AAHAR

AAHAR is India’s largest and oldest food and beverage trade show. This year is the 40^th edition of the event.

AAHAR features over 1,700 exhibitors, including international pavilions, and businesses and producers in the following sectors:

• food processing, consumer retail, hospitality, global food and cuisines, packaging solutions, and hospitality tech
• packaged food products and non-alcoholic beverages, dairy products, confectionery and bakery, fresh fruits and vegetables, and nutraceuticals.

It will also feature live culinary experiences and master classes, with chef demonstrations, mixology sessions, and food tastings.

In 2026, Austrade will host the Australia's own nation branded Pavilion in the International arena for the 4^th year, providing a platform for Australian businesses and producers to engage with other industry bodies and buyers.

Why you should participate

• Meet buyers at one of Asia’s largest food and beverage shows that spans over 70,000 square metres and attracts over 100,000 visitors from the pan-India region and global markets. AAHAR provides a platform to learn more about the market, engage with potential importers and partners, and meet customers from sectors including retail, food processing, hotels, restaurants, catering industry, etc.
• Benefit from India’s retail surge. With modern trade and premium formats, India is one of the fastest-growing global retail markets. In addition, India’s e-commerce and quick-commerce provides the opportunity to test the market before engaging in more formal arrangements.
• Tap into the quick-commerce boom offering a delivery service of between 10 and 20 minutes: Most e-commerce platforms are scaling fast, adding quick commerce elements and running campaigns to drive demand for premium imported foods.
• Leverage Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement: India has eliminated the 30% tariff on Australian sheep meat; cut wine duties from the historic 150% for >US$5 and >US$15 price bands; and opened tariff-rate quotas or phased cuts for almonds, lentils, avocados and more giving Australian products a head-start over many competitors.
• Enjoy support from Austrade before and during the show: From pre-departure briefings to in-market visits, and business introductions, Austrade helps you understand the nuances and navigate the right entry models.
• Navigate India’s food import rules with confidence: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)'s single-window Food Import Clearance System (FICS) integrates with customs and ensures labelling rules are updated, published and accessible. Meet compliance advisors and representatives from DAFF (Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry) in market.