J.P. Nadda inaugurates 14th India Chem 2026 in Mumbai; chemical industry projected at USD 300 billion by 2030
On 22 October 2026, Union Chemicals and Fertilizers Minister J.P. Nadda inaugurated the 14th edition of India Chem 2026, a three-day international exhibition and conference on chemicals and petrochemicals, in Mumbai.
Summary
Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers J.P. Nadda inaugurated the 14th edition of India Chem 2026 in Mumbai on 22 October 2026. India Chem 2026 is a three-day international exhibition and conference of the chemicals and petrochemicals sector, organised under the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals. Nadda described the BHAVYA Rasayan Scheme for the chemicals sector as a game changer for building globally competitive manufacturing hubs. The Indian chemical industry is projected to reach USD 300 billion by 2030 and USD 1 trillion by 2040.
Key facts
- Event
- India Chem 2026 (14th edition)
- Place
- Mumbai
- Date
- 22 October 2026 (three-day event)
- Inaugurated by
- J.P. Nadda, Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers
- Scheme mentioned
- BHAVYA Rasayan Scheme
- Industry projection
- USD 300 billion by 2030; USD 1 trillion by 2040
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Where was the 14th edition of India Chem 2026 inaugurated on 22 October 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Mumbai
According to the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers at India Chem 2026, the Indian chemical industry is projected to reach what size by 2030?
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Correct answer: C — USD 300 billion