GCCI Annual Trade Expo Concludes with Powerful Insights on Business Transformation.
Ahmedabad, Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI) successfully concluded its flagship Annual Trade Expo (GATE 2025) at Vigyan Bhavan, Science City, Ahmedabad, with record-breaking participation. The three-day event crossed over 16,000 visitors from various states and featured 300+ exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge innovations across diverse industries.
Shri Rajesh Gandhi, Sr. Vice President, GCCI, commenced the valedictory ceremony by highlighting the expo’s remarkable achievements. He reflected on three days of intensive knowledge exchange and expressed sincere appreciation to all sponsors and partners, emphasizing how their support was instrumental in creating this premier business platform.
He particularly acknowledged their role in facilitating meaningful dialogues on innovation and growth that characterized this year’s edition. He emphasized that GATE 2025 had not only achieved its objectives of fostering business transformation but had also laid the groundwork for future industrial growth in Gujarat. His closing remarks included an invitation for continued engagement and a promise of an even more impactful edition in the coming year, leaving attendees with both a sense of accomplishment and anticipation for future collaborations.
Bimawale Company led an engaging session on corporate insurance solutions, providing actionable insights on risk mitigation strategies for modern businesses. Their presentation, Insurance Awareness in Corporate and Industries, highlighted critical financial safeguards through real-world case studies and interactive discussions.
Shri Arjun Vaidya, Founder of Dr. Vaidya’s: New Age Ayurveda, engaged in an insightful fireside chat moderated by Ms. Aishwarya Jain on How to Build a D2C Brand and Create a Global Presence. He entrepreneur shared his journey of transforming traditional Ayurveda into a contemporary, digitally-driven wellness brand, emphasizing the importance of consumer-centric strategies in today’s borderless commerce landscape.
The ceremony’s centrepiece featured Shri Suniel Shetty, Indian Actor, Film Producer and Startup Investor & Mentor in a compelling fireside chat on his journey from being celebrity
actor to a successful Entrepreneur and Startup Investor & Mentor moderated by Shri Priyank Shah, Chairman, Startup Committee, GCCI. The Bollywood icon turned entrepreneur captivated delegates with his authentic transition story from cinema to business leadership. He emphasized execution over ideas stating, sustainable ventures are built on perseverance and a commitment to nurture future entrepreneurs.
Shri Tushar Parikh, Chairman, GATE 2025 formally concluded GATE 2025 by delivering the vote of thanks after the felicitation ceremony honouring sponsors and committee members. He acknowledged their pivotal contributions in making the expo a resounding success, noting how their collective efforts created an unparalleled platform for business transformation.
Exhibitors at GATE 2025 expressed immense satisfaction with the overall organization, visitor turnout and business opportunities generated during the event. Many highlighted the quality of interactions, the relevance of the audience, and the exposure gained through the platform. Several exhibitors reported strong leads and valuable partnerships formed over the three days. A majority of the exhibitors have already expressed keen interest in returning for the next edition, with many stating they are looking forward to an even bigger and better showcase in GATE 2026.
