Why in News:

=> Jharkhand State Industries Department officials informed that Jharkhand will be the 'Focus State' along with Uttar Pradesh at the upcoming India International Trade Fair (IITF) at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

• Bihar will play the role of a 'Partner State' in this fair.

Key Points:

=> IITF is an annual event, which could not be held last year due to the Covid-induced restrictions.

• This year it will be held from November 14 to November 27, 2021 at Pragati Maidan in the national capital.

=> This will be the 40th edition of IITF organized by India Trade Promotion Organisation.

=> According to sources in the state industry department, at least 35 stalls have been allotted to Jharkhand in this international fair to showcase various business opportunities in the state.

=> Some of the stalls from Jharkhand in the fair will focus on mining, information technology, forest conservation, tourism and tribal handicrafts.

=> Khadi stalls and other stalls will also be set up by Jharkhand Silk Textile and Handicraft Development Corporation Limited (Jharcraft).

=> Officials said the fair will help Jharkhand achieve global exposure and improve its future business prospects.

=> Jharkhand's culture, art and industrial expertise will be showcased in the fair, giving the state an opportunity to make a mark on the global map for business.