Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar is set to host the Odisha Mining and Infrastructure International Expo 2026, a premier international B2B trade exhibition dedicated to the global mining and allied industries, from January 8 to 11, 2026, at Baramunda Ground. The four-day event is expected to position Odisha firmly at the centre of global mining dialogue, innovation and investment.
Billed as the largest mining exhibition in India, the Expo will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, technology providers and decision-makers from India and abroad. It will showcase the latest advancements in mining machinery, heavy equipment, digital and automation technologies, sustainability solutions, services and industrial supplies, offering a comprehensive snapshot of the future of mining.
Organisers said the platform is designed to enable collaboration, technology transfer and direct business opportunities. Companies looking to expand market presence, explore cutting-edge solutions or strengthen sales pipelines are expected to benefit from the concentrated industry participation.
Running alongside the exhibition, the Odisha Mining Symposium 2026 will return as a high-level knowledge-sharing forum for the global mining community. Building on its successful evolution in 2025, the symposium will convene policymakers, mining experts, consultants and industry practitioners to deliberate on key issues shaping the sector, including regulatory frameworks, innovation, sustainability, safety and future-ready mining practices.
The discussions aim to foster meaningful dialogue and contribute to a shared strategic agenda that aligns India’s mining sector with global expectations and responsible mining standards.
India’s vast and largely untapped mineral reserves present significant opportunities for exploration, production and value addition. With a forward-looking policy environment and increasing emphasis on technology-driven and sustainable operations, the country is positioning itself as a global hub for responsible mining.
Odisha, often described as the mineral heartland of India, plays a pivotal role in this transformation. The state holds substantial reserves of iron ore, bauxite, coal, chromite and other strategic minerals, making it central to India’s industrial and economic ambitions. The theme of the Expo underscores Odisha’s emergence as a centre of mining excellence, where rich natural resources converge with advanced technology, progressive policies and sustainable practices.
By hosting the Odisha Mining and Infrastructure International Expo 2026, the state aims to attract global stakeholders, encourage innovation and set new benchmarks in efficient and responsible mining, reinforcing its leadership position in India’s mining landscape.
-OdishaAge
