New
Delhi, March 19, 2026 : The IIT Delhi Alumni Association (IITDAA) is
set to host the IITD Alumni Leadership Conclave 2026 on Saturday, 21
March 2026, at 2: OOPM at Hyatt Regency, New Delhi. The
flagship event will bring together an influential community of leaders and
decision makers, innovators and entrepreneurs, academicians and change agents
from the IIT Delhi alumni network representing diverse sectors and industries.
The theme of the conclave is “Era of Symbiotic आत्मनिर्भरता: Cooperation as a Competitive Edge”. It reflects appropriately on the current geo-political
environment where alignments are shifting and priorities are changing.
The event will serve as a
dynamic platform for meaningful conversations on collaboration, innovation, and
the evolving landscape of leadership in a rapidly evolving world. It is
expected to witness participation of nearly 400+ IIT Delhi alumni, including
CXOs, thinkers, founders, policymakers, investors, business and technology
leaders. These insightful dialogue and deliberations will also engage the wider
network of 65,000+ global alumni.
The conclave will host a series
of panel discussions addressing the contemporary themes that may shape the
future of technology, entrepreneurship, innovation, and education.
The Session, “AI and
Humanity: Friend, Foe, or Future?”, will explore the evolving relationship
between Artificial intelligence and its implications on the society, examining
how AI can be responsibly adopted and integrated.
Another Session, “Inclusive
Learning & Education for the Unknown”, will explore how education
systems must expand beyond traditional classrooms and curriculum to prepare
individuals for an unpredictable future. The future that is yet to be invented
by technology!
And the session, “Ideas to
IPO: Start-up Ecosystem Enablers,” will bring together industry leaders
highlighting the role of a strong startup ecosystem, innovation enablers, and
the power of collaborative networks, while examining the journey of
transforming ideas into successful ventures.
The event will also feature a
special exhibition by the former IIT Delhi students, showcasing innovative
ideas, and emerging startup ventures, highlighting the entrepreneurial spirit
and innovation-driven mindset of the IIT Delhi Alumni Community.
Kalpen Shukla, President, IIT
Delhi Alumni Association, says, “The IITD Alumni
Leadership Conclave 2026 brings together the collective strength and
diversity of the IIT Delhi Alumni network. We look forward to bringing together
distinguished alumni and industry leaders to share their perspectives, exchange
innovative ideas, suggest strategies to foster collaboration and explore new
opportunities that can shape the future of the nation. The conclave will also
serve as an influential platform to encourage collaboration and partnership
with investors, business leaders and entrepreneurs.”
With its focus on collaboration,
innovation and shared progress, the IITD Alumni Leadership Conclave 2026 aims
to foster meaningful conversations and synergic partnerships that can drive
impactful change and strengthen India’s journey towards a more self-reliant and
globally competitive economy.
Representing a vibrant global
network of over 65,000 IIT Delhi alumni, the IIT Delhi Alumni Association
includes 1000+ corporate leaders, 2,500+ founders, and over 650 public service
officers, all of whom continue to contribute significantly to nation-building,
technological innovation, industry leadership, and social impact.
Several distinguished leaders
from across industry, technology, entrepreneurship will join this Conclave as
speakers including, Sumant Sinha (Founder, Chairman & CEO at ReNew),
Dr Nikhil Agarwal (MD, Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer
(FITT)), Hitesh Oberoi (Co-promoter MD & CEO at Info Edge India
Ltd), Manas Fuloria (Co-Founder & CEO, Nagarro, Founder &
Trustee, Plaksha University), Manish Mittal (CEO at Axtria), Anju
Gupta (Partner, IvyCap Ventures), Abhishek Bansal (Co-Founder &
CEO at Shadowfax Technologies Pvt Ltd), Prof Trilochan Sastry (Faculty
at IIM Bangalore & IIMA), Acharya Prashant (Author & Globally
acclaimed Spiritual Teacher), Harshavardhan Chitale (CEO, Hero
MotoCorp), Swati Vasudevan (MD, Khan Academy India), Arvind Jain
(Founder & CEO, Glean & Co-Founder Rubrik), and Neeraj Gera (COO,
UpGrad), besides a few overseas eminent alumni.
About IIT Delhi Alumni
Association (IITDAA)
IITD Alumni Association is
dedicated to bringing together the alumni community on a common platform to
build another channel of personal and professional support to members through
'self-help' within the community. IIT Delhi Alumni Association today has a
membership of over 65,000 alumni and is growing at 2,000+ members a year.
IITDAA is a privileged alumni
community whose efforts and contributions to nation building are acknowledged
by the Hon Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi-ji during his popular talk-show
“Man ki Baat” on 29th Nov 2020.
IITD Alumni have made
significant contributions world-wide through their associations with globally
reputed institutions and corporates. It is one of the most active alumni
associations and operates through a vibrant network of national and
international chapters.
IITDAA has initiated many
programs and events that serve not only the alumni and the alma mater
but also engage into priority areas of national interest.