Union Minister Manohar Lal, MoS Jitin Prasada inaugurate Bharat Buildcon 2026 in New Delhi – News On AIR

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News On AIR | June 18, 2026 9:45 PM
Housing and Urban Affairs Minister, Manohar Lal and Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Jitin Prasada today inaugurated Bharat Buildcon 2026 – One Nation, One Expo in New Delhi. Bharat Buildcon is an exhibition for the building materials and construction industry.
Addressing the gathering, Mr Prasada highlighted the role of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) in supporting economic growth and expanding opportunities for Indian industries in international markets. Referring to the India and UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), he said the agreement is expected to provide enhanced market access and strengthen trade relations between the two countries, creating opportunities for Indian manufacturers and exporters.
 
Mr Prasada also referred to the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi of positioning India as a trusted global manufacturing and sourcing destination through a focus on quality. He noted that India has the capabilities and resources to strengthen its presence across sectors, including construction and building materials. Mr Prasada said that platforms such as Bharat Buildcon facilitate interaction among manufacturers, innovators, buyers, policymakers and industry stakeholders while contributing to greater collaboration and business opportunities within the sector.
Bharat Buildcon 2026 has participation from more than 90 countries and over 100 cities across India. The exhibition showcases products, technologies and innovations across 24 segments, including ceramics, stone, hardware, cement, and other allied sectors.
More than 25 thousand visitors attended the exhibition on the inaugural day today. The exhibition will continue over the coming days and provide a platform for industry engagement, technology showcases and business interactions.
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