Anuga Select India 2026 and the 20th edition of Anuga FoodTec India 2026 concluded successfully at the Bombay Exhibition Centre. Organized by Koelnmesse, the co-located mega-trade fairs brought together over 1,100 exhibitors from 43 countries and attracted 53,000+ trade visitors, creating a powerful platform for business engagement, sourcing, technology exchange, and international partnerships across food products, ingredients, processing, packaging, automation, digitalisation, and allied technologies. 

Supported by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), Government of India, and featuring the European Union (EU) as the Official Partner Region, the three-day event served as an international bridge connecting Indian enterprises with global markets, buyers, and technology pioneers.

Adding a vibrant culinary dimension to the three-day showcase, celebrity Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi formally inaugurated the Culinary Corner at Anuga Select India 2026, setting the stage for live culinary demonstrations, product showcases, and tasting sessions. The successful co-location created a comprehensive platform connecting the entire food value chain, from food products, ingredients, and sourcing to processing, packaging, automation, and manufacturing technologies. By bringing these complementary sectors together, the exhibitions enabled industry professionals to discover innovations, explore business opportunities, strengthen partnerships, and engage with developments shaping the future of the global food industry.

For Anuga Select India, the 2026 edition marked a significant milestone, further strengthening its position as one of India's leading international food and beverage trade exhibitions. With the participation of over 16 country pavilions and the European Union joining as the Official Partner Region for the first time at an Indian exhibition, the event underscored its growing international significance and India's increasing importance in the global food trade landscape. 

The presence of international senior government representatives diplomats, and key industry stakeholders further elevated the exhibition's global profile, fostering diplomatic engagement, strengthening bilateral trade relationships, and creating new opportunities for business collaboration. The edition reinforced Anuga Select India's role as a strategic meeting point for Indian and international food businesses to connect, explore new markets, showcase innovation, and build lasting partnerships.

Beyond the exhibition floors, a diverse programme of conferences, interactive features, and industry engagements added depth to the visitor experience and reinforced the exhibitions' commitment to knowledge-sharing and innovation. 

The Retail Walk was particularly well received by international exhibitors, offering valuable insights into India's evolving retail landscape, consumer preferences, and modern trade opportunities. It provided a unique platform for global brands to understand the Indian marketplace, explore potential retail partnerships, and identify opportunities to expand their presence in one of the world's most dynamic food and beverage markets. The conference programme, featuring industry experts and thought leaders, instead, provided a platform to discuss emerging trends, market opportunities, evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and the future direction of the food and beverage sector. With more than 150 speakers and chefs contributing to the wider programme, the exhibitions encouraged meaningful dialogue and the exchange of industry insights.