28th
April 2026, Mumbai, Maharashtra : Smart Home Expo 2026 organised by Messe
Frankfurt Trade Fairs India and World Media & Expo LLP opened today at the
Jio World Convention Centre, reflecting the growing depth and maturity of
India’s smart living ecosystem.
Demand
is being driven across the value chain from real estate developers integrating
automation and energy-efficient systems offering security and comfort into new
projects, to architects and interior designers prioritising seamless,
design-led technology and consumers increasingly seeking connected, secure and
experience-driven homes. At the same time, as India advances towards smarter
infrastructure and manufacturing capabilities, the market is opening
significant opportunities for both domestic production and global
collaborations.
The show was
inaugurated in the presence of distinguished dignitaries, which included:
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CHIEF GUEST – Mr
Jimmy Mistry, Chairman, Della Group who noted:
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Ar Jignesh Modi, President, Indian Institute
of Interior Design (IIID) & Principal Architect at Jignesh Modi &
Associates
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Ms Wendy Griffiths, Senior Vice President
Membership & Global Development at (CEDIA) Custom Electronic Design and
Installation Association
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Mr Ketan Sheth, Chairperson, Indian Institute
of Interior Design, Mumbai Chapter (IIID) & Founder of Goldmine Project
Consultant
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Mr Pushkar Gokhale, Executive Vice President
& Business Head, Godrej Enterprises Group
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Ms Himani Gupta, Associate Vice President
(AVP), Havells India
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Mr Sumant Bhatia, General Manager, Havells
India
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Mr Richard O’Carroll, Senior Professional
Commercial Manager APAC, Sonos
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Mr Luv Malik, Partner, Luxury Personified
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Mr Sandeep Singh, Director, Smart Home Expo
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Mr Vinayak Paradkar, Director, Smart Home Expo
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Mr Johannes Möller, Group Show Director –
Building Technologies Shows, Messe Frankfurt GmbH
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Mr Raj Manek, Executive Director & Board
Member, Messe Frankfurt Asia Holdings Ltd
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Mr Winston Pereira, Executive Director, Messe
Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt Ltd
Speaking at the
inauguration, Chief Guest Mr Jimmy Mistry, Chairman, Della Group, noted:
“Technology and automation are interwoven for human-centric design, and what is
today’s luxury is going to be tomorrow’s necessity. This is only the beginning,
with mass adoption of automation now reaching rural India. India is very good
at leapfrogging, and no manufacturers can afford to overlook India as we move
rapidly at scale. Smart Home Expo is far bigger than imagined and is only going
to grow exponentially. It is unfair to judge it by footfalls, as the
transactions that will happen through this be far more significant. I think
this industry is poised for 20%–25% YoY growth and will continue to scale
ahead.”
Commenting
on the opening, Mr Sandeep Singh, Director, Smart Home Expo, shared: Smart Home
Expo has evolved into a comprehensive platform that reflects how technology,
design and user experience are converging in the smart living space. The strong
industry participation this year underscores the growing demand for integrated,
future-ready solutions in India.”
Adding
to this Mr Raj Manek, Executive Director & Board Member, Messe Frankfurt
Asia Holdings Ltd, noted: “India represents one of the fastest-growing markets
for smart home technologies globally, driven by rapid urbanisation and digital
adoption. Smart Home Expo 2026 highlights this momentum by bringing together
global innovation and domestic expertise under one roof.”
The
convergence of the industry where integrated automation systems, intelligent
lighting, immersive AV and smart security solutions highlight the shift towards
fully connected, future ready living environments. Bringing together 450+
brands and over 8,000 products, the expo highlights the rapid evolution of
India’s smart living ecosystem across home automation, lighting, security and
high-end audio-visual solutions. Participation from global markets such as
Belgium, China, Germany, United Kingdom, the United States of America,
Switzerland and Turkey further underscores India’s growing importance as a
high-growth destination for smart home technologies.
The
show floor features a wide spectrum of innovations – from integrated control
systems and KNX-based automation to immersive AV experiences, intelligent
lighting and energy management solutions. A key focus this year is the shift
towards seamless, design-led and invisible technology, where smart systems are
embedded into the architecture of homes, enhancing comfort, efficiency and user
experience without compromising aesthetics.
The
show also features dedicated experience zones, including the KNX-pavilion and
AV demo rooms, allowing visitors to engage with real -world applications of
smart living – cinematic home theatres to fully automated living environments.
Supported
by leading industry bodies such as the CEDIA and Indian institute of Interior
Designers, Smart Home Expo 2026 continues to serve as a vital platform for
knowledge exchange, collaboration and business opportunities across the
architecture, interior design and technology communities.
With
a strong lineup of partners and curated showcase of next-generation products,
the 2026 edition sets the tone for the future of connected living in India,
where innovation, design and functionality come together to shape smarter homes.
Press
information and photographic material
https://smarthomeexpo.in.messefrankfurt.com/mumbai/en.html
Press
Contacts
Messe
Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt Ltd
Viral
P Sanghvi | Manager – PR & Corporate Communications
+91 9930837978 | viral.sanghvi@india.messefrankfurt.com
Background
information on Messe Frankfurt
www.messefrankfurt.com/background-information
Sustainability
at Messe Frankfurt
www.messefrankfurt.com/sustainability-information
About
World Media and Expo LLP
Founded
in 2017 by seasoned professionals with a wealth of experience in the
exhibitions and publishing sector, World Media and Expo LLP has rapidly grown
to become a prominent player in the industry. Specialising in organising
international B2B trade fairs and publishing technology magazines, the company
is based in Mumbai, India. WME’s diverse exhibition portfolio encompasses
events in the following categories – Smart Home technology, Electric Vehicles,
Office solutions and Cosmetic Ingredients, providing valuable platforms for
industry stakeholders to connect and collaborate.
For
more information, please visit our website at:
https://www.worldmediaexpo.com
