The much-awaited annual exhibition “UDYOJIKA – An All Eves’ Exhibition” organized by VIA Lady Entrepreneurs’ Wing (VIALEW) will be held from 26th to 29th September 2025 at Kusumtai Wankhede Hall, North Ambazari Road, Nagpur.
What started as a small initiative to provide women entrepreneurs with a platform to display and market their products has now transformed into one of Nagpur’s most popular exhibitions. This year marks the 28th edition of UDYOJIKA, an event organized in association with Barrister Sheshrao Wankhede Trust in memory of Late Smt. Kusumtai Wankhede.
The Expo will be inaugurated on Friday, 26th September 2025 at 11.00 am by Dr Abhijeet Chaudhari, IAS, Commissioner & Administrator, Nagpur Municipal Corporation. Ms Nisha Kothari, Founder & Managing Director, IIT-HOME Nagpur, will grace the event as Guest of Honour.
The Valedictory & Prize Distribution Ceremony will be held on Monday, 29th September 2025 at 7.00 pm, with Smt Ayushi Singh, IAS, Additional Commissioner – Tribal Development Department, Nagpur as the Chief Guest.
A Platform for Women Entrepreneurs
The mission of VIALEW has always been to nurture women’s entrepreneurial talent, offering them opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed. Over the years, the Wing has organized seminars, workshops, training programs, industrial visits, and expert sessions to guide women in areas such as project identification, finance, and business management.
Recognizing that marketing and visibility are often challenges for women entrepreneurs, VIALEW created UDYOJIKA – a dedicated platform where women can exhibit and promote their products. The exhibition has consistently drawn huge public response, becoming a much-awaited shopping and networking destination in the Orange City.
This year, about 70 women entrepreneurs will participate, showcasing a wide variety of products including:
- Garments, Sarees & Dress Materials (Kosa Silk, Assam Silk, Banarasi, Bangalore Silk, Gujarat Cotton, Hand Embroidery, Kurtis)
- Imitation Jewellery, Bags & Purses, Home Décor & Handicrafts
- Health & Herbal Products, Kitchenware, Corporate Gifting, Wall Hangings, Accessories & Tupperware
- Interior Accessories, Wallpapers, Bed Sheets, Shawls, Torans, and much more
Daily Highlights
- 26th Sept: Smt Asha Pathan (IAS), Director – Vasantrao Naik State Agricultural Extension, Nagpur
- 27th Sept: Dr Meena Rajesh, Vice Chancellor – GH Raisoni University, Saikheda & Mrs Divya Dhurde, President – Women Wing, BJP Nagpur
- 28th Sept: Mrs Payal Bawankule Ashtankar, Asstt Govt Pleader – Bombay High Court, Nagpur & Mrs Astha M Karlekar, Director – SCZCC, Nagpur
Awards & Special Attractions
Every year, UDYOJIKA recognizes outstanding participants with awards such as Best Lady Entrepreneur, Best Presentation, Best Marketing, Best Salesmanship, Best Entrepreneur of the Year, and Best Food Stall.
Adding to the excitement, daily lucky draws at 7.00 pm will bring surprises for visitors, making the event more engaging.
A Must-Visit Event
Over the years, UDYOJIKA has grown into more than just an exhibition – it has become a symbol of inspiration, empowerment, and opportunity. It not only supports women entrepreneurs in showcasing their talent but also inspires others to begin their entrepreneurial journeys.
In short, “UDYOJIKA FAIR” is a must-see exhibition and a hub of business opportunities for all.
For further details, please contact:
- Yogita Deshmukh, Chairperson – VIALEW (9545900901)
- Poonam Gupta (8390845628)
- Project Directors: Anjali Gupta (9370383132), Vandana Sharma (9823044642), Manisha Bawankar (7387002535)
- VIA Office: 0712-2561211
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