J&K Trade Promotion Organisation (JKTPO) to organise
Mega Trade Fair cum Exhibition in Srinagar in collaboration with India Trade
Promotion Organization (ITPO) to give
boost to Trade and Commerce in UT
Team
of experts from ITPO visited Srinagar
Srinagar,
3rd June,2023 - In line with the vision of Hon’bleLieutenant Governor, J&K
and under the directions of Chief Secretary, J&K, the Jammu and Kashmir
Trade Promotion Organization (JKTPO) has joined hands with India Trade
Promotion Organization (ITPO) to organize a mega trade fair and exhibition in
Srinagar. This multi-sector event aims to foster business opportunities and
facilitate networking among various stakeholders. It is set to become the
flagship event organized by JKTPO and will be held annually in both Jammu and
Kashmir divisions. The
same shall be organized under the guidance of
Sh. Vikramjit Singh, Commissioner/Secretary to Government , Industries and
Commerce department.
A
team of experts from ITPO BrijLal, GM-Arch,Krishan Kumar, DGM and Satish Kumar,
Sr. Manager visited Srinagar, and surveyed multiple locations along with the
officials of the JKTPO to identify the most suitable venue for the trade fair.
Factors such as ease of access, central location, and other essential
attributes were considered to ensure the successful implementation of this
grand event.
The
ITPO team also had a meeting with Khalid Jahangir, Managing Director JKTPO and
discussed finer details of the proposed event. ITPO is the major stakeholder of
the J&K Trade Promotion Organisation . It is Apex Trade Promotion body of
the country that organize such events within and outside country. The expertise
of the ITPO will help to plan, organize the event in most meaningful and
productive manner.
The
proposed trade fair and exhibition will feature about 250 stalls in which
sellers from diverse sectors from UT and other states of the country will participate. Handicrafts,
handlooms, agriculture, horticulture, Dairy,
food processing, manufacturing and various other sectors will be
showcased, providing a platform for sellers to display their products and
connect with potential buyers. Special focus shall be given to GI tagged
products from both Jammu and Kashmir region.
One
of the primary objectives of this event is to facilitate business-to-business
(B2B) with domestic and international buyers and business-to-consumer (B2C)
interactions. It will offer opportunities for networking, lead generation, and
collaborations between industry professionals. The event is expected to boost
trade domestically and internationally, thereby expanding economic prospects
and strengthening trade ties with other countries.
The
event is tentatively schedules in the month of September and will contribute
significantly to the growth and development of the region's business landscape.
Similar event shall also be planned to be organized in Jammu. With its annual
recurrence, these eventsare poised to become prominent platform for promoting
trade, showcasing innovative products, and fostering partnerships.
Similar
such events, exhibitions and buyer sellers meets are being planned by JKTPO
under the aegis of Industries and Commerce Department with other National trade
bodies such as CEPC,TPCI,HEPC,EPCH and
others.