IMC Ladies’ Wing Women Entrepreneurs’ Exhibition – 60 Years of Empowering Women and 39 Years of Building an Ecosystem Where Entrepreneurs Thrive

Aug 3: Over the past sixty years, the IMC Ladies’ Wing has led the charge in uplifting women, fostering entrepreneurship, and building platforms that help women transform their dreams into thriving businesses.

Marking its Diamond Jubilee, the IMC Ladies’ Wing is delighted to announce the 39th IMC Ladies’ Wing Women Entrepreneurs’ Exhibition 2026, scheduled for August 25‑26, 2026 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai.

During its 39‑year history, the Women Entrepreneurs’ Exhibition has become one of India’s most respected and coveted venues for women‑run enterprises. Beyond a simple showcase, it functions as a dynamic ecosystem where concepts materialize, partnerships are formed, and women entrepreneurs gain the support to thrive.

The theme chosen for this year’s exhibition, “Bees and the Hive,” perfectly reflects the ethos of the IMC Ladies’ Wing’s journey.

A single bee starts the journey; collectively they construct a hive where remarkable achievements unfold.

While one bee may initiate the flight, it is the combined strength of the hive that yields something extraordinary. Each bee adds its distinct talents to forge a robust, flourishing community. Likewise, every woman entrepreneur contributes her individual vision, creativity, and resolve to a wider entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The hive embodies the core of the IMC Ladies’ Wing—a network where women unite to support, mentor, collaborate, and inspire each other. It honors the conviction that success is never solitary; it emerges from partnerships, shared experiences, and the remarkable power of women lifting one another.

This aligns closely with the Presidential theme for the year, “Multiplying Impact.” Women inherently act as multipliers of knowledge, networks, and influence. When they gather, their dialogues move beyond mere transactions to become rich exchanges of experiences, viewpoints, obstacles, and remedies. One woman’s story can ignite confidence, spark fresh ideas, or reshape another’s path, sending ripples that extend well beyond the individual.

“Together, ‘Bees and the Hive’ and ‘Multiplying Impact’ embody the essence of the IMC Ladies’ Wing. Just as each bee fortifies the hive, each woman entrepreneur enriches our ecosystem via collaboration, mentorship, innovation, and shared triumph. When women unite, they do more than launch businesses—they amplify opportunities, knowledge, confidence, and ultimately, magnify impact.”

This year’s Exhibition is set to be our most vibrant edition ever, gathering more than 300 women entrepreneurs from across India to present a thoughtfully curated mix of fashion, lifestyle, handcrafted goods, home décor, gourmet treats, wellness items, and innovative brands that honor both tradition and modernity.”– Ms. Anita Chouhan, President, IMC Ladies’ Wing

“By deepening our dedication to fostering talent and innovation, the IMC Ladies’ Wing is delighted to partner with the Fashion Design Council of India, enabling eligible women members and students to participate. This collaboration opens doors for emerging entrepreneurs and designers to display their creativity and engage with industry leaders.

The Exhibition has consistently aimed to generate impact that extends beyond commerce. Staying true to this vision, the IMC Ladies’ Wing continues to offer complimentary stalls to NGOs and social enterprises, providing them a valuable platform to present their products, initiatives, and missions. This effort underscores our conviction that entrepreneurship should be inclusive and that uplifting communities coincides with building thriving businesses.” – Ms. Pallavi Sahney Sharma, Chairperson, WE Exhibition 2026 Committee

“Entrepreneurship can shape not only economies but also the legacy we leave for future generations. Central to this year’s Exhibition is a pledge to sustainability, mindful innovation, and responsible business practices. From vegan and eco‑friendly brands to eco‑printed textiles and environmentally sound products, we highlight entrepreneurs who demonstrate that purpose and profitability can coexist. The Exhibition itself embodies these principles by employing green energy, managing waste responsibly, launching recycling programs, and striving to neutralize its carbon footprint. We hope each visitor departs inspired to believe that meaningful change starts with the everyday choices we make.” – Ms. Juveca Panda Chheda, Co‑Chairperson, WE Exhibition 2026 Committee

As the IMC Ladies’ Wing marks six decades of empowering women and nearly four decades of cultivating an entrepreneurial ecosystem, the Women Entrepreneurs’ Exhibition serves as proof of community’s transformative force. It honors every woman who dared to start, every entrepreneur who persisted, and every dream that took flight thanks to the hive’s support.

When women unite with purpose and passion, they achieve far more than building businesses—they forge communities, create opportunities, and craft a future where extraordinary outcomes become possible.