The month-long 30th Chattogram International Trade Fair (CITF) kicks off today at the Railway Pologround. Information and Broadcasting Minister Dr. Hasan Mahmud will inaugurate the trade fair at 3 pm. The fair, being hosted by Chattogram Chamber of Commerce and Industries, will remain open to visitors from 10 am to 10 pm every day. Like every year, India, Thailand, Iran and other countries will showcase their products at the fair. There will be 20 premier pavilions, 56 premier stalls, 94 gold stalls, 48 mega stalls and 11 food stalls at the fair while 300 organizations will showcase their products at 400 stalls in three separate zones. Also read: Prime Minister opens month long DITF-2023 Law enforcement agencies will perform their duties in three shifts to ensure security at the fair premises. Besides, the trade fair has an open plaza on 12,320 square feet. Visitors have to pay Tk 20 for entering the fair but students — from playgroup to class 7 — can attend for free.