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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 24:<\/span> <\/strong>India\u2019s automotive sector is set to witness the launch of IIMS, a new large scale industry platform with the announcement of the India International Motor Show 2026. The first edition of the show will be held from 24th<\/sup> to 26th<\/sup>\u00a0April 2026 at the CIDCO Exhibition & Convention Centre.<\/p>\n

IIMS is being organised by the Percept Group in alignment with leading Automotive industry Associations.<\/p>\n

Positioned as a comprehensive B2B and B2C platform, the India International Motor Show is designed to bring the entire motor vehicle ecosystem under one roof. The show will span passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, electric and hybrid mobility, auto components, accessories, auto care, aftermarket solutions, service technologies, and allied mobility services.<\/p>\n

IIMS 2026 is being structured as a business focused industry marketplace supported by large scale consumer engagement. Over three days, the event will host OEM unveilings, future mobility showcases, Tier 1 sourcing zones, curated B2B matchmaking, investor interactions, and live demonstrations. The platform is expected to attract OEMs, suppliers, technology firms, start ups, MSMEs, fleet operators, investors, policy makers, and consumers from across India and overseas.<\/p>\n

Designed to international exhibition standards, IIMS 2026 will comprise a multi layered format. A large-scale exhibition will showcase new vehicle launches, advanced technologies, mechanisms, and fixtures. A structured knowledge conference will bring together policy makers, global experts, and industry leaders to discuss localisation, supply chain resilience, clean energy transition, connected mobility, cyber security, and India\u2019s expanding role in global automotive manufacturing.<\/p>\n

The programme will also include focused workshops and master classes on electric mobility adoption, sustainability, digital transformation, service technologies, and aftermarket growth. Structured B2B meetings will enable direct engagement between buyers, sellers, manufacturers, suppliers, and investors. For consumers and enthusiasts, the show will feature live test drive tracks, EV charging demonstrations, and interactive product studios offering first hand experience of emerging mobility solutions.<\/p>\n

The Industry support for IIMS 2026 reflects broad sector endorsement. Supporting associations include India Economic Development Association, SME Chamber of India, Mumbai Bus Malak Sanghatana, Federation of Tourist Taxi Operators, Indian Tourist Transporters Association,<\/p>\n

Global Chamber Goa, Society for Smart e Mobility, India Chamber of International Business, and All India Association of Industries.<\/p>\n

Senior industry leaders supporting the initiative include Aarti Neemkar, President, IEDA, Deepak Naik, President, MBMS, Malik Patel, President, FOTTO, Mohan Goyal, Zonal Chairman, ITTA, Manpreet Singh, President, ICIB, Vijay Kalantri, President, AIAI, and Chandrakant Salunke, Chairman, SME Chamber of India.<\/p>\n

Navi Mumbai has been selected as the host city in view of its rapid emergence as a major commercial and infrastructure node. The newly opened Navi Mumbai International Airport, CIDCO\u2019s mobility upgrades, and expanding last mile connectivity provide the scale and access required for an exhibition of this magnitude. The location also addresses a long standing gap for a world class automotive platform in Western India.<\/p>\n

\u201cIndia International Motor Show 2026 is conceived as a definitive convergence point for the mobility ecosystem, where innovation translates into real market opportunity,\u201d said Vidya Alva, Chief Operating Officer, Percept ICE. \u201cWestern India has long lacked a world-class automotive platform, and we at Percept recognised this gap early. With our proven expertise in creating high-impact automotive experiences and industry IPs, we are excited to anchor this showcase in Navi Mumbai. Backed by the city\u2019s rapidly advancing infrastructure and a sharp programme of launches, dialogues and live tech demonstrations, IIMS 2026 will ignite new collaborations, accelerate growth, and establish a powerful new hub for future mobility in India.\u201d<\/p>\n

Said Tejinder Singh, Project Director & GM, Percept ICE, \u201cIIMS 2026 will be a business-first motor show, blending curated trade programming with spectacular brand experiences. With Percept\u2019s event capabilities and CIDCO\u2019s infrastructural vision, this edition will set a new benchmark for automotive exhibitions in India.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cNavi Mumbai offers the scale and strategic access that the automotive industry needs now \u2013 a connected gateway to Mumbai and to rapidly expanding markets across western and southern India,\u201d said Anuj Wadhwa, CEO, Cidco Exhibition Centre. \u201cOur infrastructure priorities are aligned to support world-class exhibitions such as IIMS and to create meaningful economic impact for the region.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cIIMS 2026 marks a timely and much-needed step in unifying India\u2019s fast-evolving automotive ecosystem,\u201d said Aarti Neemkar, President India Economic Development Association (IEDA). \u201cFor OEMs, suppliers, and technology leaders, this platform will serve as an accelerant, enabling deeper alignment, faster collaborations, and a clearer roadmap toward global competitiveness. The industry has long needed a common stage in Western India, and IIMS fills that gap with the right scale, intent, and industry focus.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cIndia\u2019s mobility transition demands a platform where cutting-edge EV, energy, and autonomous technologies can be experienced first-hand by both businesses and consumers,\u201d noted V Senthil Kumar, President, The Society for Smart E-Mobility (SSEM).<\/p>\n

\u201cIIMS 2026 will deliver the opportunity with its innovation-led format, test-drive ecosystems, and technology showcases, this show will help accelerate adoption, attract investment, and spotlight India\u2019s leadership in next-generation clean mobility.\u201d Said Mohan Goyal, Zonal Chairman, India Tourist Transporters Association (ITTA).<\/p>\n

\u201cLocating IIMS 2026 in Navi Mumbai is a strategic milestone for the industry,\u201d said Deepak Naik, Chairman, Mumbai Bus Malak Sanghatana (MBMS). \u201cMumbai has always been a critical market for mobility and investment, yet it lacked a world-class motor show and Navi Mumbai offers unmatched accessibility and capacity. This edition will finally give Western India the showcase it deserves and will draw global attention to the region\u2019s automotive potential.\u201d<\/p>\n

With over four decades of shaping India\u2019s automotive narrative, Percept Group has delivered high impact launches, dealer ecosystems, auto expos, and consumer engagement platforms for leading global and Indian automotive brands. This experience forms the foundation for the conceptualization, planning, designing and production of IIMS as a globally benchmarked automotive platform.<\/p>\n

Early exhibitor bookings and visitor registrations are now open. For exhibitor enquiries and visitor registration, visit indiainternationalmotorshow.in<\/p>\n

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