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46th edition of world’s largest IHGF-Delhi Fair held in Noida
46th edition of world’s largest IHGF-Delhi Fair held in Noida: Details, Background, Highlights
The 46th edition of the world’s largest IHGF-Delhi Fair was held at India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida.
The 46th edition of the world’s largest IHGF-Delhi Fair is scheduled to be held from 14th October to 18th October 2018.
The 46th edition of world’s largest IHGF-Delhi was inaugurated by Union Minister of State (MoS) for Textiles Ajay Tamta.
The 46th edition of the world’s largest IHGF-Delhi was organised by Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH). It saw the participation by over 3200 exhibitors and a visit of overseas buyers from over 110 countries.
Background
The IHGF fair is held biannually and is organised by the Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts.
The IHGF has played a vital role in increasing exports of handicrafts from the country and has acquired special importance for handicrafts sector as overseas buyers find this fair as the most effective sourcing medium for their requirements and that the Indian exporting community considers this as the most effective marketing medium for their merchandise.
Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) is an apex body of handicrafts exporters for the promotion of exports of handicrafts from India. It promotes supports, protects, maintains and increase export of handicrafts. It was established as a non-profit organisation under Companies Act in 1986-87.
EPCH is also engaged in the promotion of handicrafts from India and project India’s image abroad as a reliable supplier of high-quality handicrafts. It is run and managed by team of professionals headed by Executive Director.
