Name: Smart Cities India Expo
Start: 2027-03-23
End: 2027-03-25
Location: Bharat Mandapam

Event overview

Overview

TL;DR

1Dates: March 23-25, 2027
2Location: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
3Expected attendees: 41,250
4Participants from 23 countries
5280 speakers scheduled

Why visit

Visitors will gain insights into the latest urban technologies, network with industry leaders, and explore solutions for sustainable city development.

Why exhibit

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Government officials from urban development departments

Technology providers specializing in urban solutions

Infrastructure companies involved in city planning

Investors looking for opportunities in urban development

Urban planners and architects

Academics and researchers in urban studies

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Urban technology companies

Digital infrastructure providers

Sustainability-focused organizations

AI and data analytics firms

Mobility and transport solution providers

Smart utilities and services companies

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Urban technology solutions for smart cities

Digital infrastructure and connectivity services

AI and data management tools

Sustainable urban mobility solutions

Smart utilities and energy management systems

Urban planning and design software

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Bharat Mandapam

New Delhi, India

Attend

Entry & tickets

Who runs the show

Organisers

ITPO - India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO)

Exhibitions India

What's on

Programme

Speakers

Durga Shanker Mishra

IAS (Retd.), Former Chief Secretary @ Government of Uttar Pradesh

Rahul Kapoor

ED Finance @ Ministry of Railways, Government of India

Susanth Kurunthil

CEO @ Infoparks Kerala

Sovan Mandal

CEO @ Valocity India and the Middle East

Hasit Trivedi

President and Chief Digital & AI Officer @ Firstsource

Udayan Kanade

CEO @ Oneirix Labs

Venkat Subba Rao Chunduru

Director and Head @ India Operations, Arcadis

Vishnu Shankar Srivastava

Head, Strategic Projects @ BSES Rajdhani Power Limited

Anuj Bairathi

Founder & CEO @ Cyfuture

Abhishek Vashisth

Director @ EY

Raghav Bhardwaj

CEO @ Bolt.Earth

Prof. Charru Malhotra

Professor (e-Governance and ICT) @ Indian Institute of Public Administration

Co-located events

Convergence India Expo

Separate ticket

Data Centre Expo

Separate ticket

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Current edition

2027 · 41,250 visitors

Forecast — not final

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

Bharat Future Cities Expo is India’s technology-led urban transformation platform, connecting government, cities, urban development authorities, technology providers, infrastructure companies, investors and innovators shaping the next generation of liveable, resilient and digitally enabled cities. The Smart Cities India Expo is crucial for fostering collaboration among urban stakeholders, enhancing the development of smart cities, and promoting sustainable urban solutions. It serves as a platform for showcasing.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors typically include Government officials from urban development departments, Technology providers specializing in urban solutions, Infrastructure companies involved in city planning, Investors looking for opportunities in urban development. Dates: March 23-25, 2027. Location: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Expected attendees: 41,250. Participants from 23 countries. Smart Cities India Expo attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Exhibitors can showcase their innovations to a targeted audience of decision-makers in urban development, gain visibility in the market, and connect with potential partners and clients. This is an ideal platform to demonstrate products and services that contribute to smart city initiatives. Exhibitor categories include Urban technology companies, Digital infrastructure providers, Sustainability-focused organizations, AI and data analytics firms. Upcoming edition materials cite access to more than 41,250 potential.

Intelligence

Market context

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

New Delhi, India

Why it matters

Attending Smart Cities India Expo on 2027-03-23 to 2027-03-25 in New Delhi lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.

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.

Automotive trade fair circuit

Book hotels and meetings 8–12 weeks before opening day; peer shows in the same sector often fall in adjacent months.

Buyers covering automotive often plan Smart Cities India Expo alongside regional peer shows to compare products, pricing, and service coverage across markets.

Pre-show

Confirm exhibitor meetings and product demos for Smart Cities India Expo.

Show week

Hall walk-throughs, live demos, and supplier negotiations.

Peer events are widely known sector fairs; verify dates on each organiser website before booking.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · INR

Arrival airports

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

DEL

Indira Gandhi International

App-based rides and prepaid booths at T3.

to venue

30–50 min

by car

Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

taxi

Estimated costINR 400–700 (prepaid taxi estimate)

Best forIndira Gandhi International (DEL) to Bharat Mandapam

App-based rides and prepaid booths at T3.

Weather

March in New Delhi typically sees 18–28°C. Warming spring. Breathable business attire. Check the forecast a week before travel and pack for walking between halls and outdoor transfers.

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.

Registration

Confirm registration and venue access with the organiser before travelling to New Delhi.

Arrival

Arrive early on the first show day for orientation and security screening.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

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

Flights

Destination: DEL

Book flights to DEL (New Delhi) when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue.

Transport

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

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Indira Gandhi International (DEL). Allow road or rail time to Bharat Mandapam; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

Hotel → venue: Primary gateways: Indira Gandhi International (DEL): Regional gateway — confirm routes on the organiser site.. Allow road time to Bharat Mandapam; confirm parking via the organiser.

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

Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Bharat Mandapam.

Parking: On-site parking is available at Bharat Mandapam; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: March 2027

Temperature: 18–28°C

Seasonality: Warming spring.

Packing: March in New Delhi typically sees 18–28°C. Warming spring. Breathable business attire.

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

Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.

Best for

Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Urban technology solutions for smart cities solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Smart Cities India Expo in New Delhi.

Min. budget

$350.00

Timeline

4–8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.

Risks

Session times and ticket tiers may change — confirm the official agenda before booking.

exhibit

You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.

Best for

Brands and manufacturers launching Urban technology solutions for smart cities products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.

Min. budget

$2,200.00

Timeline

3–6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.

Risks

Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall — confirm with the organiser sales team.

skip

Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.

Best for

Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the New Delhi show week.

Min. budget

Not yet confirmed

Timeline

N/A

Risks

No major risks listed.

Gallery

Photos

Official imagery from Smart Cities India Expo

Official Smart Cities India Expo event branding

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Sources

References

Publishers

Date checked

Smart Cities India Expo

Official Website
Lang: ENGLISH
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Bharat Future Cities Expo

smartcitiesindia.com
Lang: ENGLISH
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