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Bharat Steel 2026 is India’s flagship international conference-cum-exhibition for the steel industry, organized by the Ministry of Steel, Government of India.
The event is scheduled to take place on 16–17 April 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
It aims to showcase India’s capabilities in sustainable and technologically advanced steel production, foster innovation, and promote green steel practices.

Key highlights of Bharat Steel 2026:

• Brings together global industry leaders, policymakers, technology providers, and investors.
• Thematic sessions and discussions on policy, artificial intelligence, innovation, and green technology.
• Roundtables focused on states, countries, and CEOs, along with technology showcases and buyer-seller meets.
• Seeks to position India as a global hub for steel trade and investment, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and collaboration.
• Part of the nation's ambition to boost steel per capita consumption and production, underlining recent milestones such as India’s per capita steel consumption crossing 100kg for the first time.
• All participation, event schedules, and registration details are available at the official website, making it the central platform for updates leading up to the event.

The main themes and focus areas for Bharat Steel 2026 are:

• Sustainability: A strong emphasis on green, sustainable manufacturing practices across the steel industry. The event aims to highlight India's commitment to balancing industrial growth with environmental responsibility.
• Innovation: Showcasing technological advancements and the latest innovations in steel production and processing.
• Collaboration: Bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, technology providers, and investors to encourage partnerships and knowledge sharing within the global steel ecosystem.
• Growth of the Steel Value Chain: Focus on the entire steel value chain, including both primary and secondary sectors, to foster holistic development.
• Sector-specific Sessions: Thematic discussions, sector-specific roundtables, and conferences tailored for CEOs and major stakeholders.
• Global Trade and Investment Hub: Exploring opportunities to position India as a hub for global steel trade and investment.
• Technology & Buyer-Seller Showcases: Sessions and exhibitions dedicated to technological showcases and facilitating business interactions between buyers and sellers.

These themes reflect the strategic goals of Bharat Steel 2026: promoting sustainable practices, fostering innovation, and positioning India as a leader in the international steel industry.

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