Dhaka:The 21st National Furniture Fair 2026 officially commenced on Tuesday at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in Dhaka. The five-day event is organized by the Bangladesh Furniture Shilpa Malik Samity (BFSMS) and managed by the Design and Technology Centre (DTC).
According to United News of Bangladesh, the fair features products from 44 leading furniture companies, displayed across 323 stalls. Participating brands include Akhtar, Hatil, Brothers, Nadia, Ayoto, Omega, JMG, Navana, Athenus, Partex, Regal, and Legasis. The event highlights furniture exclusively manufactured in Bangladesh, offering customers discounts of up to 15 percent. Additionally, a children's art competition is part of the opening-day activities.
The opening ceremony was graced by Mohammad Hasan Arif, Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB), as the Chief Guest. Special Guests included Md. Fazlul Haque, Administrator of FBCCI, and Dr. K. M. Akhtaruzzaman, President of the Bangladesh Furniture Exporters Association. The ceremony was presided over by Selim H. Rahman, Chairman of BFSMS.
Chief Guest Mohammad Hasan Arif emphasized the significant potential of the furniture industry, highlighting the importance of focusing on quality and design to tap into new export markets. BFSMS Chairman Selim H. Rahman stressed the need for investment in quality, design, and technology, along with improving access to finance and developing a skilled workforce to advance the industry.
Alhaj Sheikh Abdul Awal, Vice Chairman of BFSMS and Convener of the Fair Committee, pointed out that the fair provides manufacturers with an excellent opportunity to showcase their latest designs directly to consumers, aiding buyers in comparing brands and selecting suitable furniture.
The fair will remain open from October 27 to 31, daily from 1000 AM to 900 PM, at ICCB's Hall 2 (Pushpoguchcho), Hall 3 (Rajdarshan), and Hall 4 (Nabaratri). Entry is free for all visitors, with media partners ATN Bangla, Kalbela, and Access Infotech supporting the event.