Considering the escalating pandemic as well as domestic and international travel restrictions imposed by the Indian government, rescheduling the trade fair is a strategic decision, which was made after evaluating the market situation in the wake of the effect of the coronavirus pandemic.

Bhupinder Singh, CEO, bC Expo India Pvt. Ltd. said of the decision to reschedule: "We have arrived at the decision to postpone bauma CONEXPO INDIA after thorough market assessment and consultation with our key stakeholders. The postponement is in the best interest of the exhibitors and visitors."

The decision was supported by Arvind K. Garg, chairman, bauma CONEXPO INDIA - task force and executive vice president and head, Construction and Mining Machinery Business at Larsen & Toubro Ltd. added: "We are in an unprecedented situation that has affected our industry significantly. This decision to reschedule bauma CONEXPO INDIA, is in accordance with the feedback we received from both our important stakeholders—exhibitors and customers."

Mu Moahan, president of Builders Association of India (BAI) concluded: "Rescheduling bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2020 will enable exhibitors and visitors from across the country to participate in the trade fair without any complications. The postponement is although more welcome, as BAI National Members Meet can be planned alongside with bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2021 with maximum participation from pan India."