತಿ ಸಲಹೆಗಾರರಾದ ಡಾ ಜೆ ಕ್ರಾಸ್ಟಾ ಇತರ ಗಣ್ಯರು ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿದ್ದರು.

South India’s diverse cultural heritage, festivals, weddings and various celebrations drive demand for gifting throughout the year. In addition, the region’s strong corporate ecosystem, comprising IT and technology companies, pharmaceutical firms, educational institutions, hospitality chains, manufacturing and export businesses, is driving demand for personalised, premium and corporate gifting solutions.

Against this backdrop, Gifts World Expo Bengaluru is bringing together wholesalers, retailers, corporate procurement professionals, e-commerce organisations, importers, distributors and gifting solution providers on a single platform. This will enable them to discover new products, build business connections and identify new sourcing opportunities.

Inauguration in the presence of prominent dignitaries

The exhibition’s inauguration ceremony was attended by distinguished guests and industry leaders:

Guest of Honour: Mr Raja Chandra G
Mr Anmol Goyal, Director, Powerplus
Mr Mahavir Mutha, Director, Mutha Impex
Mr Praveen Bafna, Managing Director, Saino Pens
Ms Raj Agarwal, Director – South Chapter, Corporate Gifts Association of India (CGAI)
Mr Deepesh Shah, Director, Darpan Enterprises
Mr Kunal Shah, Director, Fuzo
Mr Ashok Kumar, Secretary, The Tamil Nadu Pen Manufacturers and Dealers Association
Mr Ashok Poddar, Director, Adgifts India Pvt Ltd
Ms Himani Gulati, Director, MEX Exhibitions Pvt Ltd
Mr Gaurav Juneja, Director, MEX Exhibitions Pvt Ltd
Mr Winston Pereira, Executive Director, Messe Frankfurt India Pvt Ltd

Speaking on the occasion, Ms Himani Gulati, Director, MEX Exhibitions Pvt Ltd, said:
“This edition of Gifts World Expo Bengaluru is receiving a strong response from exhibitors and visitors. A diverse range of products is being introduced to quality buyers. The increasing participation every year reflects the relevance of the South Indian gifting market and the opportunities it offers. Our key objective is to create a platform that facilitates meaningful interactions, networking and business growth across the gifting sector.”

Speaking on the opening day, Mr Raj Manek, Executive Director and Board Member, Messe Frankfurt Asia Holdings Ltd, said:
“Gifts World Expo Bengaluru is an important platform for the gifting industry in South India. It brings together businesses, brands and buyers from various states across South India on a single platform. Bengaluru’s strong business ecosystem and excellent connectivity with key markets in the region have made it an ideal hub for building networks and exploring new sourcing opportunities. With a diverse range of products and participants, the exhibition is not only creating meaningful business interactions but also further strengthening connections within the South Indian gifting market.”

Bengaluru, a major commercial gateway to South India, provides exhibitors with an opportunity to reach the region’s extensive buyer base. The exhibition is showcasing gifting solutions across several categories, including apparel and accessories, homeware and kitchen appliances, handicrafts, home décor and home textiles, luxury and premium gifts, promotional products, wellness, beauty and grooming.

Key participating brands include Add Pens, Caslay, Havenuts, KGOC, ESC Plan, Jack & Jones, Power Plus, Swiss Military, Wonderchef, Xech and several others, introducing a diverse range of gifting products for buyers and industry professionals.

Startup and Innovation Hub a key attraction

One of the key attractions of this edition is the Startup & Innovation Hub. Dedicated to new brands and startups entering the gifting sector, this platform provides an opportunity to showcase new products and concepts, connect with buyers and explore business opportunities. Visitors will also have the opportunity to discover new and emerging brands.

For the first time this year, the Stationery Pavilion has been introduced, expanding sourcing opportunities for stationery and office supplies, including writing instruments, paper products, school supplies, office essentials and corporate stationery gifts. Through the Gift Talks programme, visitors will be informed about key industry trends and developments.

With the support of leading industry organisations including Pen & Stationery Association of India, Tamilnadu Pen Manufacturers and Dealers Association, National Jute Board (NJB), Corporate Gifts Association of India (CGAI) and Handloom Handicraft Exporters Welfare Association (HHEWA), Gifts World Expo Bengaluru is further strengthening its role as a key platform for sourcing, networking and business development in South India’s gifting industry. It is connecting the evolving gifting needs of South India with new brands, products and business opportunities across the industry.

The main temple houses what is believed to be the world’s largest Śrī Bagalamukhi Devi vigraha, (7 Feet 3 Inches Tall and 1.2 Tons) making this consecration a significant occasion for devotees and sādhakas of the Mahavidya tradition.

The sacred Kumbhabhiṣekam rituals will be performed by Sri Markandan, Mahant of the Vekkali Amman Mandir, Trichy, together with Acarya Sri Ramakrishna Ganapadigal of Kumbakonam.

Sri Bagalamukhi is one of the Dasa Mahavidyas – the Ten Great Wisdom Goddesses of the Sakta tradition. She embodies the Divine Sakti of stambhana – the power to still, restrain and bring under control disturbing forces. Her worship is traditionally associated with protection, overcoming adversity and negative influences, and developing clarity, courage and inner strength.

From the deeper Mahavidya perspective, her power is also directed inward — towards stilling uncontrolled speech, anger, fear and the restless mind.

The Maha Kumbhabhiṣekam marks the culmination of the sacred consecration process through Prana-pratisitha, mantra, homa, abhiseka and Astabandhana rites. In the Mahavidya tradition, this is not merely the inauguration of a temple, but the establishment of a sacred space for Devi darsana, worship, sādhana and spiritual transformation.

By the blessings of Sri Satgurudev, our Guru Paramparā and Sri Bagalamukhi Devi,we are privileged to establish this sacred temple.

Organised by Sinhoi Advisory Services Pvt. Ltd. in association with the All India Mixed Martial Arts Federation (AIMMAF), the third edition of RONIN FC featured 13 MMA bouts, comprising six preliminary contests and seven professional fights. The event drew a capacity audience, further reinforcing Bengaluru’s growing prominence as a destination for international combat sports.

Adding a distinct Indian identity to the fight night was a 45-minute Kalaripayattu showcase by Agastham Kalari. Integrated into the main programme, the performance brought the discipline, movement and heritage of the traditional martial art to an audience witnessing contemporary MMA competition. The showcase reflected the event’s central theme of connecting India’s martial legacy with the global evolution of combat sports.

The build-up to RONIN FC 3 began on August 14 with India’s first ever fight-week face-off at The Quad by BLR, Terminal 1, Kempegowda International Airport. The session featured official weigh-ins and head-to-head face-offs between the fighters, giving invited media and guests an early look at the matchups ahead of the main event.

The fight night on August 15 featured six preliminary bouts, followed by the Kalaripayattu showcase and seven professional contests. Fighters from across India competed alongside athletes from Nepal, Russia, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, reflecting RONIN FC’s ambition to create a platform where Indian talent can compete alongside fighters from established and emerging MMA markets.

The night also saw standout performances across the fight card, with Shusmita of Nepal defeating Shalu Sharma, Ashish Rawat defeating Manoj Ramjali, Dipanjali of Kolkata defeating Lija of Kerala, and Rohit of Mumbai defeating Pankaj Mehra of Delhi.

Reflecting on the significance of the third edition, Arun Kumar Krishnan, Co-Founder & Promoter, RONIN FC, said, “Hosting RONIN FC 3 on Independence Day is deeply meaningful for us. As we celebrate the spirit of a nation built on courage and resilience, we’re proud to provide a platform where Indian athletes compete alongside international talent. Our vision is to build a lasting legacy for mixed martial arts in India and inspire the next generation of champions.”

The event was broadcast in partnership with Locker Room, with campaign metrics indicating a reach of more than 5.7 million, surpassing the audience recorded for the previous edition. The event was supported by SCAR as apparel partner, Aster Hospitals for medical services, CSR Global for travel support, and The Quad by BLR as venue partner.

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ಬೆಂಗಳೂರಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ವಾಣಿಜ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಕೈಗಾರಿಕಾ ಮಹಾ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆ (ಎಫ್‌ಕೆ ಸಿಸಿಐ) ಆಯೋಜಿಸಿದ್ದ, 2026ನೇ ಸಾಲಿನ 21ನೇ ರಫ್ತು ಶ್ರೇಷ್ಠತಾ ಪ್ರಶಸ್ತಿ ಪ್ರದಾನ ಸಮಾರಂಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಮುಖ್ಯ ಅತಿಥಿಯಾಗಿ ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿ ಅವರು ಮಾತನಾಡಿದರು.

ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರ ನಿರ್ಮಾಣದಲ್ಲಿ ರಫ್ತುದಾರರು ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಪಾತ್ರ ವಹಿಸುತ್ತಾರೆ ಎಂದ ಅವರು ಅದು ಹೇಗೆ ಎಂಬುದನ್ನೂ ವಿವರಿಸಿದರು. ದೇಶದ ರಫ್ತು ಕಡಿಮೆಯಾದಾಗ, ಆಮದು ಹೆಚ್ಚಳವಾದಾಗ ವಿದೇಶಿ ವಿನಿಮಯ ಮಾರುಕಟ್ಟೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಡಾಲರ್‌ ಮೌಲ್ಯ ಹೆಚ್ಚುತ್ತದೆ. ರುಪಾಯಿ ಮೌಲ್ಯ ಕುಸಿಯುತ್ತದೆ. ಆದರೆ ಯಾವಾಗ ರಫ್ತು ಹೆಚ್ಚುತ್ತದೆಯೋ, ಆಗ ಡಾಲರ್‌ ಮೌಲ್ಯ ಇಳಿಯುತ್ತದೆ. ಹಾಗೂ ರುಪಾಯಿ ಮೌಲ್ಯ ವೃದ್ಧಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. ಆದ್ದರಿಂದ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರ ನಿರ್ಮಾಣದಲ್ಲಿ, ದೇಶದ ಆರ್ಥಿಕ ಅಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ರಫ್ತುದಾರರು ನಿರ್ಣಾಯ ಪಾತ್ರ ವಹಿಸುತ್ತಾರೆ ಎಂದು ವೋಲ್ವೊ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ ಕಮಲ್‌ ಬಾಲಿ ವಿವರಿಸಿದರು.

ರಫ್ತು ಎಂದರೆ ಕೇವಲ ವಿದೇಶಕ್ಕೆ ಉತ್ಪನ್ನ, ಸೇವೆಗಳ ಮಾರಾಟದ ಅಂಕಿ ಅಂಶಗಳು ಮಾತ್ರವಲ್ಲ, ದೇಶದ ಜಿಡಿಪಿಗೆ ರಫ್ತು ಮಹತ್ತ್ವದ ಕೊಡುಗೆ ನೀಡುತ್ತದೆ. ಎರಡನೇ ಸ್ತರದ ನಗರ, ಪಟ್ಟಣಗಳಿಂದಲೂ ಇತ್ತೀಚೆಗೆ ರಫ್ತು ಹೆಚ್ಚಳವಾಗುತ್ತಿರುವುದು ಸ್ವಾಗತಾರ್ಹ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆಯಾಗಿದೆ ಎಂದರು.

ರಫ್ತುದಾರರು ಇವತ್ತು ಹಲವಾರು ಸವಾಲುಗಳನ್ನು ಎದುರಿಸುತ್ತಾರೆ. ಹಲವಾರು ದೇಶಗಳು ರಕ್ಷಣಾತ್ಮಕ ಧೋರಣೆ ತಾಳುತ್ತಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಭೌಗೋಳಿಕವಾಗಿ ಸಂಘರ್ಷಗಳು, ಯುದ್ಧಗಳು ಜಾಗತಿಕ ವ್ಯಾಪಾರಕ್ಕೆ ಹೊಡೆತ ನೀಡುತ್ತವೆ. ಇಂಥ ಸವಾಲುಗಳ ನಡುವೆಯೂ ಭಾರತವು ಹಲವಾರು ದೇಶಗಳ ಜತೆಗೆ ಮುಕ್ತ ವ್ಯಾಪಾರ ಒಪ್ಪಂದಗಳನ್ನು ಏರ್ಪಡಿಸುವ ಮೂಲಕ ಪರಿಸ್ಥಿತಿಯನ್ನು ಯಶಸ್ವಿಯಾಗಿ ನಿಭಾಯಿಸುತ್ತಿದೆ. ಭಾರತವು ಜಗತ್ತಿನ 70 ಪರ್ಸೆಂಟ್‌ ಜಿಡಿಪಿಗೆ ಸಮಾನವಾಗುವಷ್ಟು ದೇಶಗಳು, ಒಕ್ಕೂಟಗಳ ಜತೆಗೆ ಮುಕ್ತ ವ್ಯಾಪಾರ ಒಪ್ಪಂದವನ್ನು ಮಾಡಿಕೊಂಡಿದೆ. ಎಫ್‌ಟಿಎಗಳಿಂದಾಗಿ ರಫ್ತುದಾರರಿಗೆ ವಿದೇಶಗಳಿಗೆ ರಫ್ತು ಮಾಡಲು ಹೊಸ ಅವಕಾಶಗಳು ಸೃಷ್ಟಿಯಾಗಿವೆ. ಜತೆಗೆ ಒಂದಷ್ಟು ವಸ್ತುಗಳ ಆಮದು ಕೂಡ ಆಗುತ್ತವೆ. ಆದರೆ ಅವುಗಳ ಸ್ಪರ್ಧೆಯನ್ನು ಎದುರಿಸುವ ಸಾಮರ್ಥ್ಯ ಉದ್ದಿಮೆದಾರರಿಗೆ, ರಫ್ತುದಾರರಿಗೆ ಇದೆ ಎಂದು ವಿವರಿಸಿದರು.

ರಫ್ತುದಾರರಿಗೆ ಒಂದಷ್ಟು ಕಾರ್ಯತಂತ್ರಗಳನ್ನೂ ಅವರು ಮನವರಿಕೆ ಮಾಡಿಕೊಟ್ಟರು. ರಫ್ತು ಎಂದರೆ ಸಮಗ್ರ ಮೌಲ್ಯ ವೃದ್ಧಿಯ ಸರಣಿಯಾಗಿದೆ. ತಮ್ಮದೇ ವಿನ್ಯಾಸ, ಉತ್ಪಾದನೆ, ವಿತರಣೆ, ರಫ್ತಿನ ಸಮಗ್ರ ಜಾಲವನ್ನು ಹೊಂದಬೇಕು. ಆಗ ಮಾತ್ರ ಉತ್ಪಾದನೆ ವಲಯವು ದೇಶದ ಜಿಡಿಪಿಗೆ 14 ಪರ್ಸೆಂಟಿಗಿಂತ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಕೊಡುಗೆ ನೀಡಬಲ್ಲುದು. ಅಂಥ ಇಕೊ ಸಿಸ್ಟಮ್‌ ಅನ್ನು ನಿರ್ಮಿಸಲು ಎಲ್ಲರೂ ಯತ್ನಿಸಬೇಕು ಎಂದು ವಿವರಿಸಿದರು.

ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ ದಲ್ಲಿ ಎಫ್ ಕೆ ಸಿ ಸಿ ಐ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷೆ ಉಮಾ ರೆಡ್ಡಿ, ವಿ ಟಿ ಪಿ ಸಿ ಎಂ ಡಿ ರಮೇಶ್, ಚುನಾಯಿತ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ ಟಿ ಸಾಯಿ ರಾಮ್ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್, ಚುನಾಯಿತ ಹಿರಿಯ ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ ಬಿ ಪಿ ಶಶಿಧರ್, ರಫ್ತು ಪ್ರಶಸ್ತಿ ಛೇರ್ಮನ್ ಬಿ ಎ ಅಭಿಷೇಕ್, ನಿಕಟ ಪೂರ್ವ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ ಎಂ ಜಿ ಬಾಲಕೃಷ್ಣ, ಪ್ರಶಸ್ತಿ ಸಮಿತಿ ಸಲಹೆಗಾರ ಜೆ ಕ್ರಾಸ್ಟ ಇನ್ನು ಇತರ ಗಣ್ಯರು ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿದ್ದರು.

The first edition of World Textile India will be held from October 1 to 4, 2026 at the Karnataka Trade Promotion Organisation (KTPO)** in Whitefield, Bengaluru. The expo will bring together textile manufacturers, exporters, designers, brands, entrepreneurs, industry leaders and international representatives under one platform.

The event, organized by the Federation of Industries Research and Development, is being coordinated by its counterpart, Bharat Udyam Seva Kendra. WTI is being organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India and the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC).

The logo unveiling marks the beginning of a broader vision to position Indian textiles on a stronger global platform. It aims to create new opportunities for innovation, exports, collaboration and business growth. The four-day expo is expected to witness participation from around 30 countries, with prominent brands and industry representatives from key markets including Canada, South Korea, Japan and Vietnam as key attractions.

Speaking about the initiative, the organisers said that Bengaluru, one of the major metropolitan cities and commercial hubs of South India, has been chosen for the first edition of WTI. With a strong ecosystem of technology, manufacturing, entrepreneurship and global trade, Bengaluru will provide an ideal platform for Indian textile industries to connect with international buyers, brands and industry partners, they said.

More than a traditional exhibition, World Textile India 2026 aims to create a comprehensive platform for entrepreneurs to connect, collaborate, innovate and expand their businesses globally. The Expo will showcase opportunities across the entire value chain of the textile and apparel sector. Participating industries will be provided with networking, market access and international exposure and opportunities.

One of the key attractions of WTI is the International Fashion Show, which will feature the International Best Designer of the Year award with a first prize of ₹5 lakh. An Institutional Fashion Show, with a first prize of ₹1 lakh, will also be organised, providing a platform for emerging and established Indian design talents to showcase their talent. The Best Indian Designer of the Year award will be presented on the occasion.

Another highlight of the programme will be three international summits on key issues related to the textile and apparel sector. Union Ministers, State Ministers, key industry leaders and entrepreneurs are expected to participate in these summits, which will provide an opportunity for participants to interact and exchange views on the future of the industry.

The organisers aim to make WTI not just a one-off event, but an ongoing global platform. The entrepreneurs and brands selected in this edition in Bengaluru will get the opportunity to exhibit at international expos to be organized in UAE, Malaysia and Canada in 2026 and 2027. This will open new avenues for Indian industries to explore new international markets.

With the logo unveiling, World Textile India 2026 has officially begun its journey towards becoming a global platform to showcase the potential of the Indian textile sector globally and connect the country’s industries with international opportunities. The Bengaluru edition is expected to be a hub for the convergence of business, technology, design, innovation and international trade, reflecting the ambition to further strengthen India’s position in the global textile and apparel ecosystem.

Speaking after the inauguration of the event, Shri K. H., Minister for Food and Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Government of Karnataka, said: Muniyappa said, “World Textile India 2026 is a significant initiative to connect the potential of India’s textile sector with global opportunities. Bengaluru, with its strong entrepreneurial, technology and industrial ecosystem, is the ideal city to host the first edition of this international platform. Karnataka has always promoted innovation, entrepreneurship and investment. We welcome such initiatives that create new opportunities for our textile entrepreneurs, manufacturers, designers and exporters,” he said.

National Vice President, Shri Abdul Rasheed (Retd. IPS), said, “World Textile India is designed as a platform to connect the Indian textile industry with the world. The Bengaluru edition is the beginning of a broader journey that will create continuous opportunities for entrepreneurs, exporters, designers and brands to access international markets. With the participation of nearly 30 countries, WTI will provide an ideal environment for industries to connect, collaborate and explore new possibilities for growth,” he said.

National Vice President – ​​Trade & Facilitation, Dr. Vempalli Amanullah said, “Trade facilitation is the focus of World Textile India. The textile industry has immense potential to expand its international reach. WTI will provide entrepreneurs with direct connectivity to international brands, buyers and trade networks. In addition to the Bengaluru edition, we will be undertaking international activities in markets like UAE, Malaysia and Canada, designed to help industries explore new markets and build partnerships,” he said.

On this occasion, Dr. Samba Shiva, National Director – Development & Facilitation, Shri Arvind Govindappa, Divisional President – ​​South, Shri M. Jayashankar, Regional President – ​​South India – Development & Establishment, Shri Naveen Kumar, National Director – Technical Facilitation & Research, and Shri Manjunath Acharya, National Director – Trade Facilitation, South Division, Federation of Industries Research and Development were present.

The festival culminated in an exclusive appearance by actor and Longines Ambassador Sara Ali Khan, who joined guests, collectors and watch enthusiasts at Phoenix Mall of Asia, drawing enthusiastic attention and adding to the excitement surrounding one of India’s most anticipated luxury watch events.

Throughout the festival, guests immersed themselves in experiences designed around the culture of fine watchmaking. The programme featured the Panerai Watchmaking Masterclass, the Panerai Whiskey Masterclass, Grand Seiko’s The Art of Shodo and Origami Workshop, Hello’s Strap Appreciation Workshop, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Quiz & Lunch, and the Baume & Mercier Coffee Rave. The Panerai Watchmaking Masterclass, led by Sarosh Mody, Founder, Luxury Watch Works (LWW), offered participants an opportunity to explore the intricacies of watchmaking through a hands-on experience, while the Panerai Whiskey Masterclass brought together fine timepieces and whisky in an intimate, curated setting.

Grand Seiko’s The Art of Shodo introduced guests to the discipline and precision of Japanese calligraphy, while its Origami Workshop explored the art of Japanese paper folding. Hello’s Strap Appreciation Workshop offered a closer look at the materials, construction and design that complement a fine timepiece. The Jaeger-LeCoultre Quiz & Lunch brought collectors together over an engaging horology-led afternoon, while the Baume & Mercier Coffee Rave paired coffee, music and conversations around watchmaking.

Guests also explored interactive experiences including the Oris PERCH Café Takeover, Tissot MotoGP Simulator, Hublot Live Sketch Artist, and Tudor Product Presentation & Claw Machine Experience. The Oris PERCH Café Takeover brought the maison into a relaxed café setting, while the Tissot MotoGP Simulator offered guests a high-energy motorsport experience inspired by the brand’s connection with racing. The Hublot Live Sketch Artist experience brought watch-inspired moments to life through art, while Tudor’s Product Presentation & Claw Machine Experience combined a closer look at the brand’s novelties with an interactive element for invited guests. The festival also featured experiential pop-ups by Garmin and ID Genève, extending the watch showcase across the mall.

The festival featured an exceptional line-up of brands including Panerai, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Longines, Grand Seiko, Tudor, Hublot, Oris, Tissot, Baume & Mercier, Garmin, ID Genève and Hello, bringing together an extensive mix of global maisons and contemporary watchmaking names at a single destination in India.

Speaking on the occasion, Ritu Mehta, Centre Director, Phoenix Mall of Asia & Director Marketing (South), said, “Phoenix Mall of Asia was envisioned as a destination where global brands and exceptional experiences come together. Hosting India Watch Weekend: Bangalore Watch Days has been a significant milestone in that journey. The festival brought together the world’s leading watch maisons, immersive experiences and a vibrant community of collectors, creating a platform that celebrates the artistry and culture of fine watchmaking. We are proud to have introduced Bengaluru to an experience of this scale and to continue strengthening the city’s position as a destination for luxury retail and lifestyle.”

The festival also welcomed several prominent watch collectors and members of India’s growing collector community, highlighting Bengaluru’s emergence as one of India’s most dynamic luxury watch markets. The successful three-day showcase further strengthened Phoenix Mall of Asia’s position as a leading destination for luxury retail, bringing together global maisons, specialist craftsmanship and world-class experiential programming in Bengaluru.

This season, Longines presents a curated selection of its latest successful releases. From the refined elegance of PrimaLuna to the versatility of Conquest, the seaside confidence of HydroConquest, and the exploratory spirit of the Longines Legend Diver, each timepiece is created to accompany you across bustling cities and calming beaches, in all its forms.

Speaking at the event Sara said, “Given the fact that this is Longines third store in Bengaluru speaks volumes about the loyalty of its customers in this city. I hope this success story is replicated everywhere in India.” She further added that “Longines quietly marks every moment with effortless joy and elegance – that’s what makes it unique.”

Mirroring the brand’s universe, the boutiques showcase the latest product range from the refined shapes of PrimaLuna and DolceVita, to the sporty new HydroConquest and the watchmaking tradition of the Longines Master Collection and heritage timepieces.