Glancing over the Islamic History we come to know that first exhibition was held in sacred city of Makkah on the eve of Hajj. People of different races came to Makkah and displayed their quality products in an excellent manner on the streets of Makkah around the Holy Ka'aba. It gave boost in selling of their products. Thereafter this idea traveled across the borders of Makkah to the different parts of the world and Exhibitions were being arranged in African, Asian, European and American continents with changing modern styles.
In, past many exhibitions were arranged indifferent cities of Pakistan, for attracting the attentions of foreign as well as local buyers. No doubt Gujranwala is a famous industrial city of Pakistan, producing different kinds of quality products according to international standard, which are being exported to many countries around the world. Demand of our products in foreign markets is increasing day by day. Keeping in view the importance of Exhibitions for the exposure of local products, the Gujranwala Chamber of Commerce and Industry had, for the first time in the history of Gujranwala, organized a marvelous event, 'Made in Gujranwala 2001'. It was an instant success. After the success of its second event last year, the Gujranwala Chamber of Commerce and Industry looks forward to its third such event with unequalled zeal and eagerness.
The event is again being held in Gulshan-e-Iqbal Park, G.T. Road, Gujranwala. Foreign Diplomatic Missions and Commercial Officers in Pakistan have already been invited to participate in this grand exhibition. The representatives of National Dailies, Radio and Television, High Ranking Civil and Military officers and prominent businessmen and industrialists of the country are invited so that the products of Gujranwala could be introduced to all corners of Pakistan for boosting its exports. Other than this grand Exhibition of almost 20, days, there are several different programs planned for public interest which include fire works, several musical shows, wrestling competitions and many more things. Most importantly, there is no ticket to these programs and are free of cost.
For the successful organization of such a big event, several committees were formed under President GCCI Mr. Khawaja Tahir Hassan. Chairman of Organizing committee was Mr. Sheikh Muhammad Naseem and he is seconded by Mr. Sheikh Muhammad Aslam, Vice Chairman Organizing Committee. There are several senior members who work along for the success of this mega event.
Local Industries of Wazirabad
Wazirabad is internationally famous for its fine quality cutlery products such as
• Hunting knives,
• Pocket knives,
• Daggers,
• Swords,
• Axes,
• Utensils,
Wazirabad also produces export quality rice. The villages of Wazirabad Tehsil, such as Bharoki Cheema, Ghakka Mitter, Hardo Saharan, Kheway Wali, Dhaunkal, Kaylaskay Cheema, Kot Jaffer, Rasool Nagar, Ali Pur Chatta, Manchar Chatta, Mandiala Chatta, and Saloke Chatta,Kot Qazi, are famous for this crop. These villages are also major producers of Sugarcane.
Important industries of Gujranwala
In Gujranwala different industries are working in various fields. For instance, cotton, silky and woolen textile, rice mills, vegetable oil mills, industrial machinery, fan manufacturing, motor industry, washing machine industry of wooden work, electric goods, poultry feed, soap, ball point, rubber tire and tube, metal utensils, melamine utensils, cutlery ,Storage Equipment, kitchen ware, ceramics tiles, sanitary wares and sanitary fittings and steel pipe industry etc. are included.
Major Exports of Gujranwala
Rice, textiles, carpets, transformers, garments, goods of glass, electric fans, sanitary fittings, surgical equipment, hosiery, leather products, metal utensils, and auto parts sanitary wares and sanitary fittings etc.
