Jeet Adani, Gadkari, Fadnavis to Inaugurate Advantage Vidarbha on Feb 6

Nagpur: Director (Airports) of the Adani Group Jeet Adani, CM Devendra Fadnavis, and Union minister Nitin Gadkari will inaugurate the third edition of Advantage Vidarbha – Khasdar Audyogik Mahotsav on February 6. The three-day industrial and business conclave will be held at the Nagpur University campus.This edition will feature 370 stalls, showcasing enterprises, institutions and innovations from across sectors. The inaugural ceremony will also be attended by Rajesh Jejurikar, executive director of Mahindra & Mahindra, Jean Touboul, CEO and managing director of Pernod Ricard India, Dr P Anbalagan, secretary, Industries, Energy and Labour department, and Kaustubh Dhawse, advisor to the chief minister (Investment, Industry and Technology).The expo is being organised around the theme ‘Empowering Growth' and will host a series of technical sessions focusing on sectors such as defence, food processing, dairy, fisheries, education, startups, patents and innovation, logistics, tourism and hospitality, SEBI-related subjects, coal, steel, and pharmaceuticals.A key attraction this year will be the International Business Conclave, which is expected to see participation from ambassadors and trade representatives of over 23 countries. The conclave aims to facilitate international collaboration and investment opportunities across multiple industries, with sector-specific discussions spread over the three days.The event will also include cultural and entertainment programmes alongside business activities. On February 6, Nagpur-based singer Srinidhi Ghatate will perform a live concert in the evening. A fashion show organised by the MKSSS School of Fashion Technology will be held on February 7, with actor Sonali Kulkarni attending as the chief guest. The closing day, February 8, will feature the cultural programme ‘Sitar Symphony'.Additional attractions include a Gaming Zone, Nagpur Food Festival, EV Expo, and a drone show, adding to the overall experience for visitors and delegates.