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The sweep of innovation greets you before the people do. Just a few steps into the exhibition hall of Clean India Show 2025 and it feels like a glimpse of the future that India has been quietly building. Manka Behl, Principal Correspondent and Keerthana Sundar, Special Correspondent bring you a detailed show report. Read on…
Autonomous machines move without pause, AI systems document every cleaning action, field automation platforms replace manual scheduling, digital maps upgrade public sanitation, robots support frontline teams, and high efficiency laundry hubs deliver hygiene as a measurable outcome.
The 21st edition of the Clean India Show, held from November 26 to 28 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre and co-located with Laundrex India, brought together more than 600 brands and 154 exhibitors, including over 45 first-time participants. The inauguration, attended by leaders from the cleaning, facility management and manufacturing sectors. When the stalls finally had to be dismantled, the count of visitors stood at a phenomenal 8,762. They had come from 268 cities across 18 countries.
Chairman of Virtual Info Systems Pvt Ltd Jayaraman Nair noted that the platform continues to highlight technologies that are shaping the future of cleaning in India, while Messe Frankfurt Asia Holdings Ltd Executive Director Raj Manek emphasised the growing strength of collaboration between global and Indian innovators.
This spirit of innovation was reflected across the show floor, where Made in India solutions took a prominent place. Domestic manufacturers now offer faster service, better accountability and solutions that understand local needs. Interestingly, there was growing interest from Tier 2, 3 and 4 cities.
Automation and AI systems drew attention. Drone cleaning reflected this shift clearly. As Mikhil Kotak of KTV Drones India explained, the market no longer needs education on what drones do. Buyers from real estate, FM, solar EPC and commercial asset groups focussed on safety, productivity and lifecycle value.
Air care, once a peripheral category, showcased its new importance in shaping wellness and brand experience. Alpine drew strong interest here. Organisations are increasingly judged by how their spaces look, feel and smell.
Laundry solutions highlighted a similar evolution in buyer expectations. Customers, especially in hill stations and small cities, now want machines that keep operations moving and not just that clean. Predictable operating costs, warranty backed reliability, strong service networks and consistent throughput are critical factors for buyers.
In the hygiene consumables segment, Sterling Hygiene introduced advanced fibre blended tissues designed for higher strength, softness and absorbency. Buyers from catering and hospitality showed keen interest in products that deliver a premium experience while remaining economical and hygienic.
Sustainability was another strong theme. Eco Spindles stood out with a fully integrated recycling chain that supports verifiable circularity. Their message was simple and direct: Cleaning products should not generate another environmental burden. IFB added to the narrative through machines designed to lower water consumption, reduce energy use and extend linen life.
Together, these developments signalled a clear direction. The market is maturing, expanding into new geographies and shifting to solutions that offer reliability, data visibility, faster service and long-term value. Clean India Show 2025 showcased not only the products shaping this transition but the mindset driving it, marking another step in the evolution of India’s cleaning and hygiene landscape.