The 12th edition of IFAT India, the country’s largest trade fair for water, sewage, solid waste, and recycling solutions, concluded in Mumbai with record-breaking participation and a strong emphasis on sustainable innovation. Held from October 14–16 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, the event drew over 18,000 visitors and 560 exhibitors from more than 30 countries across 45,000 sqm of exhibition space.
Organised by Messe Muenchen India, IFAT India 2025 showcased cutting-edge technologies such as Alfa Laval’s SG2-series centrifuges, Fornnax’s R-MAX3300 shredder, and Danfoss India’s new edge computing-based drives. Actor and UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador Dia Mirza inaugurated the fair, highlighting the need for collaboration to tackle the climate crisis.The event also marked the establishment of India’s first “Chief Engineers’ Forum for Swachh Bharat” and featured 400 speakers across 40+ conference sessions focusing on water reuse, circular economy, and waste management.
In Guwahati, sustainability-focused enterprises and municipal representatives viewed IFAT India as a crucial platform for sourcing advanced water and waste technologies. Experts noted that with Guwahati’s growing urban footprint, adopting such innovations could significantly enhance the city’s waste management and water treatment infrastructure.Building on this success, IFAT Delhi will debut from April 22–24, 2026, followed by IFAT India 2026 in Mumbai from September 9–11.
