Unified Gifting Industry Platform: A Nationwide Expansion of Gifts World Expo
Gifts World Expo, Paperworld India, and Corporate Gifts Show have announced a merger to create a unified platform in India. The initiative focuses on expanding exhibition reach across major cities, enhancing brand visibility, and fostering a national ecosystem for the gifting and stationery sectors, expected to boost market engagement significantly.

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The recent merger of Gifts World Expo, Paperworld India, and Corporate Gifts Show marks a strategic expansion in India's gifting and stationery sectors. Announced at Gifts World Expo – Delhi 2025, this initiative aims to establish a robust pan-India presence by targeting regional commercial hubs like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Kolkata.
This move is expected to revolutionize market access for brands, offering year-round engagement, regional networking, and enhanced visibility in B2B, retail, and corporate segments. With a focus on adapting to regional market demands, the strategy promotes a cohesive alliance fostering an integrated national ecosystem for gifting and stationery.
The upcoming Mumbai edition in February 2026 will spotlight the rebranded Gifts World Expo, combining corporate and general gifting under one umbrella, while Paperworld India debuts in New Delhi, further extending its reach. Stakeholders see this merger as pivotal in elevating the industry, aligning it with Messe Frankfurt's global trade fair network to broaden international market opportunities.
(With inputs from agencies.)