Union Minister of Steel and Heavy Industries, Shri H.D. Kumaraswamy, on Wednesday unveiled the logo, brochure, and official website of Bharat Steel, the Ministry of Steel’s flagship international conference-cum-exhibition. The launch took place at Vigyan Bhawan during a workshop for the secondary steel sector, underscoring the government’s focus on innovation, sustainability, and global leadership in the steel industry.The event was attended by Secretary (Steel) Shri Sandeep Poundrik, senior ministry officials, and representatives from across the steel value chain. The unveiling marks the beginning of preparations for Bharat Steel 2026, set to be the largest gathering of steel industry stakeholders in the country.
About Bharat Steel
Scheduled for April 16–17, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Bharat Steel aims to position India as a global hub for steel manufacturing and innovation. The two-day event will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, technology innovators, and investors from around the world to explore opportunities in the domestic and international markets.
Key Highlights
The conference will feature a range of activities, including:
- Thematic sessions addressing the latest industry trends and challenges
- Sectoral roundtables on specific market and production segments
- State and country roundtables to explore trade and investment partnerships
- CEOs’ conference with top global industry leaders
- Technology showcases highlighting innovations in steel manufacturing
- Buyer-seller meets to promote business and trade connections
A central theme of Bharat Steel 2026 will be the promotion of green and sustainable steelmaking practices, aligning with India’s environmental and industrial goals.
Government’s Vision
Speaking at the launch, Shri Kumaraswamy stressed the importance of the conference as a platform to display India’s steel manufacturing strengths, boost exports, and attract foreign investment. “Through Bharat Steel, we aim to highlight India’s journey towards innovation, collaboration, and sustainability in steel production,” he said.
The Minister also reiterated the government’s commitment to fostering technological advancements and encouraging the adoption of environmentally friendly production methods to strengthen the nation’s competitive edge in the global market.
Registration and participation details for the event are now live on the official website — bharat.steel.gov.in.
With a vision to be India’s largest steel exhibition, Bharat Steel promises to serve as a dynamic platform for business, knowledge exchange, and policy dialogue in the years ahead.
