BlissClub Founder Minu Margeret Alleges Discrimination Against Indians At Bharat Tex
Minu Margeret, the founder and CEO of BlissClub, has alleged that a stall at the Bharat Tex global textile event at Delhi’s Bharat Mandapam discriminated against local buyers by barring them from entering. The incident has sparked an online debate regarding the treatment of domestic buyers at major trade exhibitions.
Margeret claimed that the specific stall featured a makeshift board indicating that Indian buyers were not allowed inside. She also alleged that a person stationed at the stall actively prevented any Indian buyer from touching the merchandise.
Expressing her disappointment, Margeret questioned the ethics of the practice. "Not only have many of us faced discrimination while travelling to foreign countries, here is discrimination in our own," Margeret alleged. "At the @bharat_tex fair, here is a stall that does not let a brown skinned person enter their stall."
While Margeret acknowledged that the exhibitors might want to focus on exports, she questioned whether such exclusionary treatment was acceptable. As the owner of BlissClub, she noted that she felt disappointed seeing this treatment while on a mission to bring high-quality products to India.
The allegations quickly divided opinions on social media. Several attendees supported Margeret’s claims, sharing their own frustrating experiences at the event. One individual reported travelling eight hours to attend the exhibition, only to find that most exhibitors did not want to entertain the domestic market. Another visitor confirmed seeing the board, describing it as rude and weird to read as an Indian.
Conversely, some social media users defended the exhibitor's policy as a standard business strategy. Defenders argued that many manufacturers at Bharat Tex are entirely export-focused and work exclusively with international buyers. They noted that initiatives like "Make in India" encourage international brands to manufacture in India, aligning with a strong export orientation.
Supporters of the exhibitor also suggested that with extremely high footfall at the fair, businesses must manage their time and prioritise relevant enquiries. They argued the situation was likely a matter of time management rather than disrespect.
