Presented by

Haldiram'sBikaji

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.

9th edition · YASHOBHOOMI (IICC), New Delhi

About the event

Where Tradition
Meets the Future of Food

The 9th World Mithai Namkeen Convention & Expo brings India’s complete mithai, namkeen and snacks ecosystem together on one powerful platform. From manufacturers and traditional businesses to machinery, ingredients, packaging, automation and technology providers, WMNC connects the industry with new ideas, serious buyers, valuable partnerships and future-ready solutions.

  • 500+ Exhibition Stallsfeaturing machinery, ingredients, packaging, automation and allied solutions

  • 60,000+ Expected Business Visitorsincluding manufacturers, buyers, distributors and industry professionals

  • High-Value B2B Networkingwith leading companies, decision-makers and international representatives

  • Live Demonstrations and Product Innovationsshowcasing smarter production and emerging technologies

  • Expert Seminars and Workshopsaddressing business growth, food safety, consumer trends and industry challenges

  • Industry Awards and Recognitionshonouring outstanding entrepreneurs, brands and sector leaders

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

Why attend

Everything Under One Roof

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

  • Exhibition

    Explore the complete mithai, namkeen and snacks ecosystem—from advanced machinery and automation to ingredients, packaging, technology and allied business solutions.

  • Conferences and Knowledge Sessions

    Gain practical insights through 15 seminars, panel discussions and workshops led by industry experts on automation, food safety, consumer trends, quick commerce and business growth.

  • Competitions and Industry Awards

    Witness exciting mithai, namkeen and snacks competitions, along with a special awards ceremony honouring entrepreneurs and leaders who have made valuable contributions to the industry.

  • Live Demonstrations

    Experience machinery, production processes, innovative recipes and automation solutions in action through live demonstrations by manufacturers, experts and solution providers.

  • Global Business Connections

    Connect with international exhibitors, buyers, technology providers and industry representatives while exploring partnerships, sourcing opportunities and new global markets.

  • Innovation Showcase

    Discover the latest developments in processing machinery, smart manufacturing, ingredients, sustainable packaging, food safety, product development and future-ready technologies.

Portrait of Firoz H. Naqvi

Firoz H. Naqvi

Organiser — WMNC & WMNC Purchasing

Aim Events, Mumbai

From the desk of the organiser

Welcome to the 9th World Mithai Namkeen Convention & Expo

It gives me immense pleasure to welcome you to the 9th World Mithai Namkeen Convention & Expo—WMNC 2026, being held from 20–22 December 2026 at Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre), Dwarka, New Delhi.

Building on the remarkable success of its previous editions, WMNC has emerged as a leading global business platform for the mithai, namkeen, snacks and allied food-processing industries. The exhibition brings together traditional manufacturers, established brands, emerging entrepreneurs, machinery companies, ingredient suppliers, packaging specialists, technology providers, policymakers and industry professionals from India and overseas.

— 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

  • Sanjay Chitle

    Chitle Bandhu

Behind WMNC

Organizing Committee

The team that plans and runs the convention and expo

  • Adeel Ahsaan

  • Amit Goyal

  • Girish Bharti

  • Hemant Gupta

  • Mudit Goyal

  • Prashant Sakpal

  • Pushpendra Sharma

  • Rahul Sharma

  • Satyam Arora

    Kundan Mishtan

Voices of the industry

What Leaders Say

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

Testimonial 1 of 31: 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 8th 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
  • Adani Spices
  • Heat and Control
  • Prestair Systems
  • Rajdhani Besan
  • Avon Flavours
  • Girnar Food Machine
  • The Saffron Expert
  • Swani Enterprises
  • KAP Group
  • Balaji Silver Leaves
  • Global Advertisers — MM Mithaiwala
Industry backing

Supported By

Trade associations and government bodies standing behind WMNC 2026

  • Development Council for Sweets & Snacks, Technologies & Raw Materials (DCSTR)
  • Bihar Mithai and Namkeen Association
  • Delhi Halwai & Namkeen Association (DHNA)
  • Jharkhand Sweets & Namkeen Federation (JSNF)
  • Mishti Udyog — Sweets & Savouries Entrepreneurs' Association of Bengal
  • Shree Gujarat Rajya Mithai Farsan Utpadak Mahasangh
  • Halwai Association Punjab (Regd.)
  • Uttar Pradesh Mithai Namkeen and Bakery Association (UPMNBA)
  • Ministry of MSME, Govt. of India

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.

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  • YASHOBHOOMI (IICC), New Delhi
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