Driving India's Electronics Future - electronica India and productronica India 2024

India's electronics sector is undergoing a rapid transformation, fuelled by government initiatives and a burgeoning domestic market.

At the forefront of this dynamic landscape are trade fairs like electronica India and productronica India that serve as catalysts for growth, innovation, and collaboration.

In this exclusive interview, Bhupinder Singh, CEO, Messe Muenchen India, shares valuable insights on the scale of the upcoming edition, some of the new initiatives and key features, SEMICON India’s co-location, and how this platform empowers the entire electronics value chain through innovation and knowledge exchange.

India's electronics industry is on a growth trajectory. Could you elaborate on the market potential and opportunities this sector presents? How do trade fairs like electronica India and productronica India contribute to the industry's growth and development?

Exponential growth in the domestic market combined with the government's strategic initiatives is creating a fertile ground for growth across sectors like mobile phones, IT hardware, consumer electronics, automotive electronics, and industrial electronics. The growing startup ecosystem is further fuelling innovation and expanding market horizons. While India has made significant strides in becoming a global electronics manufacturing hub, realizing its full potential requires addressing critical challenges. Building robust global supply chains and nurturing a skilled workforce are essential to capitalize on the vast opportunities presented by the growing electronics market. Trade fairs like electronica India and productronica India serve as catalysts for industry growth by showcasing cutting-edge technologies, fostering collaborations, and providing a platform for businesses to launch products and understand market dynamics.

How does the co-location of SEMICON India with electronica India and productronica India 2024 contributes to bridging the gap in the semiconductor ecosystem?