The Business Line-CAI Expo (Construction, Architecture and Interior Expo)-2019 has attracted over 65 companies and service-providers to the three-day event that was inaugurated at Hitex Exhibition Centre here on Friday.
The event, which sees the convergence of companies from the construction sector, and designers, is being hosted by I Ads & Events Group.
After inaugurating the expo, Chitra Ramachandran, Special Chief Secretary, Housing, Telangana, said, “The construction industry is a crucial driver of the economy. Apart from being a revenue-generator and an employer for millions, it paves way for a number of industries. The expo hosted by The Hindu Business Line is timely as it provides insights into new and innovative products”.
As a top official overseeing the Telangana housing sector and taking up innovative projects, Ms. Chitra Ramachandran interacted with a number of participants at the expo seeking to explore how some of these products may be considered in future projects.
Going round the stalls along with T. Krishna Prasad, DGP and Chairman, Road Safety Authority, she sought insights into some of the innovative products such as husk and saw dust-based construction material and lighting options, both domestic and outdoor, and launched a Farm Robot on the occasion.
R. Chalapathi Rao, National President-Elect, Naredco; Mir Nasir Ali, MD, MAK Projects; M. Venkateshwarlu, President of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry; Anirudh Gupta, Chairman, BAI; and Nagesh Vishwanatham, President of HMA were among others who participated in the inaugural function.
Most of the products on display by various companies show a general trend towards building materials and eco-friendly technologies and sustainability. The general theme is well-aligned with the growing green building concept, finding favour among many consumers.
The seventh edition of the annual event enables participants to showcase the best creations, and discover innovative products and services, while providing a platform for them to share new ideas.
