Name: Exhibition educational services and franchising 2026
Start: 2026-10-06
End: 2026-10-08
Location: Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO)

Event overview

Overview

The Education Supply & Franchise Expo is the largest exhibition, conference, and awards event for the education sector in India.

This event focuses on development and procurement in the education sector, bringing together educationists, government stakeholders, and industry leaders for networking and learning about the latest trends.

TL;DR

1Edition Dates: The exhibition runs 6-8 October 2026 at Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO), Mumbai.
2Show Scale: The event expects 12,000+ attendees and 500+ brands across the exhibition floor.
3Conference Programme: More than 100 conferences and seminars are scheduled across the three show days.
4Buyer Access: Visitors network with 10,000+ education professionals and institutional decision-makers.
5Recognition: The Star Education Awards recognise excellence across the education sector.

Why visit

Visitors will gain insights into the latest educational technologies, network with decision-makers, and explore procurement opportunities, making it a must-attend event for anyone in the education sector. The Education Supply & Franchise Expo is the largest exhibition, conference, and awards event for the education sector in India. This event focuses on development and procurement in the education sector, bringing together educationists, government stakeholders, and industry.

Why exhibit

Exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their products to a targeted audience, gain visibility, and build valuable connections within the education industry. Show Scale: The event expects 12,000+ attendees and 500+ brands across the exhibition floor. Buyer Access: Visitors network with 10,000+ education professionals and institutional decision-makers. The Education Supply & Franchise Expo is crucial for connecting educational institutions with innovative solutions.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

School owners and administrators

Trustees and decision-makers

Education entrepreneurs and innovators

Academicians and educators

Government representatives

Procurement teams from educational institutions

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

EdTech solution providers

Manufacturers of educational resources

Suppliers of school furniture and equipment

Publishers and content developers

Technology firms specializing in educational tools

Franchise education models

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Educational technology solutions including AI and robotics

School furniture and infrastructure products

E-learning platforms and software

Stationery and classroom supplies

Assessment and evaluation tools

Vocational training and skill development resources

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO)

Mumbai, India

Attend

Entry & tickets

Who runs the show

Organisers

Innovative Enterprises

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What's on

Programme

Speakers

Dr. Deepak Vohra

Special Advisor to PM, Former Ambassador to 6 countries

Dr. Revathi Srinivasan

Director, Singhania Group of Schools, Mumbai

Dr. Swati Popat Vats

President, Podar Education Network, ECA, APER

Dr. Manjula Pooja Shroff

Managing Director, Kalorex Group

Mr. Sreekanth Koganti

Director, Kennedy & Next Gen Schools, President (ISMA), AP State Chair (ARISE)

Ms. Debika Chatterji

Director Principal at JBCN International School

Ms. Lina Ashar

Founder, Dreamtime learning

Ms. Faisa Mirza

COO, WACE (Western Australian Certificate of Education)

Ms. Ssarita Siingh

Managing Trustee of Priyadarshani Group of Schools

Ms. Sanah Batta

State Chair, New Delhi, FICCI ARISE Trustee, Bloom Public School

Ms. Sapna Sukul

CEO of boarding school’s association of India

Mr. Bhavin Shah

Founder, Education World

Ms. Rashmi Sarat

Founder and Managing Director at smartkids centre for excellence

Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani

Founder & Chairman, Hiranandani Group

Mr. Sayed Sultan Ahmed

Chairperson, TAISI

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Last edition

—

unknown

Visitors: 12,000

This edition

2026

Visitors: 12,000

Next edition

Not announced yet

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

The Education Supply & Franchise Expo is the largest exhibition, conference, and awards event for the education sector in India. This event focuses on development and procurement in the education sector, bringing together educationists, government stakeholders, and industry leaders for networking and learning about the latest trends. The Education Supply & Franchise Expo is crucial for connecting educational institutions with innovative solutions and resources, addressing the growing demand for diverse educational.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors typically include School owners and administrators, Trustees and decision-makers, Education entrepreneurs and innovators, Academicians and educators. 6-8 October 2026 at Bombay Exhibition Center, Mumbai. Expected 12,000+ attendees and 500+ brands. 100+ conferences and seminars scheduled. Networking opportunities with 10,000+ education professionals. Exhibition educational services and franchising 2026 attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their products to a targeted audience, gain visibility, and build valuable connections within the education industry. Expected 12,000+ attendees and 500+ brands. 5X ROI for exhibitors through partnerships and visibility. The Education Supply & Franchise Expo is crucial for connecting educational institutions with innovative solutions and resources, addressing the growing demand for diverse educational products in India. Exhibitor categories include EdTech solution.

Intelligence

Market context

Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

South Asia — India (Mumbai, Maharashtra; Western India's education and franchise hub)

Why it matters

India runs one of the world's largest private K-12 and pre-school systems, and branded school chains — Podar, Kalorex, Singhania, JBCN, Kennedy/Next Gen among those on the ESFE speaker roster — are expanding through franchise and partnership models into Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. NEP 2020 implementation is forcing curriculum, assessment and teacher-training upgrades across thousands of schools, creating concentrated demand for edtech, lab, furniture and publishing suppliers. ESFE at NESCO puts franchise networks, school owners and vendors on one floor in Mumbai, the country's commercial capital and the gateway to western-India school groups.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Digital buyer journeys

Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.

Sustainability in procurement

Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.

Automation and labour efficiency

Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.

Regional supply-chain resilience

Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.

Hybrid engagement models

Live demonstrations remain decisive, but follow-up webinars, digital catalogues, and year-round supplier portals extend the commercial window after the show.

India and Gulf education & franchising circuit

Book space and Mumbai hotel inventory 4–6 months ahead; the August–December window is the busiest for Indian school and franchise events.

ESFE sits within a tightly clustered circuit of Indian and regional school-education and franchise events. Indian school-exhibition demand peaks in the Q3–Q4 window (August–December), which is when school groups finalise budgets and procurement for the following academic session — book floor space and hotel inventory early for any event in that window.

Indian school & education exhibition season

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Peer events and windows compiled from listing context and one web search on the India/Mumbai education and franchising exhibition landscape; confirm current dates and venue details on each event's own website.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · INR

Arrival airports

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

BOM

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International

Mumbai traffic varies widely — allow buffer time.

to venue

40–70 min

by car

Hotel tiers

A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

Budget

Goregaon East / Andheri East (Link Road corridor)

USD 35–70 / night

10–25 min to NESCO by cab; rates spike during large NESCO shows, so book 6–8 weeks ahead.

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Mid-range

Goregaon East / Andheri East (near BOM and WEH)

USD 80–150 / night

Best balance of airport access and venue commute — 15–30 min to the venue off-peak.

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Premium

Goregaon East, Andheri East and Powai

USD 170–320 / night

The Westin Goregaon is the closest full-service option to NESCO (≈2–3 km) and is convenient for hosting buyer meetings.

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Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

taxi

Estimated costEUR 40–90 / USD 45–100 taxi or rideshare to venue

Best forBOM Airport (T1/T2) → Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO), Goregaon East

Use the official prepaid taxi counter inside arrivals; 20–35 min off-peak via the Western Express Highway, materially longer in peak hours.

rideshare

Estimated costINR 600–1,100 (≈USD 7–14) typical Uber/Ola estimate

Best forBOM Airport → NESCO / Goregaon East hotels

App pickups are at designated kerbside zones outside each terminal; surge pricing applies 08:00–10:30 and 17:30–20:30.

suburban_rail

Estimated costINR 10–60 (≈USD 0.10–0.70) per second/first-class ticket

Best forGoregaon station (Western Line) → NESCO / BEC

Goregaon station is ≈1.5 km from the venue; a metred auto from the station costs about INR 40–80. Avoid the 08:00–10:30 and 17:30–20:00 crush.

metro

Estimated costINR 10–50 (≈USD 0.10–0.60) per trip

Best forMumbai Metro corridors (Line 1 / Line 7) + short road transfer to NESCO

The metro network is expanding across the western suburbs — confirm the closest station to NESCO for your travel date before relying on it for the final leg.

auto_rickshaw

Estimated costINR 40–150 (≈USD 0.50–2.00) per typical short hop

Best forGoregaon East/West local hops to Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO)

Use metred or prepaid autos and agree the fare before boarding late at night; autos do not serve the airport terminals.

taxi

Estimated costINR 500–800 (prepaid taxi estimate)

Best forChhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (BOM) to Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO)

Mumbai traffic varies widely — allow buffer time.

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa required

ATA Carnet: accepted

Type	Who needs it	Fee	Processing
e-Business Visa (India)	Business travellers attending trade fairs, exhibitions, meetings or setting up business discussions in India; multiple entry, typically valid up to 1 year with continuous stay limits.	$80.00	3–5 working days (apply at least 2 weeks before travel)
e-Tourist Visa (30 days)	Short visits for tourism and informal business networking when no formal business visa is required by the traveller's purpose of visit.	$25.00	3–5 working days
e-Tourist Visa (1 year)	Frequent visitors who want multiple entries for tourism over a 12-month window.	$40.00	3–5 working days
Regular Business Visa (via Indian mission/consulate)	Nationalities not eligible for the e-Visa, longer-duration assignments, or travellers needing visa duration beyond the e-Business limit.	$100.00	5–10 working days (varies by mission)

Nepal and Bhutan nationals do not require a visa for India; Maldives nationals can obtain a visa on arrival, and OCI cardholders are exempt. Limited visa-on-arrival facilities exist for a few nationalities at select airports — always confirm your specific case on the official portal.

India accepts ATA Carnets for exhibits, professional equipment and samples at exhibitions and trade fairs, with FICCI as the national guaranteeing association. Confirm Carnet handling and any temporary-import restrictions (e.g. goods intended for sale) with the organiser's freight partner before dispatch.

Official visa page

Weather

October in Mumbai is the post-monsoon transition: typical days run 25–33 °C with high humidity and occasional short showers early in the month, turning drier and slightly more comfortable by late October. Pack light cotton clothing, a compact umbrella and indoor-friendly layers for air-conditioned halls.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to India.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

Greetings & meetings

Handshakes are the common business greeting, often accompanied by 'Namaste' with palms together. Use titles and surnames (Dr., Mr., Ms.) until invited otherwise, and exchange business cards with the right hand — card holders are appreciated rather than stuffing cards straight into a pocket.

Tipping

Restaurants and hotels typically add a 5–10% service charge; where not included, 5–10% is standard. Tip hotel bellhops and housekeeping around INR 50–100 per service, and round up or tip INR 50–100 for taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers.

Dress, food & etiquette

Business formal or smart-casual business attire works for the exhibition and conference halls; modest dress covering shoulders and knees is expected at temples and religious sites, where shoes are removed. Vegetarian food is widely available, and alcohol is unavailable on state 'dry days' and at religious sites.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

Flights

Destination: BOM

Book flights to BOM (Mumbai) when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue.

Visa

Most international visitors need a visa for India before travel. The standard route for exhibitors and trade visitors is the Government of India e-Business Visa (typically USD 80, multiple entry up to 1 year, processed in about 3–5 working days on indianvisaonline.gov.in); a 30-day e-Tourist Visa costs about USD 25 and a 1-year e-Tourist Visa about USD 40, but tourist visas are not the correct category for commercial exhibition activity. Nepal and Bhutan nationals do not need a visa, and Maldives nationals can obtain a visa on arrival. Apply at least 2 weeks before departure, carry a printed Electronic Travel Authorisation, and keep an invitation or ESFE registration confirmation with your documents.

Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

Apply online on the Government of India e-Visa portal and carry a printed Electronic Travel Authorisation plus a copy of the organiser invitation or ESFE registration confirmation. Cheaper but not the correct category for exhibiting or conducting commercial business at the show — use the e-Business Visa for stand staffing and contract talks.

Official

Transport

Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (BOM). Allow road or rail time to Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO); on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO): Goregaon East / Andheri East (Link Road corridor): Ginger Mumbai, Andheri (East), Hotel Kohinoor Elite, Goregaon East, Business/chain hotels along Link Road, Goregaon; Goregaon East / Andheri East (near BOM and WEH): Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport, Radisson Blu Mumbai International Airport, Lemon Tree Premier, Mumbai International Airport; Goregaon East, Andheri East and Powai: The Westin Mumbai Garden City (Goregaon East

Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Mumbai; confirm local availability before travel.

Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO).

Parking: On-site parking is available at Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO); confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: October 2026

Temperature: 25–33 °C (77–91 °F) daytime; nights around 24–26 °C — humid, with 'feels-like' values higher than the thermometer.

Seasonality: Post-monsoon transition month: short showers possible in early October as the south-west monsoon withdraws, with rainfall tapering and humidity easing late in the month. Expect a compact umbrella plus light, breathable clothing.

Packing: October in Mumbai is the post-monsoon transition: typical days run 25–33 °C with high humidity and occasional short showers early in the month, turning drier and slightly more comfortable by late October. Pack light cotton clothing, a compact umbrella and indoor-friendly layers for air-conditioned h

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: Day 2 — Wednesday, 7 October 2026

The show runs three days (6–8 October 2026). Day 1 carries the inaugural ceremony, registration queues and keynote-heavy agenda, while the final day typically winds down after lunch with exhibitors packing up. Day 2 gives you a full exhibition floor with every stand staffed, the speaker programme in full swing (the announced line-up of school-group and franchise leaders), and quieter mid-morning aisles for pre-booked buyer-seller meetings. If the keynote and leadership content is your priority, add Day 1; if you are closing contracts, keep Day 3 morning for follow-ups.

Confirm passport validity and India visa or e-Visa eligibility — Passport should be valid at least 6 months beyond travel; confirm visa or e-Visa needs for your nationality before booking.

Book flights to Mumbai (BOM) — Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) is the primary gateway to Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO).

Reserve a hotel near Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO) — Book a refundable rate in Goregaon or Andheri East for 5-7 October 2026 to stay close to the venue.

Complete visitor registration for the 2026 edition — Register online through esfe.in and save your confirmation or badge QR code.

Download the hall plan and conference programme — Review the 100+ conference and seminar sessions and mark the ones to attend.

Pre-schedule B2B meetings with exhibitors — Use the organiser matchmaking channel or contact exhibiting brands ahead of the show.

Shortlist conference sessions and speakers — Build a personal agenda across the three show days, 6-8 October 2026.

Plan local transport to the venue — Book an airport transfer or plan metro and taxi routes to NESCO, Goregaon East, with buffer for Mumbai traffic.

Prepare business cards, samples and meeting documents — Carry printed and digital copies of partnership briefs on education services and franchising.

Check the Mumbai forecast for early October and pack accordingly — Pack light business attire plus a rain layer or umbrella and comfortable walking shoes for the halls.

Finalise travel documents and itinerary — Print hotel confirmation, registration pass, travel insurance and meeting schedule.

Arrive in Mumbai and collect your badge — Collect your badge at the Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO) registration desk before the Day 1 opening.

Sample visitor itinerary

Route-optimised day

09:00–10:30

Badge pickup, registration and an orientation walk of the ESFE halls

Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO), Goregaon East

11:00–13:30

Inaugural session and keynote address by Dr. Deepak Vohra, Special Advisor to the PM; capture the franchise and school-leadership agenda

Conference hall, NESCO

10:00–13:00

Structured exhibitor meetings: franchise networks, curriculum publishers and edtech suppliers; pre-book slots in the B2B/buyer-seller zone

Exhibition floor, NESCO

14:00–18:00

Conference sessions with Dr. Swati Popat Vats, Dr. Revathi Srinivasan, Dr. Manjula Pooja Shroff and Mr. Sreekanth Koganti, followed by follow-up meetings

Conference hall and exhibitor stands

Side trips

Sanjay Gandhi National Park & Kanheri Caves

Closest green escape to the venue — a large urban forest with the 2nd-century BCE Kanheri rock-cut Buddhist caves and a toy train through the park.

Elephanta Caves (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Rock-cut Shiva caves on Gharapuri Island reached by harbour ferry from the Gateway of India; pair it with the Colaba/Gateway waterfront.

Networking spots

ESFE buyer–seller / B2B meeting zone

Purpose-built meeting area for pre-scheduled buyer-seller conversations — the most efficient place to reach school-chain procurement decision makers.

Conference hall networking breaks

Coffee and lunch breaks during the speaker programme put you in the same room as the visiting principals, school-group directors and franchise heads on the speaker roster.

Goregaon/Andheri hotel business lobbies

Walk-in-friendly lounges and coffee shops used for follow-up meetings with exhibitors who stay in the western-suburb hotel cluster.

Budget

Costs & budget

Cost reference

Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

visa_fee

visitor · India e-Business Visa (up to 1 year)

USD 80 / per person

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visa_fee

visitor · India e-Tourist Visa (30 days)

USD 25 / per person

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visa_fee

visitor · India e-Tourist Visa (1 year)

USD 40 / per person

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hotel_room

visitor · Budget (Goregaon/Andheri East)

USD 35–70 / per night

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visitor · Mid-range (Goregaon/Andheri East)

USD 80–150 / per night

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visitor · Premium (Goregaon/Andheri East/Powai)

USD 170–320 / per night

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per_diem

visitor · Meals and incidentals, Mumbai

USD 60–90 / per day

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visa_fee

visitor · e-Business Visa (India)

USD 80 / per application

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visa_fee

visitor · e-Tourist Visa (30 days)

USD 25 / per application

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visa_fee

visitor · e-Tourist Visa (1 year)

USD 40 / per application

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visitor · Regular Business Visa (via Indian mission/consulate)

USD 100 / per application

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Item	For	Tier	Estimated range	Status
visa_fee	visitor	India e-Business Visa (up to 1 year)	USD 80 / per person	official
visa_fee	visitor	India e-Tourist Visa (30 days)	USD 25 / per person	official
visa_fee	visitor	India e-Tourist Visa (1 year)	USD 40 / per person	official
hotel_room	visitor	Budget (Goregaon/Andheri East)	USD 35–70 / per night	estimate
hotel_room	visitor	Mid-range (Goregaon/Andheri East)	USD 80–150 / per night	estimate
hotel_room	visitor	Premium (Goregaon/Andheri East/Powai)	USD 170–320 / per night	estimate
per_diem	visitor	Meals and incidentals, Mumbai	USD 60–90 / per day	estimate
visa_fee	visitor	e-Business Visa (India)	USD 80 / per application	official
visa_fee	visitor	e-Tourist Visa (30 days)	USD 25 / per application	official
visa_fee	visitor	e-Tourist Visa (1 year)	USD 40 / per application	official
visa_fee	visitor	Regular Business Visa (via Indian mission/consulate)	USD 100 / per application	official

Decision

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

QUESTION 1 OF 6

What is your primary role?

Decision matrix

Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

visit

You are sourcing franchise models, curricula, school supplies or edtech partners and can commit at least one full day on the exhibition floor plus one conference day.

Best for

School owners, principals, franchise buyers, curriculum heads and edtech procurement leads evaluating the Indian K-12, pre-school and franchising market.

Min. budget

$550.00

Timeline

2–4 weeks before the show — visa 3–5 working days plus flights and hotel booking.

Risks

Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

October humidity and Mumbai traffic can compress a short trip; build buffer around Day 1 registration.

exhibit

You have an active India sales pipeline, can staff the stand across all three show days (6–8 October 2026), and want qualified school-chain buyers rather than broad lead volume.

Best for

Franchise networks, edtech and school-supply vendors, curriculum publishers and service providers selling into Indian private schools.

Min. budget

$2,200.00

Timeline

3–6 months — space booking, stand design/build, freight and customs, visas and staffing.

Risks

Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

Stand pricing, hall allocation and shell-scheme rates are not published on the organiser site — confirm with Innovative Enterprises.

skip

Your Indian school/franchise pipeline is already served locally, the show's education-franchising focus does not match your portfolio, or your travel budget is committed to higher-yield events this quarter.

Best for

Suppliers without an India or education-sector channel, and firms already represented by a distributor or local partner.

Timeline

None.

Risks

No major risks listed.

Gallery

Photos

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References

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