Chief Patron
Smt. Sushila Devi Singhania
Chief Patron of the Merchants Chamber of Uttar Pradesh, continuing the legacy of the Singhania family's service to trade and industry.
In the service of trade, commerce and industry
A heritage of enterprise,
A heritage of enterprise,
since 1932.
One of India's oldest apex chambers, founded in Kanpur by Lala Kamlapat Singhania. For over nine decades, the bridge between business and government across Uttar Pradesh.
1932
Year of founding
Incorporated under Section 26 of the Indian Companies Act, 1913.
94+
Years of service
Continuous representation for merchants, traders and industry.
Apex
Trade and industry body
Strong national and international linkages from Uttar Pradesh.
Kanpur
Civil Lines, UP
Home of the Sir Padampat Singhania Auditorium and Chamber Hall.
An institution built to give Indian enterprise a voice. Working for industry, trade and society.
Merchants Chamber of Uttar Pradesh was established in 1932 by Late Lala Kamlapat Singhania with an objective of protecting the interests of Indian merchants, traders and businessmen during the British era. Today it is a proactive, dynamic apex organisation working at the grass-root level.
Important notices
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Announcements and updates
Venue for hire
Book the Sir Padampat Singhania Auditorium.
A beautifully designed auditorium with elegant interiors and acoustics, ideal for AGMs, seminars, conferences, and cultural programmes. The Dr. Gaur Hari Singhania Conference Hall, Annexe Hall and Front Covered Shed are also available for hire.
For availability, please contact (0512) 2531306 or +91 92086 37063
Who we are
A positive bridge between government and business.
It is one of the country's oldest non-government, not-for-profit organisations engaged in promoting and protecting trade, commerce and manufacturing in the state of Uttar Pradesh.
The Chamber has a history of acting as a positive bridge between the government and the business community, carrying the concerns of merchants and manufacturers into the rooms where policy is decided.
Today, the Chamber is a proactive and dynamic apex organisation working at the grass-root level, with strong national and international linkages. Through its research-based policy advocacy, it positively impacts the economic growth and development of the nation.
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Our patrons and leadership
Guided by legacy, led by vision.
Message from the President
Welcome to the Merchants Chamber of Uttar Pradesh, where we are passionately working towards shaping the Kanpur Vision. Kanpur, a city with a rich history and boundless potential, has always been at the heart of our endeavour.
Shri Abhishek Singhania, President
The Chamber continues to serve as a bridge between industry, trade and government, advocating for policies that uplift our business community and foster growth across Uttar Pradesh.
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What we do
Four pillars guide the Chamber's mission.
Across Uttar Pradesh and beyond, from the exporter's paperwork to the policy table.
Policy Advocacy
Representing the business community before State and Central governments on fiscal, regulatory and policy matters.
Member Services
Certificates of origin, document attestation, visa recommendations, and expert business advisory for members.
Start-up and Women
Championing women's empowerment and the promotion of start-ups as engines of new economic growth.
Government Liaison
A dependable bridge between the business community and policymakers for over nine decades.
Our purpose
The objects for which the Chamber is established.
To promote and protect the trade, commerce and manufacturers of India and the interest thereof, direct and indirect, and in particular the trade, commerce and manufacturers and the interests thereof in Uttar Pradesh.
To consider all questions connected with such trade, commerce and manufacturers and the interests thereof.
To promote or oppose legislative and other measures affecting in general such trade, commerce and manufacturers.
To collect and circulate statistics and other information relating to such trade, commerce and manufacturers.
For members and traders
Notifications and circulars.
Key regulatory updates relevant to trade and industry, compiled by the Chamber's secretariat.
DGFT
DGFT Notifications
Foreign trade policy notifications from the Directorate General of Foreign Trade.
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Excise Notifications
Central excise notifications and circulars affecting manufacturers across trade and industry.
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Customs Notifications
Tariff and non-tariff customs notifications affecting importers and exporters.
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Our journey
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Nine decades of legacy.
From the swadeshi movement to shaping modern trade policy, the Chamber has been there at every turning point.
1932
The Chamber is born
Founded by Lala Kamlapat Singhania. Incorporated under Section 26 of the Indian Companies Act, 1913.
1933
Representation in London
Led evidence before the Joint Select Parliamentary Committee on Indian Constitutional Reforms.
1957
Silver Jubilee
PM Jawaharlal Nehru inaugurated the celebrations and praised the Chamber's self-less devotion.
1966
Industrialisation of UP
Two-day seminar inaugurated by CM Smt. Sucheta Kripalani. Reports on 149 industries presented.
1987
Golden Jubilee
PM Smt. Indira Gandhi inaugurated the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Chamber.
2008
Platinum Jubilee
President of India Smt. Pratibha Devi Patil addressed the members at the celebrations.
2010
Founder's 125th birthday
PM Dr. Manmohan Singh graced the 125th birth anniversary of Lala Kamlapat Singhania.
2022
90th Year Celebrations
President of India Shri Ram Nath Kovind and Governor Smt. Anandiben Patel graced the event.
Recently held
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Events and engagements
30 Sep 2026Ceremony
Installation of the President and Vice President
The installation ceremony of Mr. Mayank Khanna as President and Mrs. Varsha Singhania as Vice President of the Merchants Chamber of Uttar Pradesh (MCUP) was held at the Status Club. The grand ceremony was attended by Chief Guest Mr. Rajeev Shukla, office-bearers of the organization, past presidents, and a large number of distinguished guests.
Status Club, Kanpur · 7 photographs · View in gallery
28 Sep 2026General Meeting
94th Annual General Meeting
The 94th Annual General Meeting of the Merchants Chamber of Uttar Pradesh was held in the Dr. Gaur Hari Singhania Auditorium. On this occasion, Mr. Mayank Khanna was unanimously elected President and Mrs. Varsha Singhania Vice President for the year 2026-27. Fifteen Council Members were also elected, and the Chamber's website was relaunched on the occasion.
Dr. Gaur Hari Singhania Auditorium, Kanpur · 4 photographs · View in gallery
23 Aug 2026Cultural
Mehfil-e-Ghazal
A grand musical evening by the Cultural Committee at the Sir Padampat Singhania Auditorium, graced by Sangeet Natak Akademi awardee Guru Yugantar Sindoor, with Mr. Devendra Pratap Singh, SDM, Unnao, as Chief Guest.
Merchants Chamber, Kanpur · 3 photographs · View in gallery
In the news
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From the Press Room
30 Sep 2026
Installation of President Mayank Khanna and Vice President Varsha Singhania
The installation ceremony of Mr. Mayank Khanna as President and Mrs. Varsha Singhania as Vice President of the Merchants Chamber of Uttar Pradesh (MCUP) was held at the Status Club. The grand ceremony was attended by Chief Guest Mr. Rajeev Shukla, office-bearers of the organization, past presidents, and a large number of distinguished guests.
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28 Sep 2026
94th AGM: Mayank Khanna elected President, Varsha Singhania Vice President
The 94th Annual General Meeting of the Merchants Chamber of Uttar Pradesh was held in the Dr. Gaur Hari Singhania Auditorium. On this occasion, Mr. Mayank Khanna was unanimously elected President and Mrs. Varsha Singhania Vice President for the year 2026-27.
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23 Aug 2026
Mehfil-e-Ghazal with Guru Yugantar Sindoor
The Cultural Committee of MCUP organized a grand special musical program, "Mehfil-e-Ghazal," at the Sir Padampat Singhania Auditorium. The evening was graced by renowned ghazal singer and musician Guru Yugantar Sindoor, recipient of the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award from the Hon'ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu. Mr. Devendra Pratap Singh, SDM, Unnao, was the Chief Guest.
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Distinguished visitors and gallery
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Moments at the Chamber.
From Prime Ministers and Presidents of India to soldiers, scholars and industry leaders, the Chamber's stage has hosted the nation's finest.
Members DirectoryNow searchable
Find any of the Chamber's 249 member firms, institutions and professionals, with their nominated representatives and contact details, by name, locality or line of business.
Membership
Join a legacy of enterprise.
Become part of an institution that has shaped trade and industry in Uttar Pradesh since 1932. Lend your voice, expand your network, and shape policy.
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- Certificate of origin and attestation services
- Networking across trade, industry and commerce
- Visa recommendations for business travel
- Events, seminars and recognition