Bhubaneswar, Nov 15: The 44th edition of the India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2025 officially opened its doors on Friday at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with Odisha making a remarkable impression through its specially designed state pavilion.
Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida inaugurated the Odisha Pavilion, marking the State's vibrant and engaging participation in the 14-day global trade event.
This year’s IITF, themed ‘Ek Bharat, Shresth Bharat’, is a platform that brings together delegates, entrepreneurs, artisans, and visitors from around the world to celebrate India’s socio-economic achievements and its rich cultural diversity. One of the key attractions at the fair is the Odisha Pavilion, which beautifully showcases the State’s indigenous art, culture, heritage, and its dynamic development journey.
Located at Hall No. 4, First Floor, the Odisha Pavilion has been conceptualised as an immersive space that blends the State’s ancient traditions with its modern aspirations. Deputy CM Parida praised the pavilion’s innovative design and expressed confidence that it would remain one of the event’s major crowd-pullers.
“The pavilion showcases Odisha’s progress in agriculture, tourism, heritage, industries, and trade, along with spiritual tourism, handlooms, and indigenous products,” she said, adding that the pavilion also highlights the leadership of Odisha in women empowerment, with several women-led enterprises participating in IITF 2025.
The inaugural ceremony was attended by senior officials, including Special Resident Commissioner Ritu Arora, Additional Resident Commissioner Sucharita Sarangi, Director I&PR Anuj Kumar Das Pattanaik, Director (Technical) Gurbir Singh, and Pavilion Director Aswini Kumar Bhoi.
With 28 thematic stalls representing various state departments, the pavilion highlights Odisha’s achievements and growth potential in various sectors. It features rural products such as organic spices, coffee, bamboo jewellery, and organic food items produced by women-led enterprises like Subhadra Shakti.
A striking replica of the Singha Dwara (Lion’s Gate) from the Jagannath Temple in Puri marks the pavilion’s main entrance, symbolising Odisha’s rich spiritual and cultural identity. Inside, visitors can explore displays of the Dhauli Shanti Stupa, exquisite Dhokra metal crafts, and a model of Paradip Port with a ship. Another entrance honours the State’s maritime legacy with a tribute to Odisha’s ancient global trade history through the Boita Dwara.
Adding to the experiential appeal, the pavilion features live demonstrations by traditional artisans showcasing Pattachitra painting, Silver Filigree work, Sabai Grass crafts, and Lac artistry, offering visitors a glimpse into Odisha’s timeless craftsmanship.
The Odisha Pavilion at IITF 2025 is set to be one of the most engaging highlights of the fair, offering a rich visual and informative journey into a transforming Odisha under Vision @2036.
