IHGF Delhi Fair-Spring 2025 opens in India with sustainability and artistry at the forefront
The 59th edition of the IHGF Delhi Fair-Spring 2025, organised by the Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH), opened on April 16 at the India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida. The four-day fair presents a vibrant sourcing platform spotlighting sustainability, handcrafted value additions and inclusive growth, and will run till April 19.
The event features over 14 curated segments including home décor, furnishings, fashion jewellery, furniture, outdoor and garden accessories, eco-friendly products, and festive decor. Dedicated halls display a wide array of artisanal and contemporary collections from across India. A special Designer’s Gallery, workshops, ramp shows, seminars, and display awards add to the immersive trade experience.
EPCH Chairman Dileep Baid said the fair is drawing strong international participation. “Our exhibitors are focused on sustainability and innovation, including regional deco-utility lines and new product introductions by start-ups,” he said. Live demonstrations of six traditional crafts including Madhubani painting, bangle-making and Pashmina weaving highlight India’s artisanal diversity. Alumni from institutes like NIFT, NID and IIT are showcasing designs using circular and recycled materials.
Rakesh Kumar, Director General and Chief Mentor, EPCH, called the fair a progressive global sourcing hub. He noted that while new US tariffs apply globally, India remains competitively placed compared to China, Vietnam, and Cambodia. “The 90-day US tariff pause gives India a window to pursue a bilateral trade agreement,” he added.
Buyers from across the globe, including major American wholesalers, are actively participating in this edition.
