New Delhi, India [January 2026] — Messe Düsseldorf India is proud to host the 31st edition of Medical Fair India, the nation’s premier trade exhibition for hospitals, health centers and clinics. As the most influential platform for the medical and healthcare industry, this year’s edition brings together over 350 exhibitors from 14+ countries, showcasing groundbreaking innovations across 15,000 square meters of exhibition space.
The 31st edition arrives at a transformative time for the sector. Following the Union Budget for FY 2025–26, the Government of India has significantly increased healthcare allocation to an approximate 11 percent rise over the previous year. With the Department of Health Research seeing a 15 percent increase in funding, Medical Fair India serves as a vital catalyst for the technological advancement and research-driven growth envisioned by national policymakers that the show directly supports through its specialised pavilions.
A Global Hub for Healthcare Innovation
Riding on India’s growing stature in the global medical market, international collaboration remains a core pillar of
the event. Medical Fair India features dedicated Country Pavilions from China, the Republic of Korea, Taiwan, and
USA. Participating nations include China, Czech Republic, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Malaysia,
Netherlands, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, UK, USA, fostering a unique environment for cross border collaboration and technology transfer. Medical Fair India is an initiative of Medicare Asia (Messe
Düsseldorf’s central business platform to the Medical and Healthcare Exhibitions portfolio throughout Asia).
Over 3 days, attendees will get the opportunity to explore a wide variety of product and tech categories such as
Medical Technology, Healthcare IT, Hospital & Health Centre Equipment, Clinical Laboratory & Analytical
Equipment and Products, Pharmacy & Dispensary Equipment and Furniture, Rehabilitation Solutions,
Components, Services, Hospital Infrastructure and more, making it the key sourcing platform for doctors,
physicians, dental professionals, hospital directors/managers, distributors and traders among other buying
groups.
Key dignitaries from the German Embassy, City of Düsseldorf and representatives of other countries including Dr.
Stephan Keller, Mayor - City of Düsseldorf, Andreas Schmitz, President - Düsseldorf Chamber of Commerce and
Industry, officials from City of Düsseldorf including Dorothee Schneider (Deputy Mayor and City Treasurer),
Christian Zaum (Deputy Mayor for Economic Affairs), Nils Mertens (Head of Communications), Annette Klerks
(Head of Department International Business Service), Annika Mester (City Spokeswoman), Bettina Löhr (Senior Project Manager India), Felix Fröhlich (Senior Project Manager India), Ferdinand Schlechta, Head - India
Competence Centre Düsseldorf, Dr. Stephan Hesselmann, Minister Counsellor Economic Affairs - German
Embassy, Jonas T. Madsen, Department for Economic and Global Affairs - German Embassy and Jan Noether,
Director General - Indo-German Chamber of Commerce (IGCC) are expected to attend the show.
Impactful Segments Redefining the Patient Care Landscape
The trade fair is distinguished by its seven specialised segments and conferences designed to address the entire
spectrum of healthcare. The Make in India Pavilion, supported by the Association of Indian Medical Device
Industry (AiMeD), showcases domestic manufacturing prowess, while the Clin Lab India Conference &
DIAGNOSTICA (in vitro Diagnostics Pavilion) focuses on the latest advancements in In-Vitro Diagnostics.
Rehaindia Pavilion powered by rehacare drives rehabilitation innovation, orthopedic and assistive aids showcase.
Additionally, the FTR4H (FutureForHealth) Digital Health Technology Pavilion and Conference, centered on the
theme ‘Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Innovate with Integrity’ drives digital health technology through
its dedicated startup showcases and expert sessions. FTR4H (Future for Health) Partners include City of
Düsseldorf, Henkel Adhesives Technologies India Pvt. Ltd., Nucleo, Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre, NASSCOM,
Start2 Group, Health Innovation Toolbox, PATH, SAMRIDH Impact, WomenInTech, Voice of Healthcare (VoH),
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur - Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre and Digital Health News.
This year also marks the debut of a new show feature, Healthcare Leadership & Nursing Excellence Summit on
Day 3, addressing critical infrastructure, procurement, supply and patient safety by building future-ready
workforce alongside other established conferences such as the INTERNATIONAL HEALTHCARE CONFERENCE - an
initiative by Voice of Healthcare (VoH) - INNOVATION INTEGRATION IMPACT, on first day of the event that will
unite policymakers, healthcare leaders, industry visionaries, researchers, and innovators for key discussions on
India’s Global Healthcare Vision, MedDevices, Pharma & Advanced Therapies, Digital Health & Interoperability
and more along with ClinLab India Conference on the second day focusing on the theme ‘Building Diagnostic
Resilience: Strengthening India’s Supply Chain’. The three-day event will also play host to the 16th edition of the
prestigious MT India Healthcare Awards, powered by Advance Media Group, celebrating the exceptional
contributions of individuals and organisations that have set new benchmarks in medical excellence and patient
care.
“The 31st edition of Medical Fair India is a testament to our commitment to bringing world-class healthcare
solutions to the Indian market,” says Mr. Ajay Kumar Gulati, General Manager of Messe Düsseldorf India. “With
the government's increased budgetary focus on health research and infrastructure, Medical Fair India 2026
provides the perfect intersection for innovators, policymakers, and healthcare providers to collaborate on the
future of patient care.”
Recognising Industry Leadership and Innovation
Beyond the exhibition floor, Medical Fair India serves as a knowledge hub for over 300 expected delegates. The
event is backed by strong institutional support from leading industry associations, policymakers, and researchers
who are instrumental in driving India's healthcare evolution.
Mr. Rajiv Nath, Managing Director of Hindustan Syringes & Medical Devices Ltd., Forum Coordinator at AiMeD
(Association of Indian Medical Device Industry) and Chairman of the Advisory Committee for Medical Fair India
2026, shares his perspective on the strong platform created by the trade fair, “Initiatives such as Make in India
and Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan, envisioned by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, are providing a significant
boost to domestic medical device manufacturing. Medical Fair India continues to play a vital role in fostering
collaboration and innovation across the industry. In 2026, the event is marking the ninth consecutive edition of
the Make in India Pavilion, supported by AiMeD, showcasing indigenous innovations that are helping shape the
future of Indian healthcare.” He extends his heartfelt congratulations to all participants and expressed his sincere
appreciation to the Messe Düsseldorf India team for their valuable contribution to the establishment and growth
of India’s medical and healthcare industry. Mr. Nath is also pleased to share that a high-level German delegation,
led by the Mayor of Düsseldorf, Dr. Stephan Keller, has been invited to attend the event.
Medical Fair India is supported by MAKE IN INDIA, Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AiMed),
Association of Diagnostics Manufacturers of India (ADMI), Voice of Healthcare (VOH), Consortium of Accredited
Healthcare Organizations (CAHO), Quality and Accreditation Institute (QAI), The Association of Healthcare
Providers - India (AHPI), Global Medtech Advocacy & Advisory Forum (GMAAF), NASSCOM Centre of Excellence –
IoT & AI (A MeitY Initiative with Govt. of Karnataka, Haryana, Gujarat & AP), Export Promotion Council for Medical
Devices (EPCMD) and Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ).
The event also hosts participation of key industry giants as partners - Malaysian Rubber Council as Registration
Partner, City of Düsseldorf - Official Landing Pad Partner, Hindustan Syringes & Medical Devices Limited - Badge
Partner, J. Mitra & Co. Pvt. Ltd. – IVD Partner, Meril Life Sciences – Session Partner for Clin Lab India /
DIAGNOSTICA Conference, Prahas Healthcare LLP as Associate Partner for Clin Lab India / Diagnostica Conference,
Modular OT Systems - OT Partner, EasyCare - Well-Being Partner, Healthcare Events - ClinLab Knowledge Partner,
Medgate Today Magazine - MFI Awards Partner and Advance Media Group – Conference Partner.
Media Partners include Ad-Weight Media & Marketing Solutions Pvt. Ltd. / AIMS - Advance Information Medical
System, B & M Publications, Lab Info, Medgate Today, Medical Device Asia, Medical Plastics Data Service,
Microbioz India, Surgical Plus, Medical Info Media, Modern Medi Health magazine and Express Healthcare.
Medical Fair India continues to be the definitive meeting point for the industry, driving the "Make in India" vision
while maintaining a strong link to the global standards.
For more details and registration, visit the website https://www.medicalfair-india.com/
About the Organiser
Messe Düsseldorf India Pvt. Ltd. is a fully owned subsidiary of Messe Düsseldorf GmbH which is a global player
both as a trade fair organiser and as a provider of trade fair related services for exhibitors and visitors. Messe
Düsseldorf India has been successfully staging established trade fairs like Medical Fair India, India Essen Welding
& Cutting, wire India, Tube India, METEC India, FAMDENT Shows & Awards, glasspex India, glasspro India,
pacprocess & food pex Mumbai, ProWine Mumbai, In-Store Asia and Valve World Expo India. Besides organising
successful trade fairs in India, the company is also the exclusive Sales representative of Messe Düsseldorf Group
for the Indian Market and is canvassing Indian customers to Events of Messe Düsseldorf Group worldwide.
About MEDICARE ASIA
MEDICAL FAIR INDIA is an initiative of MEDICARE ASIA – the central business platform for all attendees to our
portfolio of Medical and Healthcare Exhibitions throughout Asia. It seeks to foster strategic alliances, innovate
new offerings and develop customer-centric strategies to engine our portfolio for growth in the vast and diverse
continent – Asia. It also seeks to build a strong channel from Asia to our global-leading trade shows in Düsseldorf
– MEDICA, COMPAMED, and REHACARE. Through MEDICARE ASIA, attendees will benefit from harmonized
offerings that are tailored to their needs, central point of contact and stronger business platforms – both in Asia
and Düsseldorf.
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