Following the success of its inaugural edition in Hyderabad last year, India Art Fair brought the second edition of IAF EDI+IONS to Ahmedabad yesterday. Reaffirming the fair’s commitment to expanding its regional footprint and strengthening art ecosystems across South Asia, the showcase officially opened its doors at the century-old Baronet House (Sanjay MS Raval Skill Centre) in the historic Shahibaug neighborhood.
Running through September 20, the event brings together 18 leading galleries—including 5 based in Ahmedabad—2 design participants, and 1 institution. The showcase transforms one of the city’s most distinctive Indo-Gothic heritage landmarks into a platform for contemporary artistic exchange.
A Platform for Local and Regional Legacy
Ms. Meha Patel, Vice Chairperson of the Zydus Foundation and art connoisseur, highlighted the significance of the event for the local cultural landscape:
“IAF EDI+IONS arriving in Ahmedabad is significant because it connects with the city’s deep-rooted creative instinct. With its rich textile history, design pedigree, and architectural ambition, Ahmedabad does not need an introduction to the art world; it needs a platform that allows its existing depth to speak to a wider audience. By supporting IAF EDI+IONS, Zydus Foundation hopes to create greater visibility, market access, and meaningful opportunities for local and aspiring artists, artisans, and craftspeople.”
Jaya Asokan, Fair Director, India Art Fair, added:
“After an incredibly encouraging first edition in Hyderabad, we are excited to bring IAF EDI+IONS to Ahmedabad and continue building a format that responds to the distinct cultural character of each city it enters. At its heart, EDI+IONS is about bringing people together around art and culture, strengthening regional ecosystems, and creating meaningful opportunities for exchange beyond our annual fair in Delhi.”
Hardeep Singh Brar, President and CEO, BMW Group India, commented:
“BMW Group India is delighted to continue its partnership with India Art Fair as the Presenting Partner of India Art Fair EDI+IONS Ahmedabad. Ahmedabad, with its rich artistic and architectural heritage, spirit of craftsmanship, and culture of innovation, provides a compelling setting for this next chapter.”
Program Highlights and City-Wide Events
The weekend program opened yesterday, Friday, 18 September, with a series of city-wide Gallery Walkthroughs across Ahmedabad’s pioneering gallery spaces:
- 079 | STORIES ART GALLERY: Artist Khanjan Dalal presented Truth is Stranger Than Fiction, a sculptural series in ceramics.
- Iram Modern: Showcased No Single Ground, bringing together a selection of works by modern masters.
- Archer Art Gallery: Featured Parikrama, a solo presentation by Ganesh Gohain celebrating the artist’s 60th birthday with works reflecting his life across Gujarat, Arunachal Pradesh, and Assam.
- MCAA & GALLERYSKE Collaboration: Opened yesterday at the Satellite Venue of the Museum of Contemporary Art Ahmedabad (MCAA), presenting I Dwell in Possibility, a major exhibition merging contemporary art, furniture, plants, music, books, and text.
At the main venue, outdoor installations are on display by Samara Art Gallery and the Public Arts Trust of India (PATI). Design showcases include Studio Renn (wearable jewelry art) and Ashiesh Shah (wabi-sabi-inspired design and architecture).
Exhibitors List
079 | STORIES ART GALLERY (Ahmedabad) · Akar Prakar (New Delhi / Kolkata) · Archer Art Gallery (Ahmedabad) · Ashiesh Shah (Mumbai) · Ashvita’s (Chennai / Dubai) · Chatterjee & Lal (Mumbai) · Experimenter (Kolkata / Mumbai) · Iram Modern (Ahmedabad) · LATITUDE 28 (New Delhi) · Nature Morte (New Delhi / Mumbai) · Public Arts Trust of India (PATI) (Jodhpur) · PHOTOINK (New Delhi) · Samara Art Gallery (Ahmedabad) · Shrine Empire (New Delhi) · Studio Renn (Mumbai) · Threshold Art Gallery (New Delhi) · Vadehra Art Gallery (New Delhi) · ZOCA (Ahmedabad)
Partnerships & Next Steps
IAF EDI+IONS Ahmedabad is presented in partnership with BMW India in its 11th year of collaboration with India Art Fair, alongside House of Umrao as Signature Partner, and programming partners including Zydus Foundation, Kanoria Centre for Arts, Kasturbhai Lalbhai Museum, MCAA, Raw Mango, and Architectural Digest (AD).
Following the close of the Ahmedabad edition tomorrow, the 18th edition of the flagship India Art Fair will take place at the NSIC Grounds in New Delhi from 4–7 February 2027.
