Bangalore, November, 26, 2024: HGH India, a well-established bi-annual trade show for home textiles, home décor, home furniture, houseware & gifts, is exploring South India for the first time by hosting its 16th edition in Bengaluru. The show is slated to take place from 3rd to 6th December 2024 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre.
Mr. Arun Roongta, Managing Director, HGH India, said, “It is a conscious decision to host the 16th edition in Bengaluru this year. With 20% of the country’s population and a 35% contribution to the GDP, South India is emerging as an important hub for manufacturing and service industries like IT. Its per capita income is about 50% higher than the five North Indian states, giving it much higher purchasing power. This also makes South India one of the most promising and underexplored markets for home products. The demand for home textiles, home décor, home furniture, houseware & gifts in these states is growing faster than in other parts of India.”
The region’s market is bolstered by urbanization, a growing middle class, and a shift towards aesthetic living spaces. Key areas like Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Cochin and Vijayawada are experiencing substantial growth due to higher economic activity and a strong demand for contemporary home products. South India has a robust presence of leading furnishing brands and retailers. The demand for various home décor and houseware products, including furniture, rugs, decorative accessories, cookware, tableware and kitchen appliances, is driven by consumer preferences for both traditional and modern design elements.
16th HGH India highlights:
- Bergner India’s New Launch – The European cookware and kitchen appliance brand, Bergner India, is set to unveil a new product in its cookware line at HGH India, especially for South Indian cooking. With this the brand proposes to take South Indian cookware to the national market.
- Repeat Exhibitors Returning – Many well-known brands are returning to showcase their products, including Micro Cotton from Sharadha Terry, a leading home textiles company in South India, along with PAN Overseas, Furnitech, TTK Prestige, Hawkins, United Ekta and others.
- New and Diverse Exhibitors – The event will feature 200 exhibitors from across the globe, including Italy and Turkey, as well as 40-50 new exhibitors from various regions of India, such as Moradabad, Jaipur, Jodhpur and Malappuram, a prominent furniture manufacturing hub in Kerala.
- World of Sleep (WOS) Conference – HGH India, with the support of Indian Sleep Products Federation (ISPF), will host a conference on the topic “Evolving Indian Sleep Market: The Way Forward” to sensitize the industry on World of Sleep concept and the opportunities it offers. The session scheduled on December 4th (Day 2) will include panel discussions and presentations focusing useful for the industry and trade in this sector.
- Panel Discussion on Houseware Trends – A dedicated panel discussion will feature industry leaders who will explore the latest trends in the houseware segment, emphasizing its growing importance in the HOME category.
- Sustainability Pavilion – In partnership with Manipal Advertising, HGH India will present a Sustainability Pavilion, showcasing eco-friendly living choices and sustainable home products from 6-8 exhibitors.
- Government Support – HGH India continues to receive support from Ministry of Textiles, Ministry of MSME, Government of India; Government of Haryana, and Government of Uttar Pradesh. Additionally, exhibitors supported by the Development Commissioner Handlooms and Development Commissioner Handicrafts will present traditional Indian art, including bamboo handicrafts and exhibitors from the North East.
- Indian Heritage Pavilion – The Indian Heritage Pavilion will feature National Award winning artisans showcasing traditional Indian art forms passed down through generations. Highlights include Sanjhi Paper Art from Alwar, Kaavi Art from Udupi, Mysore Painting, and Channapatana wooden toys, renowned for their craftsmanship.
16th edition of HGH India promises a rich blend of innovation, tradition, and sustainable initiatives, catering to a wide spectrum of exhibitors and visitors alike.
The venue, Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), is well-connected to the city via the Namma Metro network, making it accessible and convenient for visitors. Metro connectivity to BIEC: With the newly functional Madavara metro station, it is convenient to now reach BIEC as the station is right at the entrance of BIEC.
