SRINAGAR, Jun 17: The three-day national exhibition and awareness initiative, “Rise in Jammu & Kashmir 2026 – Building the Path Towards Viksit Bharat @ 2047,” was inaugurated on Wednesday at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre by Ghulam Ali Khatana, under whose guidance the event has been conceptualized and organized.
Organized by Tarmeh Events, the exhibition brings together leading government ministries, public sector undertakings, scientific and research institutions, development organizations, and industry stakeholders on a common platform to highlight India’s developmental achievements, technological advancements, flagship schemes, and public welfare initiatives.
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, Ghulam Ali Khatana emphasized the importance of spreading awareness about transformative initiatives being undertaken across various sectors of the Indian economy. He said Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a new phase of growth and development and that such exhibitions serve as an effective bridge between citizens and institutions contributing to nation-building.
Highlighting the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047, Khatana called upon government agencies, industry leaders, researchers, academicians, entrepreneurs, and young innovators to actively contribute towards building a developed and self-reliant India. He noted that the exhibition provides a valuable opportunity to showcase achievements in infrastructure, science and technology, healthcare, agriculture, renewable energy, education, public services, and sustainable development.
The exhibition features participation from several prominent organizations, including NHPC, Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), ICMR, ISRO, CSIR, ICAR, APEDA, Northern Railway, IRCTC, POWERGRID, NTPC, TRIFED, NAFED and several other public sector enterprises and government bodies.
Visitors explored innovative exhibits, technology demonstrations, awareness campaigns and information displays showcasing the contributions of participating institutions toward national development. The event also facilitates interaction among policymakers, industry experts, researchers, students, entrepreneurs and members of the public.
The organizers expressed gratitude to all participating organizations for supporting the initiative and making it a meaningful platform for innovation, knowledge-sharing and public engagement.
The exhibition will continue until June 19, 2026, and is expected to attract a large number of students, professionals, researchers, entrepreneurs, government officials and citizens. Organizers have invited the public to visit the exhibition and gain firsthand knowledge of the schemes, technologies and developmental initiatives shaping the vision of a developed India by 2047.