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International 11 September 2026 · Event date: 10 September 2026

Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal, Minister of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation Mr. Anton Alikhanov visit NICDC pavilion at INNOPROM India 2026

Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal, Minister of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation Mr. Anton Alikhanov visit NICDC pavilion at INNOPROM India 2026
Official visual from the source release · Source: Press Information Bureau

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal and Russia's Minister of Industry and Trade Mr. Anton Alikhanov visited the NICDC pavilion at INNOPROM India 2026 in New Delhi. They were briefed on key industrial initiatives, and discussions focused on strengthening India-Russia cooperation in manufacturing, technology, and investment. The event highlighted India's Industrial Smart Cities and logistics solutions to global delegates and investors.

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In Simple Words

Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal and Russian Trade Minister Anton Alikhanov toured the NICDC pavilion at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, during INNOPROM India 2026. They reviewed industrial initiatives like smart cities and PM MITRA Parks.

The pavilion showcased India's manufacturing ecosystem and explored cooperation in technology and investment between India and Russia. B2B meetings focused on sectors like aerospace, energy, and advanced engineering.

Key Points

  • Shri Piyush Goyal and Mr. Anton Alikhanov visited the NICDC pavilion at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
  • The visit occurred on the second day of INNOPROM India 2026 following a bilateral meeting.
  • NICDC presented initiatives like NICDP, Industrial Smart Cities, and PM MITRA Parks.
  • Discussions highlighted India-Russia cooperation in manufacturing, localisation, and investment.
  • CEO MD of NICDC is Shri Rajat Kumar Saini, IAS.
  • B2B meetings covered sectors including advanced engineering, aerospace, pharmaceuticals, and energy.
  • The first edition of INNOPROM is being held in India.
  • NICDC engagements support Make in India and Viksit Bharat @2047.

Exam Angle

Event
INNOPROM India 2026
Venue
Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
Indian Minister
Shri Piyush Goyal
Russian Minister
Mr. Anton Alikhanov

A. Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal

Source: Press Information Bureau

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