Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference and Exhibition will be organized in Surat from 1-5 May 2026. This will provide a platform to MSMEs, startups and industries to connect with new opportunities, investments and markets, which will boost the development of South Gujarat.
Gandhinagar. The Government of Gujarat has announced the 3rd edition of Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) – South Gujarat. This event will be held on 1st and 2nd May 2026 on the occasion of Gujarat Foundation Day at Auro University, Surat. Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition (VGRE) will also be organized along with this conference, which will run from 1 to 5 May 2026.
VGRE 2026: Big platform for MSMEs, startups and industries
The exhibition will be held over an area of approximately 12,000 square meters and will be open daily from 10 am to 6 pm. In this, MSMEs, startups, industry organizations and entrepreneurs will get a chance to showcase their products and services. This platform will provide them with new markets, investors and partnership opportunities.
Which sectors will be the focus?
This year’s VGRC conference will focus on several key and fast-growing areas, such as:
- textile industry
- Gems and Jewelery
- Agro and Food Processing
- Chemicals and Petrochemicals
- tourism sector
Leading companies and institutions from these sectors will also participate in this event, which will give a new direction to investment and development.
Industrial development and investment will get a boost
The main objective of this program is to accelerate industrial development in South Gujarat. Under this, strategic partnership, support of government policies and participation of investors will be ensured. Additionally, the event will also focus on promoting regional development and maintaining stability.
Record of success of previous events
Talking about the previous VGRE held in Rajkot, this exhibition organized for Kutch and Saurashtra region on 11 January 2026:
- 450+ exhibitors attended
- 160+ MSME
- 60+ Startups and Innovators
- 62 Handicraft Artisans
- Stalls of 70 government departments
At the same time, in the first regional exhibition organized in Mehsana:
- 18,000 square meter area
- 410+ exhibitors
- 170+ MSME
- 80,000+ visitors attended
Special program: MSMEs and entrepreneurs will get benefits
Many special events will be held during VGRE 2026, such as:
- Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet
- Entrepreneur Fair
- Vendor Development Program
These programs will help connect MSMEs, handicrafts and cottage industries to new markets.
Registration and participation information
People interested in participating in this event can register by visiting the official website. This platform will provide great opportunities for networking and expansion to industries and entrepreneurs.
New resolution for development on Gujarat Foundation Day
VGRC 2026 organized on 1st May, which is celebrated as Gujarat Foundation Day, is resolved to give a new direction to the industrial, economic and social development of the state. This event will play an important role in taking forward the vision of “Developed India@2047” and will further strengthen Gujarat at the global level.