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Curtains drawn on the 43rd edition of India International Trade Fair

On the concluding day of November 27, 2024, the curtains fell on the historic 43rd edition of the India International Trade Fair (IITF). Shri Premjit Lal, ED, ITPO announced that this year a good amount of business was generated by the participants. He indicated that more than one million visitors witnessed the fair.  He praised the media for their wide coverage not only in print media but social media too. 

Puducherry  won  the  Gold   Medal, the Silver Medal was  presented   to Meghalaya and  the  Bronze Medal  to Karnataka in the States and Union Territories Category,  Special Appreciation Certificates  was  also  conferred  to Punjab, West Bengal and Tripura.

In the Thematic Presentation by the States Category, Madhya Pradesh won the Gold Medal, the Silver Medal was presented to Odisha and Bronze to Assam.  Special Appreciation Certificates were also given to Maharashtra, Punjab and Tamil Nadu.

At IITF, the ITPO also observed and celebrated Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan, raising awareness about cleanliness and sanitation among exhibitors and visitors and the award was also given to Swachh Pavilion – Gold to Goa, Silver to Kerala, Bronze to Haryana and Commendation was also awarded to Uttarakhand and Gujarat.

In the   Foreign   Pavilions, the Embassy of the Republic of Tunisia was commended with the Gold Medal and Egypt (Milano Bazar) won the Silver while the Bronze Medal was presented   to Turkey, Tillo Hediyelik Eşya Sanayi tic itet Ltd. Serketi and Thailand (Thai SMEs Exporter Association).

In the Ministries and Departments, PSUs, PSB and Commodity Boards   category, Reserve Bank of India bagged the Gold Medal, Punjab National Bank (PNB), received the Silver Medal respectively, while State Bank of India (SBI) won the Bronze Medal. Special Appreciation Certificates were received by the Coal India Limited and Central Bank of India.

In the Empowering India (Ministries & Govt. Department/SARAS/KVIC/Min. of Social Justice), the Gold Medal was conferred to Ministry of Rural Development (SARAS), the Silver Medal to Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and Ministry of Panchayati Raj  bagged the Bronze Medal.  Special Commendation was awarded Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Institute for Persons with Physical Disability and Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and NHDC-National Handloom Development Corporation (NHDC)

In the Private Sector, Jina Ranjit and Sons LLP won the Gold Medal, The Supreme Industries Limited (Supreme Furniture) received the Silver Medal and Ananda Dairy Limited bagged the Bronze Medal.  Special Commendation was awarded to Mittal Electronics (Sujata), Hamdard Foods India and Romana Herbal Care Pvt. Ltd. (Rosa, Hychating Mist).

Complimenting all the Award winners in different categories, Shri Premjit Lal appreciated the participants and visitors for their continued faith in the IITF format.  He also appreciated Delhi Police and other law enforcement agencies for their continued efforts in making the event incident free.ITPO also conferred awards to exhibitors in different categories.

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Into the journey of – MARY KOM

 Into the Journey of  

– MARY KOM –

Eight World Championship medals (6 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze)

Mary Kom, often referred to as “Magnificent Mary,” is a renowned Indian boxer and a trailblazer in the world of women’s boxing. Born on March 1, 1982, in Manipur, India, she has an incredible legacy in the sport.

Here are some highlights of Mary Kom’s illustrious career:

  1. Olympic Success: She is a six-time world champion and the only woman boxer to have won a medal in each one of the first seven World Championships. At the 2012 London Olympics, Mary Kom won a bronze medal in the flyweight (51 kg) category, marking her Olympic debut.

  2. Asian Games Dominance: Mary Kom has clinched several gold medals in the Asian Games, showcasing her dominance in the sport at the continental level.

  3. Commonwealth Games Achievements: She has also excelled at the Commonwealth Games, winning gold medals and solidifying her reputation as one of the greatest female boxers of all time.

  4. Padma Bhushan Awardee: She has been honored with several awards and accolades for her contribution to boxing and sports in India. Notably, she received the Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian award, for her achievements in sports.

  5. Inspiring Journey: Mary Kom’s journey to success has been inspirational. Hailing from a humble background in a remote Manipuri village, she faced numerous challenges and societal norms that discouraged women from pursuing sports, especially boxing. Despite this, she persevered and became an icon for aspiring athletes, particularly women, breaking barriers and stereotypes.

  6. Contribution Beyond the Ring: Apart from her sporting achievements, Mary Kom is also involved in promoting and nurturing boxing talent in India. She runs academies and initiatives to encourage young boxers and provide them with opportunities to excel in the sport.

Mary Kom’s remarkable achievements in boxing and her unwavering determination have not only brought her personal glory but have also inspired generations of athletes, especially women, to strive for excellence and pursue their dreams.