JITO Connect 2025 Curtain Raiser Unveiled in Hyderabad: A Grand Prelude to India’s Largest Jain Business Confluence!

Hyderabad, June 7th, 2025: The Hyderabad Chapter of Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO), one of India’s most dynamic and forward-thinking chapters, proudly hosted the Curtain Raiser for JITO Connect 2025, the flagship national summit that unites top entrepreneurs, innovators, policymakers, and changemakers on a single platform. The evening marked the hosting of a colourful Fashion Show followed by the launch of ‘Bridal Story.’

Slated to take place from 3rd to 5th October 2025 at HITEX & HICC, Hyderabad, JITO Connect 2025 will be the biggest edition yet, spread across over 8 lakh sq. ft., with over 1,000 business stalls and an anticipated footfall exceeding 2 lakh. The event will feature over 50,000 changemakers, global speaker sessions, startup showcases, networking forums, and cultural experiences.

The Curtain Raiser witnessed the formal unveiling of the event blueprint in the august presence of JITO Apex leadership of Shri Prithviraj S. Kothari, Chairman; Shri Vijay Bhandari, President and Shri Lalit Kumar Dangi, Secretary General; accompanied by vertical heads, zonal dignitaries, and decision-makers from chapters across India.

Speaking on the occasion, Shri Prithviraj S. Kothari, Chairman, JITO Apex; said, JITO Connect 2025, the flagship event of Jain International Trade Organisation, is proudly being hosted in Hyderabad, chosen over top metros like Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Kolkata. The event aims to extend the reach of JITO’s impactful initiatives to the people. Some of the key in the pipeline are the launch of the JITO Forum for youth, JITO Premier League (JPL) modelled after IPL, during the JITO Connect 2025 and a preview of the World Jain Economic Forum, set for a grand launch in Dubai this December. Recognizing the community’s lack of political influence despite significant contributions, JITO is also proposing the formation of a Jain Welfare Board to voice collective concerns, especially around minority status benefits. JITO Connect 2025 marks a bold step towards uniting, empowering, and elevating the Jain community nationally and globally.

Shri Vijay Bhandari, President, JITO Apex; said, JITO Connect is the Mahakumbh of JITO. When I was Chairman in 2016, the strength of JITO was 12000, but today the membership is around 50000. JITO Connect 2025, at Hyderabad, is all set to create history.

Shri Lalit Kumar Dangi, Secretary General, JITO Apex, said, JITO Connect is more than just an event, it’s a powerful mission driven by the energy of youth, the strength of women, and the commitment of our social service wings. JITO Connect 2015, marks a turning point, set to chart a bold new direction for JITO. JITO represents a progressive thought process, one rooted in unity, vision, and impact. At its core lies a singular objective of inclusive economic empowerment. It’s about creating opportunities, building networks, and shaping a future where prosperity is shared by all.

Shri Gautam Pokarna, Founder, JITO, Hyderabad; said; we will make JITO Connect 2025, the most successful and memorable event ever.

Shri Rohit Kothari, Chairman, JITO, Hyderabad; said, its 18 years since JITO was formed in Hyderabad, but this is the first time JITO Connect 2025 will be organised in Hyderabad.

Shri Lalith Chopra, Chief Secretary, JITO, Hyderabad; said, we have lot of exciting initiatives in the pipeline, including JITO Connect 2025 and beyond.

The evening featured the grand launch of key verticals of Biz-Connect under the JITO Business Network (JBN); JITO Golf Cup; Jain Pavilion Themed around Youth, Innovation, and the Future. JITO Connect 2025 will also spotlight cutting-edge domains like Artificial Intelligence, Startups (JIIF, JITEM), and Sectoral Focus Zones. Stall bookings and sponsorship avenues were officially opened on the occasion.

JITO is focused to set industry benchmarks for sustainable business growth and greater economic empowerment driven by ‘Aarthik Sudradhata, Shiksha and Seva’. We seek to inspire and facilitate opportunities and networking platforms for men, women and aspiring youth, providing them with a steppingstone for better business outcomes, collaborations for breakthrough ideas and innovation for business success.

JITO Hyderabad takes pride in announcing the much-awaited launch of its grandest venture “The Bridal Story” – one of the most luxe, extravagant and unique wedding exhibitions curated by the JITO Ladies Wing, which will travel worldwide. There are 4 Designers Deepthi Reddy, Wrickie Angrish, Rosy Ahluwalia and Pallavi Jaipur, showcasing their work.

The driving force behind this spectacular initiative is the spirited team of JITO Hyderabad, led by Rohit Kothari, Chairman; Lalith Chopra, Chief Secretary; Vishal Anchaliya, Treasurer; B. L. Bhandari, Vice Chairman, TNAPTS Zone & Convenor; Sushil Sancheti, Co-Convenor and Ronak Singhi and Ankit Bhutoria, Event Coordinators.

JITO Connect 2025 is poised to be a game-changing celebration of entrepreneurship, community synergy, and future readiness, setting a bold benchmark for business and leadership ecosystems across India. Title sponsor of the event is Holiday Bazar, Jewellery Sponsor is Shivraj Laxmichand Jewellers.