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Harvard Conference to highlight India's ascent on global stage

The event will present a multifaceted view of India's socio-political, cultural and economic landscape

Poster of India Conference at Harvard / India Conference at Harvard

The 21st edition of the  India Conference at Harvard scheduled to take place from Feb 17-18 will discuss, assess and champion India’s emergence as a global leader. 

The two-day event, designed and developed by graduate students from across the university, will bring 50+ speakers and over 1000 attendees to Harvard Business School and Harvard Kennedy School.  

A legacy of insightful discourse

Commemorating its 21st year, the conference will reflect on a legacy of growth from humble beginnings into a key event for global discourse on India. 

Over the past two decades, many figures have contributed significantly to the conference's impact, shaping insights and discussions on India's evolving journey. Having hosted eminent leaders and intellectuals like Nobel laureate Amartya Sen and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, the conference remains committed to provoking intelligent dialogue. 

India Rising: envisioning a bold future

The 2024 conference theme, 'India Rising,' captures India’s repositioning as a global powerhouse. With the theme as a backdrop to explore India's fast-growing position on the world stage, the event will bring together a wide range of voices, including policymakers, business leaders, cultural icons, and academic experts. 

Through various panels, fireside chats and more, numerous speakers are poised to provide a multifaceted view of India's socio-political, cultural and economic landscape. 

 

List of Speakers at the India Conference at Harvard / India Conference at Harvard

Spotlight on 2024 speakers

This year's edition features an impressive lineup of speakers who are at the forefront of their respective fields. Some notable figures include Radhika Gupta, CEO of Edelweiss Asset Management Limited; Indermit Gill, chief economist at World Bank; Anil Agarwal, chairman of Vedanta Resources; Niren Choudhary, CEO of Panera Bread; and Aroon Purie, CEO of India Today. 

A mosaic of perspectives

As a forum of diverse perspectives, the conference will present a unique opportunity to engage with and contribute to the narrative of a nation on the move. 

Over two days the conference will explore business, culture, finance, social and urban policy, politics, and economy, delving deeper into topics such as building a venture in India, Indian culture and fashion, Investing In India, caste and religion, regulations enabling business and many more.

These discussions will not only reflect India's past achievements and challenges but also look forward focusing on the country's promising future trajectory.

Those interested in attending the 21st India Conference at Harvard can get tickets here.

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