9th edition · New Delhi

World Mithai Namkeen Convention & Expo

One Industry, One Platform for Mithai, Namkeen, Snacks & Allied Sectors. Three days with 600+ exhibitors, 15 seminars and workshops, live competitions and the industry's biggest gala night.

Presented by

Haldiram'sBikaji
About the event

Where Tradition
Meets Innovation

The 9th World Mithai Namkeen Convention & Expo brings together the entire ecosystem of India's Mithai, Namkeen, Snacks & Allied Sectors under one roof — from heritage artisans to modern manufacturers, from raw material suppliers to packaging innovators.

  • Live cooking demonstrations & tastings
  • B2B networking & trade opportunities
  • Industry awards & recognition ceremony
Discover all highlights
The YASHOBHOOMI (IICC) convention centre in Dwarka, New Delhi — a large curved glass and stone facade lit at dusk.
Official Venue

YASHOBHOOMI (IICC)

India International Convention & Expo Centre · Dwarka, New Delhi

20–22 December 2026

Photo: Ayush Raj · CC BY-SA 4.0

Why attend

Everything Under One Roof

Three days of opportunity for Mithai, Namkeen, Snacks & Allied Sectors

  • Exhibition & Trade Show

    Explore cutting-edge machinery, packaging solutions, ingredients, and finished products from 600+ exhibitors.

  • Conference & Panels

    15 seminars and panels with industry leaders on automation, taxation, health-conscious formulations and global expansion.

  • Competitions & Awards

    Mithai and gift-hamper competitions, the Mithai Namkeen Ratan Award and a gala night that closes the show.

  • Live Demonstrations

    Watch master artisans create traditional delicacies using time-honoured techniques alongside modern automation demos.

  • Global Exposure

    Access international markets and meet global buyers looking for authentic Indian sweets and savoury products.

  • Innovation Showcase

    Discover the latest in food technology, sustainable packaging, hygiene standards, and quality assurance.

Portrait of Firoz H. Naqvi

Firoz H. Naqvi

Organiser — WMNC & WMNC Purchasing

Aim Events, Mumbai

From the desk of the organiser

Welcome to the ninth edition

It gives me immense pleasure to welcome you on behalf of the organising team of the World Mithai Namkeen Convention & Expo (WMNC).

Following the remarkable success of WMNC 2025, we are proud to present WMNC 2026, scheduled for 20–22 December 2026 at the prestigious Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, Dwarka, New Delhi. WMNC 2026 will continue to strengthen its position as the premier global platform for the mithai, namkeen, snacks and allied industries, bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, innovators, policymakers and professionals from across the world.

Read the full message

With participation from over 600 exhibitors and an expected attendance of 70,000 visitors from more than 35 countries, WMNC 2026 promises an unmatched convergence of business opportunities, knowledge exchange and innovation. The event will feature 15 insightful seminars, workshops, live demonstrations and competitions that celebrate craftsmanship, creativity and the evolving dynamics of our industry.

We encourage all participants to actively engage, share insights and build meaningful connections that will help drive sustainable growth and innovation. We look forward to welcoming you, and are confident that together we will shape the future of the mithai and namkeen industry.

— Firoz H. Naqvi

Guiding lights

Our Mentors

Industry stalwarts who guide and shape the vision of WMNC

  • Shiv Kishan Agarwal

    CMD, Haldiram

    Nagpur

  • Shyam Sunder Agarwal

    MD, Bikanerwala

    Delhi

  • Late Shiv Ratan Agarwal

    MD, Bikaji Food Int.

    Bikaner

  • Manohar Lal Agarwal

    MD, Haldiram Snacks Food

    Noida

  • Madhusudan Agarwal

    V-CMD, Haldiram

    Noida

  • Chandubhai Virani

    CMD, Balaji Wafers

    Rajkot

  • Ajit Mota

    MD, Mota Chips

  • Srinivasa Raja

    MD, Adyar Ananda Bhavan

  • Anil Kumar Saini

    Director, Bhanwarilal Mithaiwala

  • Dhiman Das

    Exec. Director, K.C Das Pvt Ltd

  • Vinay Nagpaul

    CEO, Sairam Sweets & Bakers

  • Neeraj Bajaj

    CMD, Sindhi Sweets

  • Kamlesh Bhai Kandoi

    Partner, Kandoi Bhogilal Mulchand

  • PVVS Mallikharjuna Rao

    MD, Sri Bhaktanjaneyavari Suruchi Foods

  • Vasudev Chawla

    MD, Mahesh Namkeen Pvt Ltd

Managing Committee

Federation of Sweets & Namkeen Manufacturers (FSNM)

  • Virender Jain

    President

  • Vinay Nagpaul

    General Secretary

  • Firoz H. Naqvi

    Treasurer

  • Vasudev Chawla

    Vice President

  • Vikram Agarwal

    Vice President

Voices of the industry

What Leaders Say

From the pioneers who built India's sweet & savoury industry

Testimonial 1 of 32: Neeraj Bajaj, Sindhi Sweets, Chandigarh

Neeraj BajajSindhi Sweets, Chandigarh

“The World Mithai & Namkeen Convention-Expo has become the most influential gathering for our industry, offering a rare opportunity to witness innovation, tradition, and business excellence all in one place. It is truly a three-day experience that leaves every participant inspired, informed, and excited for what's next.”

Neeraj Bajaj, Sindhi Sweets, Chandigarh
Past editions

Glimpses from WMNC

Inaugurations, packed seminar halls, live competitions and gala nights — see what three days at WMNC feel like.

Our partners

WMNC Expo Partners

  • BLG Hing
  • KAP Group
  • Swani Enterprises
  • Avon Flavours
  • Kitchen Smith
  • Adani Spices
  • Balaji Silver Leaves
  • The Saffron Expert
  • Prestair Systems
  • Rajdhani Besan
  • Romio Technologies
  • Global Advertisers — MM Mithaiwala
  • Girnar Food Machine

Secure Your Spot at the 9th WMNC Expo

Join 70,000+ industry professionals at India's largest platform for Mithai, Namkeen, Snacks & Allied Sectors. Visitor registration is free.

Download the brochure(PDF, 13 MB)
  • YASHOBHOOMI (IICC), New Delhi
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