Bharat Mobility Expo 2027 Set to Become the World’s Second-Largest Mobility Exhibition, India’s Global Manufacturing Ambitions Gain Momentum
Piyush Goyal Urges Industry to Expand Global Markets, Over 1,750 Exhibitors and More Than 1 Million Visitors Expected
India is rapidly strengthening its position as a major global hub for the automobile and mobility industry. In this direction, Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2027 is set to become a landmark platform for India’s industrial development, technological advancement, export expansion and global investment ambitions.
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, while addressing the curtain raiser of the third edition of Bharat Mobility Global Expo in New Delhi, highlighted the growing international recognition of the event. He expressed confidence that the third edition has the potential to become the world’s second-largest mobility exhibition.
The Minister also expressed confidence that the event could eventually emerge as the world’s largest mobility exhibition in the coming years. He urged Indian industry stakeholders to move beyond the domestic market and establish a stronger presence in international markets.
He said India has a unique combination of manufacturing capabilities, skilled manpower, a vast domestic market and modern technology, which can help the country emerge as a leading global manufacturing hub.
Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2027 will be held from February 4 to 9, 2027, at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi and Yashobhoomi in Dwarka. The upcoming edition is expected to be significantly larger and more comprehensive than its previous editions.
Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2027: Dates, Scale and Key Highlights
The third edition of Bharat Mobility Global Expo will take place from February 4 to 9, 2027. The event will bring together several important sectors, including automobiles, auto components, tyres, batteries, electric vehicles, steel, construction equipment, agricultural mobility, air mobility and urban transportation.
According to the organisers, the upcoming edition is expected to feature more than 1,750 exhibitors. It will also include 11 concurrent exhibitions and is expected to attract over 1 million visitors.
The exhibition will cover more than 250,000 square metres of space, where domestic and international companies will showcase their products, technologies and future business plans.
The primary objective is not merely to position India as an automobile manufacturing destination but to establish the country as a global destination for the entire mobility ecosystem.
The theme of this year’s exhibition is “Smarter Mobility for a Better Tomorrow”. It will focus on smart transportation, sustainable technologies, electric mobility, advanced batteries, artificial intelligence and next-generation transportation solutions.
Piyush Goyal Urges Indian Industry to Expand Its Global Market Presence
In his address, Union Minister Piyush Goyal said Indian companies should not remain dependent solely on domestic demand. Instead, they must accelerate efforts to expand their international presence and explore new export opportunities.
He said India’s domestic market is enormous, but manufacturers can achieve greater economies of scale by making international markets an integral part of their business strategies.
Larger production volumes can help reduce manufacturing costs and make Indian products more competitive in global markets.
The Minister also pointed out that Indian companies supplying products to Japanese and European automobile manufacturers have already demonstrated their ability to meet international quality standards.
According to him, Indian industry must develop greater confidence in its capabilities. There is no fundamental shortage of resources or potential that can prevent India from becoming a global manufacturing powerhouse.
The need of the hour is to set ambitious targets and pursue them with confidence, determination and a long-term vision.
India Aims to Become a Leading Global Manufacturing Hub
Piyush Goyal placed special emphasis on India’s ambition to become a global manufacturing hub.
He said India must take a leading role not only in vehicle manufacturing but also in the production of auto components, batteries, steel, rubber, electronics and advanced mobility technologies.
He encouraged industry stakeholders to strengthen partnerships with global companies, adopt emerging technologies and attract large-scale investments into India.
Referring to his recent visit to Japan, the Minister said Japanese companies had shown considerable enthusiasm and interest in India.
Several companies are exploring partnerships with Indian manufacturers to serve international markets.
He also highlighted that foreign companies are considering investments worth billions of dollars to establish manufacturing facilities in India rather than limiting themselves to smaller investments.
Such investments could create significant opportunities for the Indian automobile industry by strengthening employment generation, technological development, domestic supply chains and exports.
India’s Vast Domestic Market Offers Major Opportunities to Global Manufacturers
India’s rapidly expanding automobile market has become an important attraction for global manufacturers.
Piyush Goyal said growing vehicle demand in the country could encourage international companies to establish manufacturing facilities in India.
Highlighting automobile sales during the festive season, he stated that approximately 1 million cars were sold during Navratri alone, while around 70,000 cars were sold over the two days of Dhanteras.
These figures highlight the enormous potential of the Indian automobile market.
Rising incomes, the expanding middle class, improved road infrastructure and better transportation facilities are creating fresh growth opportunities for the automobile industry.
According to the Minister, foreign manufacturers can establish production facilities in India to serve domestic demand while also exporting vehicles and components to other countries.
This would enable India to play a more significant role in the global automobile supply chain.
India on Track to Achieve Its 1 Trillion Dollar Export Target
Piyush Goyal also expressed confidence in India’s export performance.
He said achieving the country’s 1 trillion dollar export target during the current year remains a major priority and that India is progressing steadily towards this goal.
According to the Minister, India had achieved approximately 480 billion dollars in exports by September, representing nearly 48 per cent of the annual target.
He noted that export activities generally gain momentum during the second half of the year, creating strong possibilities for India to achieve its target.
Highlighting the performance of the engineering sector, Goyal said it had recorded growth of approximately 22 per cent.
The growing exports of engineering products reflect the increasing strength of India’s manufacturing industry.
International demand for machinery, auto components, industrial equipment and technology-based products is creating significant opportunities for Indian companies.
The Minister urged industry stakeholders to sustain this growth and treat it as a new benchmark for the future rather than a one-time achievement.
India-European Union Trade Agreement Expected to Boost Exports
Piyush Goyal also referred to the proposed Free Trade Agreement between India and the European Union.
He expressed hope that the 27-nation European Union market could become accessible to Indian businesses at zero duty by March or April.
This would provide Indian exporters with an opportunity to sell their products more competitively in the large European market.
He also mentioned that India is negotiating trade agreements with another seven to eight countries.
Once these agreements are successfully implemented, Indian companies will have stronger access to international markets.
According to the Minister, these developments could provide India with preferential access to markets accounting for nearly 75 per cent of global GDP.
This opportunity could prove particularly important for the automobile, engineering, electronics, steel and auto component industries.
Bharat Mobility Expo 2027 to Feature 11 Major Exhibitions
One of the biggest attractions of Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2027 will be the consolidation of almost every major mobility-related industry under one platform.
At Bharat Mandapam, the major exhibitions will include:
- Auto Expo – The Motor Show 2027
- India International Tyre Show 2027
- Bharat Battery Show 2027
- Mobility Tech Pavilion
- India Cycle Show 2027
- Steel and Advanced Materials Pavilion
At Yashobhoomi, the event will feature:
- The Components and Technology Show 2027
- Bharat Construction Equipment Expo 2027
- Agri Mobility and Technology Expo 2027
- Air Mobility Expo 2027
- Metro and Urban Mass Transit Expo 2027
These exhibitions will provide visitors with an opportunity to explore everything from vehicle manufacturing and advanced transportation technologies to batteries, energy solutions, industrial materials and transportation infrastructure.
The comprehensive format is also expected to make the event an important destination for international buyers, investors and industry leaders.
Electric Vehicles and Artificial Intelligence to Remain Key Focus Areas
Bharat Mobility Expo 2027 will place significant emphasis on emerging technologies shaping the future of transportation.
Alongside the expansion of electric vehicles, the exhibition will highlight advanced battery technologies and energy storage solutions.
Other important areas will include connected vehicles, software-defined vehicles, artificial intelligence, automation and advanced manufacturing technologies.
The global automobile industry is rapidly transitioning towards digital technologies.
Modern vehicles are no longer limited to transportation. They increasingly incorporate intelligent software, sensors, internet connectivity and advanced safety systems.
In this evolving environment, Indian companies must invest in emerging technologies and strengthen their research and development capabilities.
The exhibition will provide Indian startups, engineers and companies with opportunities to showcase innovations and explore collaborations with global industry leaders.
New Opportunities for MSMEs and Startups
Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2027 will place special emphasis on the participation of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and startups.
Thousands of Indian MSMEs manufacture different types of automobile components, electronic equipment, machinery and technological solutions for the automobile industry.
Through this exhibition, these companies will have opportunities to connect directly with major vehicle manufacturers, international buyers and technology companies.
The event will feature Business-to-Business and Business-to-Government meetings, buyer-seller interactions, product launches, technology demonstrations and industry conferences.
These initiatives could help smaller enterprises secure new business orders, enter international markets and establish partnerships with larger companies.
For startups, the platform will also provide an important opportunity to present innovative ideas and technological solutions to a global audience.
PLI Schemes and Export Promotion Mission to Strengthen the Industry
Piyush Goyal urged industry stakeholders to make maximum use of various government initiatives designed to strengthen India’s manufacturing and export capabilities.
He highlighted the Production Linked Incentive Scheme for the automobile component industry and the PLI Scheme for specialty steel.
He also referred to the Export Promotion Mission and encouraged Indian companies to focus on international marketing, export expansion and building strong industry brands.
With government support and improved access to international markets, Indian manufacturers can strengthen their production capabilities and competitiveness.
The automobile component, electric vehicle, battery, steel and engineering industries are expected to benefit significantly from these initiatives.
India Targets Major Expansion in Vehicle Manufacturing
Piyush Goyal stressed the importance of setting ambitious growth targets for the Indian automobile industry.
He suggested that India should soon aspire to achieve annual domestic sales of 10 million passenger vehicles, with exports being additional to domestic sales.
He also noted that India’s annual two-wheeler sales had already reached approximately 25 million units, excluding exports.
These figures reflect the growing demand for mobility and the enormous potential of the Indian automobile industry.
The expansion of electric two-wheelers, electric cars, commercial vehicles and modern public transportation systems is expected to provide further momentum to the sector in the coming years.
The Minister encouraged industry stakeholders to adopt new technologies, support startups and strengthen partnerships with global companies.
Exhibition Infrastructure Likely to Expand for Future Editions
Considering the growing participation and demand for space, the possibility of expanding exhibition infrastructure at Bharat Mandapam and Yashobhoomi is also being explored.
Piyush Goyal said demand for exhibition space at Bharat Mobility Expo was increasing, creating the possibility of additional facilities in the future.
He indicated that after assessing the response and demand during the third edition, the government and organisers could consider expanding the available exhibition space for the fourth edition.
The objective could be to provide at least 1.5 times, and potentially twice, the existing exhibition space.
Such expansion would help accommodate more international companies, automobile manufacturers, technology institutions and industry stakeholders.
Mobility Sector to Drive Employment and Economic Growth
Piyush Goyal said mobility was not merely about vehicle production or economic statistics. It also plays an important role in transforming people’s lives and fulfilling their aspirations.
He explained that as people’s economic conditions improve, they increasingly seek to upgrade their modes of transportation.
The transition from bicycles to two-wheelers and from two-wheelers to passenger cars reflects changing economic conditions and the growing aspirations of India’s middle class.
The expansion of the automobile industry also creates direct and indirect employment opportunities.
Manufacturing facilities, auto component companies, service centres, battery manufacturers, logistics providers and technology businesses all play important roles in the mobility ecosystem.
Therefore, the development of the mobility sector can make a significant contribution to India’s economic and social transformation.
India Must Establish a Strong Global Identity in the Mobility Industry
Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2027 is not merely an industrial exhibition. It is an important platform for showcasing India’s global ambitions.
Through this event, India will present its manufacturing capabilities, engineering expertise, modern technologies and investment opportunities to the international community.
Piyush Goyal urged industry stakeholders to set ambitious goals, accelerate decision-making and strengthen global partnerships.
He said India should not limit itself to becoming a country that manufactures products for the world. It should also emerge as a centre for developing new technologies, creating innovative designs and leading the future of mobility.
Conclusion
Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2027 represents a major opportunity for India’s automobile and mobility industry.
With more than 1,750 expected exhibitors, 11 concurrent exhibitions, over 1 million anticipated visitors and more than 250,000 square metres of exhibition space, the event could become an important milestone in strengthening India’s position in the global mobility industry.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal has delivered a clear message to Indian industry: manufacturers must move beyond domestic markets and establish a strong presence in the global economy.
India’s 1 trillion dollar export target, 22 per cent growth in the engineering sector, increasing foreign investment opportunities and the expansion of electric mobility are creating new avenues for economic growth.
With coordinated efforts by the government and industry to strengthen manufacturing capabilities, technological innovation, exports and international partnerships, India could emerge as one of the world’s leading mobility and manufacturing centres in the coming years.
Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2027 is set to become a significant step towards achieving this ambitious vision.
