CII Chandigarh Fair gives small businesses platform to grow: Punjab Guv

Punjab Governor and Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria said on Friday that the CII Chandigarh Fair gave small businesses a chance to showcase their products, reach wider audiences, and grow, while helping consumers choose quality products suited to their needs. In an exclusive conversation with The North News at Parade Ground, Sector 17, Kataria said such events benefited stall owners, entrepreneurs, business professionals and consumers.

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Northern Region, opened the CII Chandigarh Fair 2026 on Friday, bringing together over 280 exhibitors for a four-day festive shopping showcase. The fair, which runs until November 2, marks 30 years since its 1995 launch and features national brands, regional micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and master artisans.

Kataria said entrepreneurs and business professionals could learn about new developments and explore opportunities to expand their businesses through such platforms. He added that consumers could choose from a wide range of high-quality products according to their preferences. He said such events also promote industrial growth and increase public awareness.

Spread across 16,000 square metres, the fair features seven specialised verticals, including home décor and interiors, lifestyle and wellness, food and beverages, home appliances and smart living, financial services, traditional crafts and automobiles. More than 60 pc of participating exhibitors represent the MSME sector.

Visitors can explore festive fashion, home furnishings, handicrafts, gourmet foods, wellness products, smart home solutions and automobiles. Attractions include Swedish lamps with built-in air purifiers, new perfume launches, healthy food products, premium dairy offerings and consumer appliances.

A dedicated West Bengal State Pavilion, organised in association with the National Jute Board, showcases traditional crafts and textiles. Participating brands and organisations include State Bank of India, SEBI, HPMC, Himalaya Wellness, Mrs Bector’s, Bunge India, Singer India, Mahindra, Hyundai and Isuzu, among others.

The fair remains open daily from 10 am to 8 pm, offering visitors opportunities for festive shopping, brand discovery and exposure to regional craftsmanship.