1st Edition 2026
Recognising Excellence for Transformation, Sustainability & Innovation
Introduction
India's manufacturing sector is a foundation of industrial and economic growth. It creates employment, strengthens supply chains, contributes to exports and import substitution, expands industrialisation across Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities and advances the vision of a globally competitive, developed India.
Indian manufacturers continue to strengthen capacity and capability in quality, productivity, design, product development, intellectual property, innovation and commercialisation. Enterprises are converting manufacturing units into smart factories and preparing for the opportunities and competition associated with Industry 5.0.
India is emerging as a major production base for electronics, semiconductors, electricals, automotive, defence, engineering, metals, textiles, packaging, speciality chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food processing, energy, sports goods, environmental equipment, healthcare and allied industrial products and services.
Initiated by
MEAIndia invites nominations from interested members and selected non-members for the India Manufacturing Excellence Awards.
Support for manufacturers, corporates, MNCs, SMEs, exporters and allied sectors in growth, exports, industrial setup, finance, investment, mergers, acquisitions, FDI, distribution, franchise, joint ventures, technology transfer and contract manufacturing.
End-to-end guidance for industrial land and premises, private industrial parks, technology parks, warehouses, logistics parks and clusters, including access to suitable Government schemes, incentives and benefits.
Conferences, debates, interactive meetings, market research, studies, reports and white papers focused on manufacturing, SMEs, allied sectors, policies, schemes, incentives and industry issues.
Leadership
MEAIndia was founded by Mr. Chandrakant Salunkhe, who has remained at the forefront of business and industry-focused activities for more than 35 years.