State industries Minister Rajpal Singh Shekhawat (Courtesy: TOI)

Jaipur had recently hosted it’s world famous Jaipur Literature Festival, and within no time there is another event which the city is all geared to embrace in high spirits. The 9th edition of the ‘India Stonemart’ is slated to be held at the Sitapura based Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre (JECC) from February 2-5.

The State Industries Minister Rajpal Singh Shekhawat will inaugurate the mart on the theme “Stone for Sustainability”.

India Stonemart 2017 is the largest international exposition on stone industry in India showcasing the world of natural dimensional stones, ancillary products and services comprehensively.

The event will also witness a galaxy of various stakeholders of the stone industry, like domestic and overseas producers, exporters and importers, consumers and buyers, experts, technology providers, architects, builders, developers, corporates, etc.

State industries Minister Rajpal Singh Shekhawat (Courtesy: TOI)

Not only Indian exhibitors but also overseas exhibitors will be ushered in to add to the euphoria.  156 overseas exhibitors from Afghanistan, China, Croatia, Greece, Iran, Italy, Spain, Turkey, UAE, and Oman will be participating at the fair. Turkey, China, Italy and Iran will be setting up country specific confluences at the mart.

Similarly from India, there will be around 300 exhibitors from various states will take part. More than 1500 overseas visitors and 25,000 trade visitors are expected to attend the fair.

The Stonemart will also feature the 3-day ‘Jaipur Architecture Festival’ from February 2 – 4. This festival will be a platform for new ideas, discussions and exploration.

All India Stone Architectural Awards (AISAA) will also be given away during India Stonemart.

This year, stone mart will be the special attractions of the Mart will be the battery of diamond tool manufactures, exclusive display of handicrafts at the Shilpgram as well as the showcase of stone machinery and heavy earthmoving equipment.

The fair has been organised by the Centre for Development of Stones (CDOS) in collaboration with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI). The principal sponsor of the event is Rajasthan State Industrial Development & Investment Corporation Ltd. (RIICO).

 

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