Early Times Report LUCKNOW, July 31: With the objective of establishing Uttar Pradesh as a leading hub of global trade, manufacturing and exports, the fourth edition of the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS) will be held from 25 to 29 September at the India Expo Center and Mart in Greater Noida. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviewed the preparations for the event on Friday and described it as an important opportunity to showcase Uttar Pradesh's industrial potential, innovation, products and export capabilities before the world. The Chief Minister stated, Over its previous three editions, the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show has become an effective medium for connecting the state's products, enterprises and industries with national and international markets. Now, this event is not merely a trade exhibition, but has become a global platform that is taking forward Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of 'Make in India' and 'Make for the World'." He said that Uttar Pradesh is a state of "Unlimited Potential" and the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show is the most effective platform to experience this potential. He directed that the event be widely publicized across the country and abroad so that the maximum number of investors, buyers and visitors participate in it. It was informed during the meeting that this year's theme for the trade show has been set as 'UP for Global Growth: Innovation, Manufacturing and Exports'. The event has set a target of participation by more than 2,400 exhibitors, over 1.50 lakh registered B2B buyers, more than 4.50 lakh B2C visitors and over 550 international buyers from 85 countries. In addition, more than 4,000 MoUs, a proposed MoU value exceeding Rs 3200 crore and business inquiries worth more than Rs 13,500 crore are expected. The Chief Minister directed that active dialogue also be established with Singapore, Oman, Austria, Brazil, Thailand, Japan, Indonesia and Russia, among other countries, to ensure their maximum participation. The Chief Minister was informed that this time, ODOP, ODOC, MSMEs, electronics and IT, defence and aerospace, agriculture and allied sectors, tourism and films, renewable energy, automobiles and electric vehicles, pharma and healthcare, skill development, civil aviation, financial services, startups, logistics, food processing, handicrafts, Khadi, textiles, leather, furniture and other major sectors will be showcased extensively, through which Uttar Pradesh's diverse industrial and economic potential will be displayed on a single platform. |