Design Reference
Rajasthan Pavilion at IITF 2026
Curatorial Note & Key Design Points — Theme: Vikas aur Virasat (Development and Heritage)
Download Concept Note & Layout (PDF)| Nodal Agency | Rajasthan Small Industries Corporation Ltd. (RSIC) |
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| Location | Hall No. 3 (Ground Floor), Pragati Maidan, New Delhi |
| Allotted Area | 16 m × 62.5 m = 1,000 m² (as per ITPO layout H3GF, 25 Aug 2026) |
A. Curatorial Vision & Concept
The Rajasthan Pavilion at the India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2026 will present a synchronized narrative of Vikas aur Virasat—where centuries of living art traditions, master craftsmanship, and timeless architectural heritage seamlessly converge with progressive industrial growth, renewable energy, and modern investment avenues.
Designed as an immersive spatial experience, the pavilion will bridge Rajasthan's monumental past with its dynamic, forward-looking present. The layout is envisaged to guide visitors through a structured journey across artisan craftsmanship, institutional innovation, and trade potential, highlighting the state as both a living cultural archive and a premier economic hub.
B. Key Pavilion Zones & Highlights
The Craft & Heritage Marketplace
- Featuring custom display-cum-sale booths dedicated to state master artisans, weaver cardholders, and craftsmen supported by a 50% concession framework to empower traditional creators.
- Specialized focus on local artisanal sectors through a dedicated One District One Product (ODOP) Wall anchored by the Department of Industries.
Mega Gallery & Institutional Displays
- Collaborative thematic showcases by RIICO, Bureau of Investment Promotion (BIP), Department of Tourism (DOT), Department of Archaeology, RCDF, RSMML, RRECL, and Raj. Foundation.
- An integrated vision of state infrastructure, green energy transitions, heritage conservation, and rural entrepreneurship.
Business Information Centre (BIC)
- Operated by the Bureau of Investment Promotion (BIP) as a single-window hub to provide real-time guidance on investment policies, industrial zones, and enterprise opportunities across Rajasthan.
Cultural & Performing Arts Stage
- Hosted by the Department of Tourism, featuring live folk music, regional performances, and state celebrations on Rajasthan Day, creating a vibrant atmosphere that complements the commercial exhibition space.
C. Design Framework & Spatial Objectives
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Authentic Architectural Language: Harmonizing traditional Rajasthani design motifs with international exhibition standards through clean, modular booth layouts and two-, three-, and four-side open pavilions.
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Inclusive Trade Platform: Priority spatial allocation for state Startups and Trade Associations, fostering direct market linkage alongside artisan stalls.
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Immersive Visitor Flow: A clear path linking industrial investment potential directly to the living heritage and craft traditions that define Rajasthan's global identity.
D. Other Key Points (Design Guidelines)
| Maximum height | The maximum height of the pavilion will go up to 5 m, as per ITPO norms. |
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| Mezzanine use | The mezzanine can be used only as a lounge. |
| Passage width | A minimum 3 m passage is mandatory between the shopping areas. |
| Fire curtain area | No construction is permitted under the fire curtain area. |
| Ramps | A ramp is mandatory at the entry and exit points. |
Refer to the ITPO layout map (Hall 3, Ground Floor) in the downloadable PDF for the pavilion footprint and mandatory passages.