Archive · 30 Dec 2025
Geopolitical Issues, Visa Hurdles Keep Bangladeshi Exhibitors Away
The 37th annual trade fair of the Bengal National Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BNCCI) in Kolkata recently concluded.
This year, Bangladeshi exhibitors, who usually participate, were not present due to problems with visas and political issues between countries.
The fair was changed to focus more on consumers and celebrations, coinciding with Christmas and New Year.
It featured local crafts and products like Pattachitra and Murshidabad silk.
The fair also had events for small businesses to connect with government officials and foreign diplomats.
The BNCCI hopes to have a food-themed fair soon and expects Bangladeshi exhibitors to return once the issues are resolved.
Bangladeshi exhibitors missed the 37th annual trade fair of the BNCCI due to geopolitical tensions and visa issues.
The fair was reworked to focus on a consumer-centric approach and celebrations, coinciding with Christmas and New Year.
Local artisans showcased products like Pattachitra, Murshidabad silk, and other district-specific crafts.
The event included an industry conclave and an MSME conclave to facilitate interaction with government officials and foreign diplomats.
BNCCI plans to organize a food-themed fair in the near future and hopes for the return of international participants, particularly from Bangladesh.
- Who
- Bangladeshi exhibitors and the Bengal National Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BNCCI)
- What
- The absence of Bangladeshi exhibitors at the 37th annual trade fair due to geopolitical and visa issues
- When
- The fair concluded on December 25, 2023
- Where
- North Kolkata, India
- Why
- Geopolitical tensions and visa-related issues prevented Bangladeshi participation
- Event
- 37th annual trade fair of the Bengal National Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BNCCI)
- Location
- North Kolkata
- Date
- Concluded on December 25, 2023
- Absent Participants
- Bangladeshi exhibitors
- Reasons for Absence
- Geopolitical tensions and visa-related issues
- Fair Format
- Consumer-centric approach with a celebration mode
- Products Showcased
- Handloom, handicrafts, Pattachitra, Murshidabad silk
- Future Plans
- Food-themed fair in the near future
