Industry leaders, printers, and technology providers gathered in Chennai during Bharat Print Expo 2026

The National Awards For Excellence in Print (NAEP) & Global Print Excellence Awards (GPEA) 2026 took place on 28th April 2026 in Chennai alongside Bharat Print Expo 2026. The event was organised by the All India Federation of Master Printers in association with ReEnvision Events Private Limited.

The awards ceremony was attended by industry stakeholders from the print and packaging sector and featured recognition across multiple categories related to print quality, technology, sustainability, and production standards.

The event was attended by Guest of Honour Mr. AV Anoop, an Indian entrepreneur, social worker, actor, author, film producer, and Managing Director of the AVA Group, associated with brands including Medimix and businesses in personal care, spices, and Ayurvedic healthcare.

The awards highlighted developments taking place across India’s print and packaging industry, including increasing focus on technology adoption, production precision, sustainability, and innovation.

“The NAEP & GPEA Awards represent more than recognition—they reflect the discipline, innovation, and continuous improvement that define this industry. Every winning entry this year demonstrated how far Indian print has come in terms of creativity, precision, and global competitiveness,” said Saubhagyanidhi Seksaria, Chairman, NAEP & GPEA 2026.

“What makes this platform special is the way it brings the entire industry together to celebrate excellence. It is not just about competition, but about contribution—each participant is helping shape the future of print and packaging in India,” said Anil Arora, Director, ReEnvision Events Pvt. Ltd.

Among the participants, JAK Printers Pvt. Ltd. secured more than 60 awards, while Spectrum received over 50 awards. CDC Printers and several other companies were also recognised across different categories.

The awards evening also served as a networking platform for printers, converters, technology providers, and brand owners. Industry representatives participated in discussions and interactions during the event.

Held alongside Bharat Print Expo 2026, the awards formed part of a broader industry platform combining exhibitions, business engagement, and recognition programmes. Bharat Print Expo 2026 focused on print technologies and industry developments, while the awards recognised achievements across the sector.

Organisers stated that NAEP & GPEA will continue to be held alongside future editions of Bharat Print Expo. The next edition, Bharat Print Expo 2027 with the NAEP & GPEA 2027 Awards, is scheduled to take place in May in Bengaluru.