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Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition Surat: May 1-5, 2026

The third Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) will be held May 1-2, 2026 at AURO University, Surat, focusing on South Gujarat's growth. Alongside, the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition (VGRE) will run from May 1-5, covering 12,000 square meters. The exhibition features Reverse Buyer Seller Meets, Udyami Mela, and stalls for tribal artisans, women, and startups. It aims to connect MSMEs, handicrafts, and cottage industries with new markets, aligning with the 'Viksit Bharat@2047' vision.

Key Points: Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition Surat 2026

  • Event held May 1-5, 2026 at AURO University, Surat
  • 12,000 sqm exhibition with Reverse Buyer Meets and Udyami Mela
  • Focus on textiles, gems, agro-processing, chemicals, tourism
  • Previous VGRE in Kutch-Saurashtra had 450+ exhibitors
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Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition to be hosted as part of VGRC South Gujarat in Surat from May 1st to May 5th

Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition (VGRE) in Surat from May 1-5, 2026. 12,000 sqm event with Reverse Buyer Meets, Udyami Mela, and MSME focus.

"Organising VGRC South Gujarat on the occasion of Gujarat Sthapana Divas reflects the government's strong commitment to steer the state towards a forward-looking course. - Chief Minister's Office"

Gandhinagar, April 27

The third edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference is scheduled on 1st and 2nd May 2026 at AURO University, Surat, focusing on South Gujarat.

According to the Chief Minister's Office, alongside the conference, the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition (VGRE) will be held at the same venue from 1st to 5th May 2026. The exhibition, to be set up over an area of 12,000 square metres, will begin at 10 am and continue till 6 pm.

At the exhibition, special functions such as Reverse Buyer Seller Meets, Udyami Mela and vendor development programmes will be organised. Stalls will be set up for Tribal Haat, women artisans, award-winning artisans and startups.

The VGRE will also cater to MSMEs, handicrafts and cottage industries. This will help connect the stakeholders with new markets. Visitors may register at the link https://vibrantgujarat.com/registration, a release added.

The VGRC will focus on key growth sectors including textiles, gems and jewellery, agro and food processing, chemicals and petrochemicals, and tourism, with leading companies and institutions from these high-growth sectors participating. Through strategic partnerships, policy support and investor participation, the event aims to accelerate industrial growth while ensuring inclusive development and sustainability in South Gujarat.

Alongside the previous conference held in Rajkot, the exhibition for the Kutch and Saurashtra Region was inaugurated on 11th January 2026. VGRE Kutch and Saurashtra featured over 450 exhibitors, including some 160 MSMEs, around 60 startups and innovators, approximately 62 skilled artisans associated with handicrafts and handlooms, and 70 stalls from central and state government departments.

Earlier, at the first VGRE held in Mehsana for North Gujarat, over 410 exhibitors (including 170+ MSMEs) participated across an area of 18,000 square metres. It featured six thematic pavilions and attracted more than 80,000 visitors.

Organising VGRC South Gujarat on the occasion of Gujarat Sthapana Divas reflects the government's strong commitment to steer the state towards a forward-looking course.

As per the release, scheduled on the historic occasion of 1st May, the conference reinforces Gujarat's vision for industrial, economic and social progress, while aligning with the 'Viksit Bharat@2047' vision to foster regional development, attract investments and strengthen global linkages. Through VGRC, new opportunities will be unlocked across diverse sectors, further accelerating Gujarat's development progress.

- ANI

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Rahul R
Very good for MSMEs and startups. But I hope the Reverse Buyer Seller Meets actually translate into real business for small vendors, not just big corporates taking all the limelight. Also, free registration is good, but why no mention of free transport from railway station to venue? That would help small-town visitors.
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Naveen S
As a Surat resident, I'm really excited about this! The Tribal Haat and women artisans section is a thoughtful touch. Our region has so much traditional craft that needs exposure. Just hope the exhibition doesn't become too corporate and forgets the local flavour. Chak De Gujarat! 🚀
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Meera T
I appreciate the government's consistent efforts with these regional conferences. But why always Surat, Ahmedabad, Vadodara? What about smaller towns like Navsari or Valsad? True 'Viksit Bharat' means including every taluka. Still, good to see focus on South Gujarat's potential in chemicals and petrochemicals. 🤔
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Suresh O
Nice to see the government taking regional development seriously. The numbers from Mehsana (80,000 visitors!) and Rajkot editions are promising. I'm a small trader in textiles, and events like these helped me connect with buyers from Dubai last time. Hope the 5-day duration allows enough time for meaningful networking. 🇮🇳
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Arjun K
VGRC is a good concept but I'm skeptical about the actual ground-level impact. Last time in Rajkot, many small stall owners complained about high registration fees for exhibitors. Is the registration link for visitors free? The article doesn't clarify. Also, hope the 12,000 sq m space is enough for

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