Mumbai, January, 2014: Plastindia Foundation, which has worked ceaselessly over the past 25 years has announced the launch of the 9th avatar of Plastindia 2015 with the vision of taking the industry forward on its path as one of the fastest growing sectors in the Industry. The plastics industry was present in full strength at the launch, with industry reflecting optimism that the resilience displayed in the past 25 years by the industry will ensure its success and see it reach new heights and meet and overcome future challenges. Each of them believed that India is one of the fastest growing markets for Plastics in the World.

Plastindia 2015, which is among the top three international platforms for the Plastics Industry, was formally launched by Mr Avinash Joshi, IAS, Joint Secretary -Petrochemicals Division, Department of Chemicals & Petrochemicals, Ministry of Chemical and Fertilizers - Government of India in the presence of the Guest of Honour, Mr Nirmal Thakkar (Managing Director of TIPCO Industries). Also present on the dais were Shri Subhash Kadakia, President Plastindia Foundation; Mr J R Shah - Chairman, National Executive Council, Mr L K Singh, Co-Chairman - National Executive Council, Mr Rajeev Chitalia - Vice President and Mr Rajiv Raval, Honourable Treasurer.

The ninth edition of Plastindia 2015 to be held from February 5-10, 2015 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, is supported by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers and will be one of the three largest shows in the plastics industry globally, with strong international participation Plastindia 2015, spread over 125,000 sq.m of area, will have over 2000 exhibitors from over 40 countries and over 150,000 business visitors.

Joining hands with the Plastindia Foundation, the apex body of major associations, organizations and institutions, including Government & semi government organizations associated with plastics are major internationally acclaimed partners such as Messe Dusseldorf, EUROMAP - The European Plastics and Rubber Manufacturers Association, the British Plastics Federation, Adsale Exhibition Services, Messes Pilatus International Co among others. The Foundation's main objective is to promote the development and growth of the Indian Plastics Industry in India and is dedicated to national progress through plastics.

PlastIndia Foundation is the apex body of major associations, organisations, and institutions connected with plastics including government and semi-government organisations.