Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviewed preparations for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS), scheduled from September 25 to 29 at the India Exposition Mart in Greater Noida.
According to the Chief Minister's Office, more than 2,500 exhibitors have registered for the event, while over 500 foreign buyers are expected to participate. The trade show will prominently feature Khadi materials and fashion through a dedicated fashion show.
In a post on X on Monday, the CM's office said, "This time, more than 2,500 exhibitors have registered, while over 500 foreign buyers are coming to participate in this trade show. Among the attractions of the trade show, the Khadi-focused fashion show is prominent."
The CM's office further stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the trade show, with Russia participating as a partner country. "The annual event #UPITS, which introduces entrepreneurs, manufacturers, and traders from around the world to #UttarPradesh's #Craft, #Cuisine, and #Culture, is set to be held from September 25 to 29, 2025, at the India Exposition Mart in Greater Noida. This grand event will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Russia will participate as the partner country in the third edition," the post read.
Returning for its third edition, UPITS 2025 aims to highlight the government's achievements and unveil new initiatives to boost investment and establish the state as a global manufacturing hub. "Alongside flagship schemes such as One District One Product (ODOP), the Defence Industrial Corridor, expressway projects including the Ganga Expressway, the digital investment portal, and outcomes of the Global Investors Summit, the government is likely to announce fresh industrial promotion policies, MSME vendor development programs, and export-boosting schemes," an official statement mentioned on August 27.
More than 500 buyers from 80 countries are expected, with 340 buyers from 75 nations already confirmed. Buyers from Europe, West Asia, South East Asia, South Asia, North America, Latin America, Oceania, and Africa will participate, opening up markets for "Made in UP" products.
To ensure maximum reach, Indian embassies and foreign missions have been tasked with promoting the trade show abroad. Domestically, extensive publicity is underway across the state and country, including campaigns at airports, metro stations, bus terminals, and through television outreach. The event will also showcase Uttar Pradesh's folk art and cultural heritage through cultural performances.