Current Affairs - International - Discussion

The 40th edition of AAHAR 2026, a major B2B trade exhibition for the food and hospitality industry, was inaugurated by Union Minister Piyush Goyal at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Organised by the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), the event took place from March 10 to 14, 2026. Italy participated as the Partner Country for this edition, emphasising stronger collaboration between India and the European Union in sectors such as gourmet foods, hospitality technology, and food processing innovations. The exhibition featured around 1,800 exhibitors from 17 countries and showcased advancements in packaging technology, cold chain solutions, and hospitality infrastructure.