**Executive Summary**
This document announces PLASTINDIA 2026, a major plastics exhibition commencing on February 5, 2026, and running through February 10, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. It is organized with support from the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises of India, and will feature over 2,000 international exhibitors. The event aims to showcase innovations in machinery, raw materials, and circular economy solutions, with a focus on building a self-reliant industrial base.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Event Details:**
* PLASTINDIA 2026, a global plastics exhibition, begins on February 5, 2026, and continues until February 10, 2026, in New Delhi.
* The event is held at Bharat Mandapam.
* **Organizers and Support:**
* Organized with the support of the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises of India.
* **Theme and Vision:**
* The theme is "Bharat Next," aligning with the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat.
* Focuses on a self-reliant industrial base to drive manufacturing-led growth and employment.
* **Exhibition Highlights:**
* Over 2,000 international exhibitors will showcase innovations in machinery, raw materials, and circular economy solutions.
* Dedicated space for youth, innovators, and start-ups to showcase sustainable plastic solutions.
* Unique museum demonstrating the versatility and critical role of plastics.
* **Zero Waste Initiative:**
* Envisaged as a Zero Waste exhibition for the first time.
* All solid waste will be segregated, recycled, and reused.
* **India's Plastics Industry:**
* Currently valued at approximately ₹3-3.5 lakh crore.
* Aims for significant future growth.
* A vital contributor to India's move towards a USD 10 trillion economy.
* Supports infrastructure, consumer goods, and the global supply chain.
* **Event Focus:**
* Highlights India's strength in Men, Material, Machine, and Markets.
* Revolves around Trade, Technology, Talent, Tradition, and Tourism.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: International Exhibitors**
* **Impact:** Opportunity to showcase innovations in machinery, raw materials, and circular economy solutions to a global audience.
* **Action Required:** Prepare exhibition materials and logistics for participation in PLASTINDIA 2026.
**Stakeholder: Plastics Industry (India)**
* **Impact:** Platform to contribute to and benefit from the growth of the Indian plastics industry and its role in supporting the nation's economic goals.
* **Action Required:** Participate in the exhibition and leverage the platform for networking and business development.
**Stakeholder: Youth, Innovators, and Start-ups**
* **Impact:** Opportunity to display sustainable plastic solutions and gain recognition for their role in the future of the industry.
* **Action Required:** Prepare to showcase innovative and sustainable plastic solutions.
**Stakeholder: General Public**
* **Impact:** Increased awareness of the versatility of plastics and their crucial role in different sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, and water management.
* **Action Required:** None specified in the document.
**Stakeholder: Government (Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises of India)**
* **Impact:** Opportunity to support the plastics industry's growth, aligning it with the nation's vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat.
* **Action Required:** Continue supporting the event through organizational efforts and policy implementation.
Key Entities Referenced
PLASTINDIA 2026: A large international plastics exhibition held in New Delhi, India, showcasing innovations in the plastics industry and aligned with the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat vision.
Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals: A department of the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers supporting the organization of PLASTINDIA 2026.
Atmanirbhar Bharat: The Indian Prime Minister's vision for a self-reliant India, which PLASTINDIA 2026 supports by focusing on manufacturing-led growth.
New Delhi: Location of the PLASTINDIA 2026 exhibition.
Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers :
Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals
PLASTINDIA 2026: One of the World's Largest
Plastics Exhibitions to Begin Tomorrow in New
Delhi
Posted On: 04 FEB 2026 8:25PM by PIB Delhi
PLASTINDIA 2026, one of the world's premier plastics exhibitions, is set to commence tomorrow,
February 5, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Running until February 10, the 2026 edition of this global event is organized with the support of the
Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and Ministry of
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises of India
Under the theme "Bharat Next," the PLASTINDIA 2026 exhibition aligns with the Hon’ble Prime
Minister’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat. It focuses on building a self-reliant industrial
base to drive manufacturing-led growth and large-scale employment.
Over 2,000 international exhibitors will showcase cutting-edge innovations in machinery, raw materials,
and circular economy solutions at the event.
The event highlights India’s strength in Men, Material, Machine, and Markets, while revolving around the
strategic pillars of Trade, Technology, Talent, Tradition, and Tourism.
For the first time, PLASTINDIA is envisaged as a Zero Waste exhibition. All solid waste generated at the
venue will be segregated, recycled, and reused, ensuring zero contribution to landfills.A dedicated space for youth, innovators, and start-ups will showcase sustainable plastic solutions,
recognizing their role in the industry’s future.
A unique museum will demonstrate the versatility of plastics and their critical role in agriculture,
healthcare, water management, and mobility when managed responsibly.
The Indian plastic industry is currently valued at approximately ₹3–3.5 lakh crore, with a trajectory aimed
at significant future growth.
As India moves toward a USD 10 trillion economy, the plastics sector remains a vital contributor,
supporting infrastructure, consumer goods, and the global supply chain.
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