India International Hospitality Expo 2026 launches in Greater Noida

The 9th edition of the India International Hospitality Expo (IHE 2026) opened on 5 August 2026 at the India Expo Centre & Mart in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Organized by India Exposition Mart Limited, the four‑day B2B exhibition gathered hotel owners, chefs, architects, technology providers and other hospitality professionals from across India and abroad. The opening ceremony featured industry leaders such as Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Chairman of IEML, and Dr. Neeraj Khanna of the Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts.

Alongside the main expo, Madhu Mandapam – India's premier alcoholic‑beverage pavilion – held its third edition, marking its first appearance in Uttar Pradesh. The pavilion showcased brands including Diageo India, Pernod Ricard India, Radico Khaitan, Amrut Distilleries and Grover Zampa Vineyards, and offered masterclasses, curated tastings and the BarCraft Challenge for bartenders. Supported by the Confederation of Indian Alcoholic Beverage Companies, the Indian Malt Whisky Association and other industry bodies, Madru Mandapam provided a dedicated B2B lounge for networking and partnership building. Thousands of visitors explored the latest hospitality products, technologies and design solutions throughout the event.