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Last Date for submission of quotations: March 2, 2026 (11:00 hrs.)

Last date for submission: 16 February, 2026 (till 11:00 hrs)

77th Republic Day of India 

Venue : 5 Bakht Street, Yakkasaray District, Tashkent – 100059

Date : Monday, 26 January 2026

Time : 09:00 hrs (please reach by 08:45 hrs)

SEAFOOD EXPO BHARAT (SEB) 2026

01–03 July 2026 | Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai, India

Organized by
THE MARINE PRODUCTS EXPORT DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (MPEDA)
Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Govt. of India

Seafood Expo Bharat 2026 (SEB 2026) is a premier annual seafood expo in Asia, hosted by the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA), nodal agency of Government of India to promote of seafood exports from India. SEB 2026 serves as a global platform for Indian seafood producers, processors, exporters, international buyers, hatchery operators, farmers and feed manufacturers, aquaculture / seafood processing machinery suppliers, inputs manufacturers and technology providers, as well as government agencies, researchers, and industry innovators to showcase, explore and collaborate. SEB 2026 provide wide opportunities to discover advancements in aquacultureproduction, processing, traceability, quality, and sustainability, while forging meaningful trade partnerships to propel India’s seafood exports to new heights.

Exhibit in India’s Largest Seafood

India: A Global Seafood Powerhouse with its extensive coastline and thriving aquaculture sector, India is a top global producer and exporter of seafood, providing high-quality products to over 130 countries.

Exhibitors gain direct access to Indian aquaculture and seafood sector under one roof to promote technology, machinery for production / processing / testing, inputs and ingredients for processing, logistics, hatchery / aquaculture sector, Indian seafood processors / exporters international buyers, targeted B2B meetings, and high-impact visibility across the global seafood value chain.

Exhibitors benefit with networking with Indian aquaculture sector – Hatchery operators, Aqua farmers, Feed mill operators, Indian Seafood Processors/Exporters, invited seafood importers, targeted B2B meeting, product showcase opportunities, brand exposure, and access to policy makers, technology innovators, and logistics partners—helping drive new partnerships, market expansion, and enhanced competitiveness in global trade.

Why Attend SEB?

• Engage with India’s top aquaculture production and seafood processing sector.
• Explore innovative technologies and sustainable practices.
• Access exclusive B2B networking and high-quality suppliers.
• Experience the vibrant coastal culture and cuisine of Chennai, the gateway to South India.

For more details and Stall Registration – fairs@mpeda.gov.in; asokkumar@mpeda.gov.in

Reverse Buyer–Seller Meet (RBSM)

Seafood Expo Bharat 2026 will feature a dynamic Reverse Buyer–Seller Meet (RBSM), a flagship component of MPEDA’s legacy of excellence offering a premium business lounge that showcases India’s seafood ecosystem and export potential.

RBSM is one of the key highlights of SEB 2026. It is a structured business-matching program designed to facilitate direct, one-on-one B2B meetings between international seafood importers and leading Indian seafood exporters.

This exclusive one-to-one B2B meeting enables buyers to exploreseafood sourcing opportunities, understand India’s fish and fishery product capabilities, and build long-term partnerships.

Find your partner in India, with state-of-the-art processing facilities and competitive labor costs, to serve as a processing hub for reprocessing, value addition, and re-export, putting it on par with key players like China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Assistance provided to invited buyers

• Visa invitation support.
• Airfare reimbursement up to USD 2,000.
• Airport pick-up & drop.
• Complimentary hotel accommodation, local transportation, and hospitality.
• Pre-planned Seafood processing plant and aquaculture farm visits.
• Interpretation/translation support (on request).

For more details on RBSM Registration – b2bmeets@mpeda.gov.in; asokkumar@mpeda.gov.in

Join us at India’s most impactful Seafood Expo – Seafood Expo Bharat 2026
Website – www.seafoodexpobharat.com
Phone – +91 484 2311901, +91 484 2321722, +91 484 2311979
Mob. – +91 7276009600

Scholarship Programme for Diaspora Children (SPDC)

1. This is with reference to the announcement regarding the forthcoming edition of the Scholarship Programme for Diaspora Children (SPDC) of Ministry of External Affairs.

2. Under the SPDC scheme, Children of Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs)/ Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) and those of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) who are pursuing Undergraduate courses in Indian Universities/Institutes are extended financial assistance towards Tuition fees, Admission fees and post admission charges. The SPDC Scheme, launched in 2006-2007, awards Scholarships to children of all Indian diaspora members with 50% of such scholarships reserved for female applicants in each category. Medical students pursuing UG courses have also been brought under the purview of the Scheme.

3. Ministry seeks to announce the launch of the next edition of the SPDC Programme for the academic year 2025-26 for the Children of NRIs/PIOs/OCIs pursuing Undergraduate courses in different disciplines in India. A copy of the SPDC guidelines for 2025-26, application, are is attached for your kind reference please.

• SPDC Guidelines
• SPDC Application Form
• SPDC Flyer

The Embassy of India, Tashkent, advises all Indian nationals intending to work in Uzbekistan that a mandatory Work Visa must be secured from the Embassy of Uzbekistan in India before commencing travel. All prospective applicants are urged to ensure that they possess a valid Work Permit before accepting any employment and travelling to Uzbekistan.

Key Points regarding Work Permit in Uzbekistan:

1. Work Visa is Mandatory: Any Indian national intending to work in the Republic of Uzbekistan must enter the country on a Work Visa, which is obtained based on a valid work permit and sponsorship from a legally registered entity (employer).
2. Visa Fraud Alert: Be highly suspicious of any recruiter, agency, or individual who advises you to travel to Uzbekistan on a Tourist Visa or any other type of visa with the promise of changing it to a work visa after arrival. (This is often a key indicator of employment fraud).
3. How to Apply for a Work Visa: Legitimate applicants should apply for a Work Visa directly at the Embassy of Uzbekistan in India with the required documentation, as listed at https://gov.uz/en/mfa/activity_page/o-zbekiston-respublikasi-vizasi .

4. Do Not make any payments to recruiters or agencies without the guarantee of the necessary legal documents for a Work Visa application.

5. Insist that the sponsoring entity provide all necessary paperwork for a Work Visa application before you travel.

Mandatory uploading of ICAO compliant photographs for availing passport services