AAHAR is an International Food & Hospitality Fair in India and is organised every year by the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO). It’s one of the largest B2B trade shows in Asia for the food processing, F&B, and hospitality industries.
1. Overview of the event
AAHAR 2026 will provide a platform for manufacturers, exporters, importers, chefs, hoteliers, distributors, and retail chains to showcase their product innovations and create global business connections.
2. Date and venue
- Expected date: Tue, 10 Mar, 2026 – Sat, 14 Mar, 2026
- Venue: Bharat Mandapam (previously known as Pragati Maidan)
- Location: New Delhi
- Organized by: India Trade Promotion Organisation
Note: Dates are usually published about 6-8 months prior to the event.
3. Key Sectors
AAHAR is divided into several different sectors:
- A. Food and Beverage (F&B)
- Processed Foods
- Organic and Health Foods
- Dairy Products
- Meats and Poultry
- Seafood
- Beverages (Non-Alcoholic Beverages and Alcoholic Beverages Where Allowed)
- Baked Goods and Candies
- B. Hospitality and Equipment
- Kitchen Equipment
- Hotel and Restaurant Equipment
- Refrigeration and Storage
- Packaging Solutions
- Baking and Candy Making Equipment
- Food Processing Technology
4. Who Should Attend?
AAHAR 2026 is primarily a B2B Exhibition. It is an ideal event for:
- Hotel Owners and Chefs
- Restaurant Chains, Cafe Owners
- Food Manufacturers and Exporters
- Importers and Distributors
- Supermarket Purchasing Managers
- Cloud Kitchen Companies
- Hospitality Consultants
- Investors in the F&B Industry
- Students and Culinary Professionals, who are also able to obtain networking opportunities and industry knowledge.
5. Why is AAHAR 2026 Important?
- Expansion of your business: The event encourages both Indian and multinational brands to launch their products and look for distributors using Aahar.
- Global Reach: Companies from Europe, Africa, Asia and the Americas frequently showcase products at Aahar and thus it has become a global sourcing platform.
- Interactions Between Companies: There are thousands of professionals from your industry that attend to develop strong B2B networks.
- New Product Development: Most of the latest developments in food innovation such as sustainable (i.e. recyclable or compostable), innovative packaging and technology related to kitchen appliances will be introduced at Aahar.
- Exhibition Events and Features
- Live demonstrations of items being offered for sale
- Different exhibit areas representing many International countries
- Chefs demonstrating cooking and serving of foods
- Examples of products that use technology to cook (including i.e.: automating the cooking process)
- Areas dedicated to innovative packaging
- Examples of healthy and organic products
6. Registration of Visitor
- The registration process normally occurs online through ITPO’s official website (ITPO sponsored by the Government of India).
- Generally, some form of ID will be required when entering the Aahar.
- Some days are restricted to business visitors only.
- Recommended to register early due to high demand.
7. Exhibitor Information
Exhibitors have several options when reserving space at Aahar:
- Raw exhibition space
- Pre-constructed booths (shell scheme)
- Premium booths in a pavilion.
The cost of a booth will depend on booth size and location within the convention center. If you represent a company from Outside of India you may coordinate with your company’s Trade Mission to India or export council.
8. Economic & Industry Impact
AAHAR is an important contributor to these sectors by:
- Encouraging ‘Make in India’ food industry branding.
- Increasing food export volumes and value.
- Supporting new initiatives in the hospitality sector.
- Supporting the growth of supply chain systems
- Being the main contributor to the growth of the food processing and hospitality sectors in India.
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Attendance Tips For AAHAR 2026
- Early Registration
- Schedule Pre-Meeting Appointments
- Business Cards
- Wear Comfortable Formal Attire
- Strategic Hall Visitation – There will be several exhibition halls at AAHAR 2026! (Exhibitors will be located in multiple halls throughout the venue).
Estimated Size (Based On Previous Events)
- More than 1,500 Exhibitors
- More than 80,000 Business Attendees
- Exhibitors In Multiple Exhibition Halls
- 30+ Countries Participating
Summary
AAHAR 2026 is a “must attend” event for anyone involved in the food processing, hospitality and/or food and beverage industries & is being held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. It is the largest platform in India for industry networking, product development, and international trade collaboration.
