28th edition of ‘INDEX’ concludes on a successful note

The 28th edition of India's leading international interiors, architecture and design show, INDEX by UBM Index Fairs (13- 16th Oct) successfully concluded in Mumbai. The show was inaugurated by Connoisseurs -Padma Bhushan recepient Ar. Hafeez Contractor; Ar. Prem Nath, Principal and Architect, Prem Nath & Associate;, Mr Prahlad Kakar, Advertising Film Director, Prahlad Kakar Film Production; Mr. Erdal Sabri ERGEN, Consul General, Consulate General of Turkey; Ms. Sylvia Khan, Editor, IFJ; Mr. Nitin Nagrale, Founder & President HPMF and DIRECTOR Radisson Blu Plaza Mumbai; Mr. Jime Essinck, CEO, UBM Asia and Mr. Liyakat Ali Khan, Managing Director, UBM Index Trade fairs amidst an august industry gathering.

The four-day fair witnessed International participations from Turkey, China, and Malaysia amongst others. Leading architects and designers, International and domestic buyer delegations, builders & developers from across the country attended the show.

Speaking on the successful completion of the expo, Mr. Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, UBM India said, "INDEX 2016 facilitated towards meeting the rising demand of the luxury market, especially in sub sectors of interiors such as architectural fittings, office & home furniture, decor & design, art, kitchen to name a few."

Mr L.A Khan, Managing Director, UBM Index Trade Fairs further added, "We were extremely pleased with the excellent delivery and strong visitors at Index 2016. We believe the investment in design and the strategic partnerships with key agencies such as MCHi-CREDAI and the HPMF paid rich dividends to our exhibitors who reported "more than expected" response to their participation."

The show was marked by knowledge forums with content rich sessions, design events, industry meets and launches. A number of novel artistic spaces and workshops added value to the show.