Sotefin Bharat Limited IPO Opens on Thursday, July 16, 2026

 

 Sotefin Bharat Limited IPO Opens on Thursday, July 16, 2026

Total Issue Size - Up To 48,00,000 Equity Shares of ₹ 10 each

IPO Size - ₹ 89.76 Crore (At Upper Price Band) 

Price Band - ₹ 178 - ₹ 187 Per Share

Lot Size – 600 Equity Shares (Minimum Application Size 2 Lots i.e. 1,200 Equity Shares)

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Ms. Shreya PoddarChoice Capital Advisors Private Limited

Mr. Arup Choudhuri Sotefin Bharat Limited

Mr. Jignesh Sanghavi Sotefin Bharat Limited

Dr. Monalisa Ghosh Sotefin Bharat Limited

Sotefin Bharat Limited, a Turnkey Provider of Robotic & Automated Parking Solutions, proposes to open its Initial Public Offering on Thursday, July 16, 2026 aiming to raise ₹ 89.76 Crore (At Upper Price Band), with shares to be listed on the BSE SME platform.

The issue size is upto 48,00,000 equity shares with a face value of ₹ 10 each with a price band of ₹ 178 - ₹ 187 Per Share.

Equity Share Allocation 

QIB Anchor Portion – Upto 13,68,000 Equity Shares

Net QIB Portion – Upto 9,12,000 Equity Shares  

Non-Institutional Investors - Not less than 6,84,000 Equity Shares 

Individual Investors - Not less than 15,96,000 Equity Shares 

Market Maker - Upto 2,40,000 Equity Shares 

The net proceeds from the IPO will be utilized for Funding capital expenditure requirements for setting up a manufacturing facility in Kolkata, West Bengal, Funding capital expenditure requirements for the proposed new office premises, Funding working capital requirements of the Company and the General corporate purposes. The anchor bidding is on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. The issue will open on Thursday, July 16, 2026 and will close on Monday, July 20, 2026.

The Book Running Lead Manager to the Issue is Choice Capital Advisors Private Limited and the Registrar is Bigshare Services Private Limited. 

Mr. Arup Choudhuri, Managing Director of Sotefin Bharat Limited expressed, “Since our inception Sotefin Bharat has consistently focused on delivering innovative automated parking solutions backed by engineering excellence and technological innovation. Our upcoming IPO marks an important milestone in our growth journey, enabling us to expand our manufacturing capabilities, strengthen our technology offerings, and enhance our execution capacity.”

Mr. Ratiraj Tibrewal, Director of Choice Capital Advisors Private Limited said "Sotefin Bharat's focus on engineering innovation and automated parking solutions has enabled it to build a scalable business in a niche and growing market. We believe this IPO will provide the company with the financial flexibility to expand its manufacturing capabilities, strengthen execution capacity, and capitalize on the increasing demand for smart parking infrastructure across India." 

About Sotefin Bharat Limited:

Sotefin Bharat Limited, incorporated in 2012, is engaged in the business of providing mechanized and automated parking solutions. The Company operates across India with support from Swiss Promoter Sotefin SA, Switzerland, a global innovator in automated parking systems since 1956. Sotefin SA brings over six decades of engineering expertise, which complements the Company's business operations in the Indian market.

The company provides end-to-end automated parking solutions, including system design, manufacturing, installation, and operations and maintenance ("O&M") services.The Company has successfully completed more than 58 projects and is executing over 30 ongoing projects across multiple locations in India, including Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Pune, Varanasi and Trivandrum, as well as in international markets such as the United States and Dubai.

In FY26, The Company achieved a Revenue of ₹ 11,674.65 Lakhs, EBITDA of ₹ 2,983.15 Lakhs & PAT of ₹ 1,735.56 Lakhs. 

Disclaimer: 

Certain statements in this document that are not historical facts are forward looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties like government actions, local, political or economic developments, technological risks, and many other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the relevant forward-looking statements. The Company will not be in any way responsible for any action taken based on such statements and undertakes no obligation to publicly update these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

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*मुंबई (प्रतिनिधी) :* मराठी चित्रपटसृष्टीच्या जागतिक विस्ताराच्या दिशेने एक महत्त्वपूर्ण आणि ऐतिहासिक पाऊल उचलत महाराष्ट्र शासनाच्या सांस्कृतिक कार्य विभागाच्या मार्गदर्शनाखाली महाराष्ट्र फिल्म, स्टेज अँड कल्चरल डेव्हलपमेंट कॉर्पोरेशन लिमिटेड (फिल्मसिटी) आणि उत्तर अमेरिकेतील नॉर्थ अमेरिकन फिल्म असोसिएशन (नाफा) यांच्यात सामंजस्य करार करण्यात आला आहे. या करारानुसार यापुढे अमेरिकेतील प्रतिष्ठित 'नाफा आंतरराष्ट्रीय चित्रपट महोत्सव' महाराष्ट्र शासनाच्या सांस्कृतिक कार्य विभागाच्या सहकार्याने आयोजित करण्यात येणार असून, महोत्सवाच्या सर्व अधिकृत प्रसिद्धी व प्रचार साहित्यावर 'महाराष्ट्र शासनाच्या सांस्कृतिक कार्य विभागाच्या सहकार्याने' असा अधिकृत उल्लेख तसेच शासनाचा अधिकृत लोगो वापरण्यात येणार आहे.

या संदर्भातील शासन निर्णय (जी.आर.) नुकताच निर्गमित करण्यात आला असून, त्याअंतर्गत महोत्सवासाठी महाराष्ट्र शासन तसेच फिल्मसिटीमार्फत आर्थिक सहाय्य उपलब्ध करून देण्यात येणार आहे. तसेच या सामंजस्य कराराच्या अंमलबजावणीसाठी संबंधित अधिकाऱ्यांना आवश्यक अधिकारही प्रदान करण्यात आले आहेत.

राष्ट्रीय पुरस्कारप्राप्त ‘देऊळ’ आणि ‘भारतीय’ या गाजलेल्या चित्रपटांचे निर्माते अभिजित घोलप यांच्या संकल्पनेतून स्थापन झालेली नॉर्थ अमेरिकन फिल्म असोसिएशन (NAFA) ही उत्तर अमेरिकेतील मराठी आणि भारतीय चित्रपट, संस्कृती व कलावंतांना जागतिक व्यासपीठ उपलब्ध करून देणारी स्वयंसेवकांच्या सहभागातून कार्यरत असलेली एक समुदायाधारित, ना-नफा (Non-Profit) संस्था आहे. गेल्या तीन वर्षांत या महोत्सवाने उत्तर अमेरिकेत मराठी चित्रपटसृष्टीसाठी स्वतंत्र आणि प्रतिष्ठित ओळख निर्माण केली आहे.

महाराष्ट्र शासनाच्या सांस्कृतिक कार्य विभागाने NAFA आंतरराष्ट्रीय चित्रपट महोत्सवाला भारताबाहेरील महाराष्ट्र शासनाचा अधिकृत मराठी चित्रपट महोत्सव म्हणून मान्यता दिली आहे. त्यामुळे पुणे आंतरराष्ट्रीय चित्रपट महोत्सव (PIFF) आणि मुंबई आंतरराष्ट्रीय माहितीपट, लघुपट व अॅनिमेशन चित्रपट महोत्सव (MIFF) यांच्या धर्तीवर, परंतु भारताबाहेर आयोजित होणारा महाराष्ट्र शासनाशी संलग्न अधिकृत मराठी चित्रपट महोत्सव म्हणून NAFA ची नवी आणि मानाची ओळख निर्माण झाली आहे.

याबाबत NAFA चे संस्थापक-अध्यक्ष अभिजित घोलप यांनी सांगितले की, "महाराष्ट्र शासनाच्या सांस्कृतिक कार्य विभागाने आमच्या प्रस्तावाला दिलेला सकारात्मक प्रतिसाद हा मराठी चित्रपटसृष्टीसाठी अभिमानास्पद आणि ऐतिहासिक क्षण आहे. NAFA चे उद्दिष्ट केवळ चित्रपट महोत्सवाचे आयोजन करणे एवढ्यापुरते मर्यादित नसून, मराठी चित्रपटांना जागतिक बाजारपेठ, आंतरराष्ट्रीय सहनिर्मिती, वितरण, OTT व्यासपीठे, गुंतवणूक आणि सांस्कृतिक देवाणघेवाणीच्या नव्या संधी उपलब्ध करून देणे हे आहे. महाराष्ट्र शासन, सांस्कृतिक कार्य विभाग आणि फिल्मसिटी यांच्या सहकार्यामुळे मराठी चित्रपटसृष्टीला जागतिक स्तरावर नवे दालन खुले होईल, असा मला विश्वास आहे. मुख्यमंत्री मा. देवेंद्र फडणवीस, सांस्कृतिक कार्यमंत्री मा. अॅड. आशिष शेलार, सांस्कृतिक कार्य विभागाचे सचिव डॉ. किरण कुलकर्णी तसेच फिल्मसिटीच्या व्यवस्थापकीय संचालक स्वाती म्हासे-पाटील यांनी या उपक्रमाला दिलेल्या सहकार्याबद्दल मी त्यांचा मनःपूर्वक ऋणी आहे."

याबाबत सांस्कृतिक कार्यमंत्री अॅड. आशिष शेलार यांनी सांगितले की, "मराठी चित्रपटसृष्टीला जागतिक व्यासपीठ उपलब्ध करून देणे आणि राज्यातील कलाकार, तंत्रज्ञ तसेच निर्मात्यांना आंतरराष्ट्रीय संधी उपलब्ध करून देणे हे महाराष्ट्र शासनाचे प्राधान्य आहे. NAFA सोबतचे हे सहकार्य मराठी चित्रपटसृष्टीच्या जागतिक विस्ताराच्या दिशेने टाकलेले महत्त्वपूर्ण पाऊल असून, या माध्यमातून महाराष्ट्राची समृद्ध सांस्कृतिक परंपरा आणि सर्जनशीलता जागतिक स्तरावर अधिक प्रभावीपणे पोहोचेल."

या भागीदारीमुळे महाराष्ट्राला होणारे प्रमुख लाभ :

• मराठी चित्रपटांचा उत्तर अमेरिका तसेच जागतिक स्तरावर व्यापक प्रचार व प्रसार.

• आंतरराष्ट्रीय वितरण, OTT व्यासपीठे आणि नव्या बाजारपेठांमध्ये प्रवेश.

• जागतिक चित्रपट महोत्सव, वितरक, गुंतवणूकदार आणि निर्मात्यांशी थेट संपर्काची संधी.

• नवोदित कलाकार, दिग्दर्शक व तंत्रज्ञांसाठी प्रशिक्षण, नेटवर्किंग आणि प्रदर्शनाची संधी.

• आधुनिक चित्रपटनिर्मिती, कृत्रिम बुद्धिमत्ता (AI), वितरण आणि मार्केटिंगविषयक जागतिक अनुभव.

• आंतरराष्ट्रीय सहनिर्मिती (Co-production) आणि संयुक्त प्रकल्पांना चालना.

• मराठी भाषा, संस्कृती आणि कलाविश्वाचा जागतिक स्तरावर अधिक प्रभावी प्रचार-प्रसार.

NAFA आंतरराष्ट्रीय चित्रपट महोत्सव २०२६ मध्ये सुमारे २० ते ३० देशांतील चित्रपट प्रदर्शित होणार असून, चित्रपट निर्मिती, वितरण, सहनिर्मिती, OTT, कृत्रिम बुद्धिमत्ता (AI) आणि अत्याधुनिक चित्रपटनिर्मिती तंत्रज्ञान या विषयांवरील विविध परिसंवाद, कार्यशाळा, मास्टरक्लास आणि व्यावसायिक सत्रांचे आयोजन करण्यात येणार आहे.

या ऐतिहासिक भागीदारीमुळे मराठी चित्रपटसृष्टीला जागतिक चित्रपट उद्योगाशी जोडणारा सक्षम आणि दीर्घकालीन दुवा निर्माण होणार असून, कलाकार, निर्माते, तंत्रज्ञ आणि वितरकांसाठी आंतरराष्ट्रीय संधींचे नवे पर्व सुरू होणार असल्याचा विश्वास व्यक्त केला जात आहे.

या महोत्सवासाठी महाराष्ट्र शासनाचे मा. सांस्कृतिक कार्यमंत्री, महाराष्ट्र फिल्म, स्टेज अँड कल्चरल डेव्हलपमेंट कॉर्पोरेशनचे अध्यक्ष, सांस्कृतिक कार्य विभागाचे वरिष्ठ अधिकारी, फिल्मसिटीचे व्यवस्थापकीय संचालक तसेच चित्रपट क्षेत्रातील मान्यवरांचे शिष्टमंडळ उपस्थित राहणार आहे.

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Neeru Sharma’s Debut Film Bandra Boy Gains International Recognition at Two New York Film Festivals

 Neeru Sharma’s Debut Film Bandra Boy Gains International Recognition at Two New York Film Festivals

Mumbai: Former entertainment journalist-turned-filmmaker Neeru Sharma has received a major boost in her filmmaking journey as her debut short film Bandra Boy earned recognition at two international film festivals in New York.

The 21-minute Hindi thriller has been named a Semifinalist at the Frames of New York Film Festival and has also been recognized as an Award Winner at the New York International Women Festival, marking a significant achievement for Sharma's first film as a writer and director.  

Bandra Boy explores themes of media narratives, public perception and the fine line between truth and opinion in the digital age. The film examines how headlines, public scrutiny and social judgment can shape a person's image long before facts emerge, a subject that has resonated with festival audiences and juries alike.

For Sharma, who spent more than two decades covering Bollywood and the entertainment industry as a journalist before moving into filmmaking, the recognition carries special significance.

“I am extremely happy and grateful that Bandra Boy, my debut film as a director, is receiving international recognition. This story comes from years of observing the entertainment industry, media culture and the way public perception is formed. Such recognition motivates me to continue telling meaningful stories,” said Neeru Sharma.

Before making Bandra Boy, Sharma pursued formal training in filmmaking at Whistling Woods International, founded by filmmaker Subhash Ghai. Her transition from journalism to cinema has attracted attention within industry circles, with many viewing the film as a reflection of her years of experience reporting on celebrity culture and media narratives.

The film stars Ahwaan Kumar in the lead role, alongside acclaimed Gujarati and Marathi actor Dharmendra Gohil. The ensemble cast also includes Lochan Barsagade, Yash Pednekar, Sham Thombare, Pawan Tiwari, Aishwarya Manohar, Himanshi Mandalia and Nandini Sharma.

Produced by Rajeev Parashar, Bandra Boy features editing by Sandeep Kurup, known for films such as Mubarakan, Sadak 2 and Crakk. Cinematography has been handled by Aayush Shah, while the background score is composed by Kaushal Mahavir.

The film has already begun its international festival journey, and its early success at two New York-based festivals has positioned it among the notable independent Indian short films currently making an impact overseas. For Neeru Sharma, the achievement marks an encouraging start to a new chapter—one that has taken her from reporting stories to creating them.

सांताक्रूझ च्या स्वामींच्या 50 व्या सुवर्ण महोत्सवी वर्षानिमित्त दिमाखात पार पडले पाट पूजन.

सांताक्रूझ च्या स्वामींच्या 50 व्या सुवर्ण महोत्सवी वर्षानिमित्त या मंडळाने सर केले शिवरायांचे 50 किल्ले याच 50 किल्ल्यांच्या मातीतून साकारणार या वर्षीचा सांताक्रूझ चा स्वामी 

एकीकडे मुंबईत मुसळधार पाऊस पडत असताना सांताक्रूझ मधील प्रसिद्ध अश्या सांताक्रूझ च्या स्वामीचा पाट पूजन उत्सव अतिशय थाटामाटात पार पडला. 

संकष्टी च्या मुहूर्तवर होत असलेल्या या कार्यक्रमाचे सर्वात महत्वाचे वैशिष्ट्य म्हणजे स्वामी विवेकानंद सार्वजनिक गणेशोत्सव मंडळाचे हे 50 वे सुवर्ण महोत्सवी वर्ष आहे. 

1977 साली सांताक्रूझ पूर्वेतील वाकोला भागात 32 चाळी आणि कमीट्या एकत्र येऊन सुरु केलेला हा गणेशोत्सव आज ही तितक्याच परंपरिक उत्साहात साजरा केला जातो विशेष म्हणजे आज ही या संपूर्ण भागात एकच गणपती मंडळ असून दिवसेंदिवस सांताक्रूझ च्या स्वामींची प्रसिद्धी वाढतच जात आहे.

50 व्या सुवर्ण महोत्सवी वर्षानिमित्त येथील कार्यकर्त्यांनी छत्रपती शिवरायांचे 50 किल्ले सर करून तेथील पवित्र माती आणली असून या वर्षी मूर्तीच्या मातीत ही पवित्र माती सुद्धा मिश्रित केली जाणार आहे. 

आज पार पडलेल्या पाट पुजानाचे वैशिष्ट्य म्हणजे साई श्रद्धा नाशिक ढोल ताशा पथक, सांताक्रूझ आर्टिस्ट बेंजो आणि गिरगांवचा लाडका वादक मिलिंद. 

या सुवर्ण महोत्सवी वर्षात वाजवत असताना वादक मिलिंद त्यांना मिळालेल्या सन्मानाने भावुक झाले. 

शेवटी सर्व गणेश भक्ताने आणि कार्यकर्त्यांनी नाचत गाजत हा सुवर्ण पाट पूजन सोहळा पार पाडला.

*EVA Live Founder Deepak Choudhary Faces Dubai Travel Ban and Asset Freeze Over Alleged Seven Crore Debt Amid Ongoing Legal Proceedings*

 *EVA Live Founder Deepak Choudhary Faces Dubai Travel Ban and Asset Freeze Over Alleged Seven Crore Debt Amid Ongoing Legal Proceedings*

Dubai / Mumbai, 03 July, 2026 — Indian entertainment promoter Deepak Choudhary, Founder & MD of *EVA Live (India & Middle East) & EVENTFAQS Media* has found himself at the centre of a legal storm in Dubai, after court judgments reportedly barred him from leaving the UAE and froze his assets in connection with debts of approximately AED 2,993,058, ( ₹7.70 crore).

According to court documents, one judgment issued by the Dubai courts on *11 June 2026 imposed a travel ban against Choudhary.* A separate decision from the Dubai execution court reportedly ordered the freezing of his bank accounts, cards, properties, receivables and other assets for the purpose of enforcing payment of the outstanding debt.

Choudhary was reportedly preparing to board a flight from Dubai to Mumbai from Dubai airport on 11 June 2026. The travel restriction was issued shortly before his departure, preventing him from leaving the UAE at the last moment.

The claims reportedly involve allegations that substantial sums remain unpaid to parties who funded, supported or assisted with events promoted by Choudhary and his associated companies. Some complainants allege that funds were misapplied or were not used in accordance with the agreed commercial arrangements.

Deepak Choudhary, long regarded as a familiar figure in the Indian entertainment and live-events industry, built his reputation over many years through personal relationships with artists, celebrity managers, sponsors, venues and regional event partners.

In live entertainment, he has been associated with *EVA Live (India & Middle East), EVENTFAQS Media,* and the organisation of large-scale concerts and festivals, including events and platforms backed by major commercial sponsors such as *Mastercard* , described by industry sources as one of the prominent sponsors connected to his event portfolio.

According to persons familiar with the disputes, Choudhary has become the subject of several civil and execution-related proceedings in the UAE, including claims connected to companies through which he allegedly organised entertainment events and promotional activities.

Several artists and commercial partners are now expected to review their association with Choudhary and his related companies. Some may distance themselves entirely until the legal position becomes clearer.

*From Grand Clio Glory to Cannes Silver: Mumbai’s 'Infinite Saree campaign' Dominates Global Creative Festivals in 2026*

 *From Grand Clio Glory to Cannes Silver: Mumbai’s 'Infinite Saree campaign' Dominates Global Creative Festivals in 2026*

*Mumbai*, Infinite Saree, the powerful social impact campaign advocating for the removal of the Marital Rape Exception from Indian law, took the global centre stage by being honoured with 1 Silver Lion at Cannes Lions International Festival of Cre⁷ativity 2026 and 14 Clio Awards, including the inaugural Women’s Health Grand Clio, at the 2026 Clio Health Award. The campaign was developed for the Red Dot Foundation(Mumbai) by Klick Health(Canada),  MediaMedic Communications(Mumbai) and others.

*Dinesh Chindarkar, Co-Founder & Director of MediaMedic Communications, said*, "We are proud to have been part of a campaign that combined purpose, culture, and advocacy; and the recognition with the Clio Health Awards and Cannes Lions demonstrates how powerful collaborations can elevate important conversations and bring global visibility to issues that matter."

Commenting on the recognition, *Supreet K. Singh, Co-founder & CEO, Red Dot Foundation, said*, "‘Infinite Saree’ was created to amplify the voices of women seeking legal protection and justice. This recognition reflects the strength of collective action and the ability of creative storytelling to bring critical social issues into mainstream discourse."

The global recognition of ‘Infinite Saree’ underscores the growing role of purpose-driven creativity in advancing social change. As conversations around women’s safety, equality, and legal rights continue to evolve, the campaign stands as a testament to the power of collective voices and creative advocacy in driving awareness and action. The campaign centred around a four-kilometre-long saree—believed to be the world's longest—designed by acclaimed fashion designer Nivedita Saboo and embroidered with thousands of signatures supporting its removal from the Indian Penal Code. Installed as a living petition at Mumbai's Royal Opera House, and later at KalaGhoda, it mobilized public participation and sparked nationwide conversations on women's rights, dignity, and safety.

19th HGH India opens with a grand inaugural ceremony in Mumbai*

 19th HGH India opens with a grand inaugural ceremony in Mumbai

Government, design, and trade leadership convene to mark the opening of India's leading annual home trade show

Mumbai, 30th June 2026:* The 19th edition of HGH India, the country's leading annual trade show for Home Textiles, Home Décor, Houseware, and Gifts, was officially inaugurated today at Hall 6, Bombay Exhibition Centre, NESCO, Mumbai.

The inaugural ceremony was graced by *Chief Guest Ms. Vrunda Manohar Desai (IRS), Textile Commissioner, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. Guests of Honour included Mr. Walter Ferrara, Consul General of Italy and Mr. Vikas Pansare (IAS), Managing Director, MSSIDC.. The ceremony was further attended by Special Guests ID. Ketan Sheth, Chairman, IIID MRC, Ar. Reza Kabul, President and Principal Architect, ARK Reza Kabul Architects, Ar. Raajeev Kasat, Principal Architect and Owner, Raajeev Kasat and Associates, and Ar. Makrand Pataskar, Principal Architect, Makrand Pataskar Architect. The ceremony was hosted by Mr. Arun Roongta, Managing Director, Texzone Information Services Pvt. Ltd., and Dr. Geert Böttger, Director, Expo + Consulting Associates Ltd*., organisers of HGH India.

The opening marks the beginning of a four-day showcase bringing together 700+ Indian and international brands and manufacturers, with 50,000+ expected trade buyers from across India and internationally.

"HGH India has been built on the belief that the Indian home industry deserves a platform that matches its ambition," said *Mr. Arun Roongta, Managing Director, Texzone Information Services Pvt. Ltd.* "The 19th edition reflects the extraordinary pace at which this sector is evolving — in design, in sustainability, and in its global outlook. We are proud to welcome 700+ brands, thousands of trade buyers, and some of the finest names in government and design to Mumbai, and we look forward to four days of meaningful business and ideas."

*Ms. Vrunda Manohar Desai (IRS), Textile Commissioner, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, said*, “It is encouraging to see the industry's strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and design excellence. Sustainability is no longer a buzzword; it has become an integral part of business strategy. Today, there is a growing emphasis on sustainable textiles, circularity, and traceability across the home textiles value chain. HGH India provides an excellent platform for manufacturers, buyers, and designers to come together, exchange ideas, and foster meaningful collaborations. I congratulate the organisers for creating such a diverse and dynamic platform that supports industry growth, innovation, and a more sustainable future."

*Mr. Walter Ferrara, Consul General of Italy, commented*, “India is one of the world's most dynamic and fast-growing markets, with a rapidly expanding demand for premium home furnishings, décor, and design-led products. Italy and India share a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, innovation, and quality, creating strong opportunities for collaboration between our industries. Through the official Italian Pavilion at HGH India, we are proud to showcase the excellence of five distinguished Italian brands. Together, they represent the finest traditions of Italian design, creativity, sustainability, and craftsmanship. We look forward to strengthening business partnerships and further deepening the trade relationship between Italy and India."

Organised by Texzone, with over 40 years of experience in market development, knowledge sharing, trend forecasting, and product intelligence, the 19th edition of HGH India advances with a clear three-pillar focus: Contemporary, Futuristic, and Sustainable.

*This year's highlights include:*

*PreSense: Trend Forecast 2026-27*— Dedicated pavilion showcasing four themes  bringing HGH India's design and colour forecast to life across all the categories.

*Technical Textiles Pavilion* — A dedicated showcase of high-performance home fabrics spanning flame-retardant furnishings, antimicrobial upholstery, thermal-regulated sleep solutions, and more, in a market projected to reach USD 50 billion by 2028.

*Italian Pavilion* — Organised by the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), the Italian Pavilion brings five prestigious Italian brands to India — IBIAGI, Kutyna, Laudarte, Moschella Sedute, and Rossini — showcasing home décor, accessories, seating, luxury lighting, glassware, and ceramics.

*Sustainability Pavilion* — Innovations in eco-conscious home products spanning natural and recycled materials, biodegradable composites, natural dyes, and responsible manufacturing.

*Smart Kitchen Pavilion* — Showcasing trends and the next generation of cookware, appliances, hydration and kitchen tools at the intersection of function, technology, and convenience.

*H-Circle Product Innovation Awards* — Recognising exhibitors across all categories for design innovation, functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability, judged by a diversified jury.

*Indian Heritage Pavilion* — Connecting national award-winning artisans and handloom producers with retailers and institutional buyers, supported by the Ministry of Textiles, Ministry of MSME, EPCH, HEPC, and more.

*HGH India Interactive* — Expert-led panel discussions and presentations covering retail innovation, consumer trends, technical textiles, sustainability, and the future of the Indian home market.

With 90% buyer retention and 80% exhibitor return across editions, HGH India continues to serve as a vital business enabler and thought leader for India's home and lifestyle industry.