India Commits Rs 400 Crore for Osaka World Expo 2025 Participation

The Indian government has allocated Rs 400 crore for its participation in the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan. An India Pavilion will be established, with an estimated expenditure of Rs 300 crore for 2024-25 and Rs 100 crore for 2025-26. The event aims to showcase India's industrial prowess, promote exports, and generate significant opportunities for numerous sectors within the country.

The Indian government has earmarked Rs 400 crore for its participation in the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, slated to run for six months starting April 13 next year.

According to the Budget document, an India Pavilion will be set up at the expo, with an estimated expenditure of Rs 300 crore in 2024-25 and Rs 100 crore in 2025-26.

Participating in this global event will provide India with a platform to forge international connections, showcase its industrial strength, and promote exports, according to official sources. The India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO) has been appointed as the nodal agency for the event.

The expo, known for bringing together global innovations, began with the 1851 Great Exhibition in London and has previously showcased inventions like the telephone and the microwave.

The document also mentions the Pradhan Mantri Cha Shramik Protsahan Yojana (PMCSPY), finalized for implementation in 2024-25 and 2025-26, aimed at improving education and health services for tea workers in Assam and West Bengal.