Ahmedabad: Building on the strong response to its inaugural edition, the Vaishnav International Business Expo & Summit (VIBES 2.0) is set to return with a significantly expanded format, positioning itself as a key platform for SME growth, trade collaboration and community-led enterprise development.
Scheduled to be held on April 18–19, 2026, at Science City, Ahmedabad, the two-day event is expected to bring together over 150 industrial and retail exhibitors and attract 12,000+ business visitors from across India and overseas. The expo is being jointly organised by Samast Vaishnav Vanik Parivar (SVVP) and Vaishnav Business Network (VBN), with a clear focus on enabling market access, B2B networking, and brand visibility for emerging and mid-sized enterprises.
According to the organisers, VIBES 2.0 aims to bridge the gap between traditional community-driven businesses and modern market opportunities, creating a structured ecosystem for collaboration, partnerships and business expansion. The exhibition will showcase a diverse mix of sectors including manufacturing, retail, FMCG, services and emerging enterprises, offering participants a direct interface with potential buyers, distributors and investors.
A key highlight of the event will be its Business Summit, featuring industry experts and thought leaders who will share insights on market trends, scaling strategies, digital transformation and competitive positioning. The summit is designed to equip entrepreneurs with actionable knowledge and strategic direction in an evolving business landscape. In addition, curated sessions such as panel discussions, startup-oriented interactions and networking forums are expected to facilitate deal-making opportunities and long-term business associations.
The organisers have also planned a structured networking dinner, aimed at enabling high-value connections among business owners, investors and decision-makers in an informal setting. Beyond commerce, the event will also incorporate a community and values-driven dimension, including a spiritual congregation of Vaishnav leaders, reinforcing the role of ethics, trust and relationship-based business practices in enterprise growth.
With increasing participation and scale, VIBES 2.0 is positioning itself as more than just a trade fair — it is emerging as a community-led business ecosystem platform that supports sustainable growth, collaboration and global outreach for Vaishnav entrepreneurs. The organisers have extended an open invitation to entrepreneurs, SMEs, traders and business leaders to participate and leverage the platform for visibility, partnerships and expansion opportunities.