Mumbai, 19th January, 2026 ( TGN ) – The much-anticipated Borivali Design Fair (BDF) 2026, hosted by Aditya Group of Institutions and supported by Title Sponsor Sumit Group, commenced on a high note today with a grand inaugural ceremony at Aditya College of Business Management, Borivali West, Mumbai.
The festival was formally inaugurated in the presence of distinguished dignitaries, including a respected MLA, along with academic leaders, industry representatives, and members of the community. The opening ceremony marked the beginning of a three-day celebration of design, innovation, culture, leadership, and community engagement, drawing enthusiastic participation from students, professionals, and local residents.
Day 1 witnessed a dynamic lineup of activities spanning creativity, competition, and cultural expression. The Design Thinking challenge and Mock Stock simulation set the tone for innovation and strategic thinking, while the Business Ideas platform encouraged young entrepreneurs to present scalable concepts before an expert audience. Parallelly, esports competitions and cultural showcases brought high energy and strong student engagement across the campus.
A key highlight of the day was the vibrant cultural programming under the broader BDF umbrella, creating an atmosphere of creativity and youthful expression through music, dance, fashion, theatre, and live performances. Community-focused initiatives such as free health and eye check-up camps, along with NGO and senior citizen engagement activities, also began today, reinforcing the festival’s commitment to social impact and inclusivity.
Speaking on the occasion, a spokesperson from Aditya Group of Institutions said, “Borivali Design Fair reflects our vision of building a platform where creativity, innovation, and community come together. The overwhelming response on Day 1 sets a strong tone for the upcoming days of the festival.”
With strong participation and vibrant energy marking the opening day, Borivali Design Fair 2026 now moves toward its upcoming highlights, including the Innovation Summit, Rangrays cultural showcase, and the much-anticipated CXO Meet, promising an engaging blend of ideas, creativity, and collaboration over the next two days.
