Industry leaders also estimated that the sector’s wider multiplier effect pushes its overall economic impact beyond INR 3 lakh crore. Notably, the 15th IEIA Open Seminar 2026 was held in Greater Noida from May 8-9, under the theme ‘When the Right Dots Meet, Industry Moves.’

With a 40% post-pandemic growth, India is emerging as the fastest-growing exhibition market globally. India is a key MICE destination with over 70 world-class convention centres. The exhibition industry in India is a crucial economic driver, valued at approximately INR 55,000 crore, and is expected to grow at a 12% CAGR to reach approximately USD 4.4 billion by 2028...