Women Entrepreneurs throng 42nd India Carpet Expo on Day 2; Buyers from USA, Europe turn in large numbers
NEW DELHI : The second day of 42nd India Carpet Expo witnessed visitors and connoisseurs of handmade carpets at NSIC exhibition ground, Okhla, New Delhi.
The mega expo is receiving an overwhelming response of 195 overseas buyers from across the world with presence of 230 buying representatives. India Carpet Expo, showcasing new fall winter collection as per the buyers’ requirements in terms of size, design, color and quality” is alluring the buyers.
India Carpet Expo is an endeavor of Carpet Export Promotion Council (CEPC) to provide an exclusive business environment to carpet importers as well as manufacturers and exporters. As many as, 195 members from all over India are participating in the expo which is an ideal platform for international carpet buyers, buying houses, buying agents, architects and Indian carpet manufacturers and exporters to meet and establish long-term business relationships.
A buyer from the USA, said, “It’s my third visit to India Carpet Expo. There are new unique designs of carpets which one could not find in another part of the world. I am loving product diversification. Due to COVID19, we had to shut down our business for a couple of months. Here we are getting original products with higher quality at a reasonable price. It has been great to be here I thank Government of India and CPEC for organizing such a great show”.
Indian entrepreneur, Jyoti Goyal, owner and entrepreneur, FORTUNE RUGS, Bikaner said, “I am the first generation female to get into carpet manufacturing business which is solely male dominated. I believe that ICE 2022 will be helpful for me to make contacts and grow in this business and become an inspiration for other women.”
Another Delhi-based visitor said, “I have been participating in the India Carpet Expo for the past 13 years. This time I am looking forward to good opportunities from serious buyers across the globe here. From the very first day of this expo, I am interacting with potential foreign and Indian buyers.”