World’s largest IHGF-Delhi Fair

The 46th edition of world

Question: 46th edition of the world’s largest IHGF-Delhi Fair was organised at which of the following place?
(a)Greater Noida
(b)Gurugram
(c)Lucknow
(d)Agra
Answer: (a)
Related facts:

  • From 14-18 October, 2018 the 46th edition of world’s largest IHGF-Delhi Fair was organised at India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida by the Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH).
  • It was inaugurated by Union Minister of State (MoS) for Textiles Ajay Tamta.
  • From over 110 countries more than 3200 exhibitors participated in the fair and was also visited by overseas buyers.




  • The Fair has the most extensive range of handcrafted products like home textiles, furnishings, carpets, decoratives, tableware, furniture, garden & outdoor, bathroom accessories, spa and wellness, lamps & lighting, Christmas & festive décor, handmade paper items, fashion jewellery and accessories.

About the Fair:

  • This fair is a bi-annual event which had played a vital role in increasing export of handicrafts of the country.
  • The fair has acquired special importance for handicrafts sector as overseas buyers find this fair as the most effective sourcing medium for their requirements.
  • Exporting community in India considers the IHGF as the most effective marketing medium for their merchandise.

Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH):

  • EPCH is an apex body of handicrafts exporters for the promotion of exports of handicrafts of the country.




  • It promotes, supports, protects and maintains the export of handicrafts.
  • EPCH was established as a non-profit organization under Companies Act in 1986-87.
  • The Council is also engaged in the promotion of handicrafts from India and has projected India’s image abroad as a reliable supplier of high-quality

Links:

http://pib.nic.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1549664

https://www.epch.in/