PLASTINDIA 2026 set to be the Biggest-Ever Exhibition at Bharat Mandapam and India’s First Zero-Waste Plastics Show
The Plastindia Foundation today officially launched the campaign for PLASTINDIA 2026, set to be the largest exhibition ever hosted at Bharat Mandapam and the first Zero-Waste plastics exhibition in India. The 12th edition of this global event will spotlight India’s leadership in innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation, while aligning with the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of a Swachh Bharat and the national agenda of “Viksit Bharat”.
With the theme “Bharat Next”, PLASTINDIA 2026 will spread across 75,000+ square meters, welcome over 600,000 business visitors, and feature top global and domestic exhibitors from sectors including packaging, automotive, construction, and electronics. The exhibition is positioned as a global launchpad for next-gen technologies, sustainable innovations, and new business collaborations.
Speaking at the launch event, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Delhi, Mrs. Rekha Gupta, urged the plastics industry to take a lead role in making the capital a Zero-Waste City:
“The plastic industry is deeply embedded in our daily lives. By adopting advanced technologies and sustainable practices, the industry can address pollution challenges and directly contribute to making Delhi cleaner, greener, and globally attractive. The Delhi Government will extend its full support to the Plastindia Foundation to make PLASTINDIA 2026 a grand success.” She also appealed to the industry to align with the vision of Plastindia Foundation, to make this the first-ever Zero-Waste exhibition:
“Just as Plastindia 2026 will be a Zero-Waste exhibition, I urge the plastics industry to extend the same commitment to making Delhi a Zero-Waste City. Together, we can transform this vision into reality.”
Mr. Ravish Kamath, President of the Plastindia Foundation, shared insights into the industry’s trajectory:
“The Indian plastics industry, valued at USD 2.3 lakh crores in 2025, is on track to reach USD 3.8 lakh crores by 2030, driven by packaging, automotive, and electronics. Exports already stand at USD 10.34 billion, underscoring India’s strong global demand. North India, particularly Delhi-NCR, is a vital hub, accounting for 23% of India’s plastics consumption. PLASTINDIA 2026 will capture this momentum, reinforcing our position as a global force while charting the course for a circular, sustainable economy.”
Emphasizing Plastindia’s strong sustainability commitment, Mr. Alok Tibrewala, Chairman of the National Executive Committee, Plastindia 2026, said:
“PLASTINDIA 2026 will be India’s first-ever plastics exhibition to operate on a Zero-Waste framework, fully aligned with the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s Swachh Bharat Mission. Recycling initiatives, sustainable pavilions, and advanced waste management will ensure the exhibition itself becomes a model of circular economy practices for the world to emulate.”
Plastindia 2026 will also integrate the 5Ts framework of Talent, Technology, Tradition, Trade, and Tourism to deliver a holistic impact:
- Talent: Providing a platform for young innovators, MSMEs, and startups to showcase solutions and engage with global leaders.
- Technology: Featuring cutting-edge advancements in sustainable plastics, recycling, and digital transformation.
- Tradition: Showcasing India’s legacy in polymers and manufacturing excellence, embracing the tradition of “Athithi Devo Bava” and offering various facilities to the visitors & exhibitors like free water, resting area, free Wi-Fi, charging zones, one of its kind mobile app
- Trade: Connecting 600,000+ business visitors with global brands and Indian manufacturers to drive exports and investments.
- Tourism: As the biggest exhibition ever hosted at Bharat Mandapam, Plastindia 2026 will also promote Delhi as a global tourist and business hub, ensuring every international visitor experiences India’s cultural and economic strengths.
The event will bring together policy makers, industry leaders, MSMEs, startups, and global buyers, creating a platform that not only supports business growth but also positions India as a responsible, innovative, and globally competitive plastics economy.
Mr. Parvesh Wahi, Leader of the House, MCD, graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour, while Dr. Raju Desai, Vice President, Plastindia Foundation, proposed the Vote of Thanks
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