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The Indian Electrical & Electronics Manufacturers’ Association (IEEMA), marked another milestone with the Chandigarh roadshow for ELECRAMA 2025. As the countdown to the world’s largest electrical show of the power sector begins, IEEMA is strengthening its foothold in Punjab and Haryana, regions pivotal to India’s vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
Looking ahead, IEEMA is gearing up to host ELECRAMA 2025, the flagship event for the global electrical industry, scheduled from February 22 to 26, 2025. This edition is poised to set new benchmarks, featuring over 1,100 exhibitors, attracting 400,000 business visitors, facilitating more than 15,000 B2B meetings, welcoming 600+ hosted buyers from 80 countries, and showcasing 10+ country pavilions.
Speaking at the event, Sunil Singhvi, President, IEEMA highlighted that “Punjab and Haryana have showcased commendable strides in their power sector development, reflecting the spirit of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. ELECRAMA 2025 is not just an exhibition; it’s a movement to drive India’s energy aspirations forward. Through initiatives like this roadshow, IEEMA continues to connect the industry with opportunities, skilling prospects and growth. This edition will see close to 73 exhibitors alone from this region which highlights the interest of manufacturers in this global exposition.”
Charu Mathur, Director General, IEEMA highlighted that “Chandigarh has done exceptionally well in renewable energy, the administration of the UT has planned to make Chandigarh the country’s first carbon-free city by 2030. This initiative highlights the power sector efforts to bring India on a global stage. IEEMA has been strategically focussing on this region and in line with that, we have expanded our membership base close to 100. I am confident that with the strategic vision of Shri Manohar Lal ji, Hon’ble Power Minister, the region will see rapid growth and momentum in the coming times.
Vikram Gandotra, President-Elect, IEEMA and Chairman, ELECRAMA 2025 said “ELECRAMA has become a must-have platform for the Indian energy and power sector to reach global audiences as our industry grows and evolves with world-class technology. Promising to be the largest and most impactful edition yet, ELECRAMA 2025 will have Germany as the Focus Country and France as the Associate Partner Country, adding an international edge. This event will position India as a leader in electrical and allied electronics sector”.
Speaking on special initiatives, ELECRAMA 2025 also aims to bring global attention to such success stories while building a platform for further collaboration and innovation.”
Many key dignitaries and government officials marked their presence for the roadshow. Alok Agrawal, North Chairman, IEEMA highlighted that “The roadshow in Chandigarh showcases the incredible potential of northern India’s power sector. ELECRAMA 2025 is gearing up to connect this potential with global markets, fostering growth that strengthens India’s energy independence and innovation capabilities.”
ELECRAMA hosts many co-located events as well. Talking about World Utility Summit, Imteyaz Siddiqui, Vice-Chair, Northern Region and Co-Chair, WUS said that “The World Utility Summit is an innovative global platform for thought leadership in the power utilities sector. This year’s theme, “Empowering Utilities: Turning Energy Challenges into a Resilient Future,” emphasises the shifting landscape from energy to electricity, with a particular focus on the transformation of utilities.”
Speaking on the Domestic Buyer Seller Meet (DBSM), Hartek Singh, Chairman, DBSM, ELECRAMA 2025 and NEC member talks about "The Domestic Buyer Seller Meet at ELECRAMA 2025 is a platform where innovation meets opportunity, enabling seamless connections between industry leaders and emerging players. It’s a testament to our commitment to fostering collaboration, driving growth, and powering India's journey toward a sustainable and self-reliant future."
The ELECRAMA 2025 roadshow in Chandigarh has sparked renewed enthusiasm within the local business community, further solidifying the city’s position as a prominent industrial centre.