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India HR Conclave 2026

Theme : The Human Edge
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Conclave Overview
As AI reshapes what organisations can automate, this conclave focuses on what remains irreplaceably human, how we lead, how we care for our people, and how we renegotiate the terms of work itself. A Keynote Address. Three curated panel discussions. A Fireside Chat with a policymaker. A Sound Healing experience. A distinguished awards ceremony. One day built for the conversations that matter.
500+
Founders, HR Heads and CXOs
10M+
Second level reach
20+
Speakers
Members from Leading Companies
Highlights from India HR Conclave 2026
Highlights from India HR Conclave 2026

Event Agenda

Fireside chat

Fireside chat

The discussion explored pensions, policy developments, and the evolving role of employers in supporting financial wellbeing.

S. Ramann
S. Ramann
PFRDA,
Chairperson
Keval Bhanushali
Keval Bhanushali
1 Finance,
Co-Founder & CEO

Keynote session

Keynote session

A powerful conversation on leadership, human potential, and the future of work in an AI-driven world.

Prabir Jha
Prabir Jha
HR Veteran & Former CHRO, Ex- HR,
Advisory Board, RBI

Panel Discussion 1 : Redesigning Work in the Age of AI

Panel Discussion 1 : Redesigning Work in the Age of AI

The session examined how evolving workplace roles are reshaping talent strategies and the future of people leadership.

Dilip Sinha
Dilip Sinha
Jindal Steel Ltd,
President & CHRO
Mukesh Jain
Mukesh Jain
Capgemini,
CTO & Executive Vice President
Vineet Kansal
Vineet Kansal
IIIT, Pune,
Director
Padma Priya Saraswatula
Padma Priya Saraswatula
IBM Consulting,
Partner & Executive Director
Anupama Pillai
Anupama Pillai
HCL Software,
Global TA & Country HR Head
Ajitha S. Iyer
Ajitha S. Iyer
Brakes India,
Head Corporate HR

Panel 2 : Financial Wellbeing - The Missing Pillar of Employee Care

Panel 2 : Financial Wellbeing - The Missing Pillar of Employee Care

The conversation focused on the impact of financial stress on employee wellbeing and the support systems needed to drive meaningful change.

Jeet Marwadi
Jeet Marwadi
1 Finance,
Founder & Managing Director
Sumit Kumar
Sumit Kumar
PFRDA,
Chief General Manager
Rajat Mathur
Rajat Mathur
Morgan Stanley,
Sr. Advisor & ex-Managing Director
Kranti Sety
Kranti Sety
Svatantra,
Sr. President & Group HR Head
Kuldeep Parashar
Kuldeep Parashar
PensionBox,
Founder & CEO

Panel 3 : What Do Employers and Employees Owe Each Other Now?

Panel 3 : What Do Employers and Employees Owe Each Other Now?

The discussion explored evolving employer and employee expectations, and how organisations can build balanced, sustainable workplaces.

Mussarat Hussain
Mussarat Hussain
Suzuki R&D Center, India,
Head - HR
Sumit Kumar
Sumit Kumar
Pluxee,
Director Human Resources
Ashwin Naik
Ashwin Naik
Manah Wellness,
Founder and Chairman
Suneeta Mukherjee
Suneeta Mukherjee
Government of India,
Retd. IAS & ICS Officer
Pooja Vanjani
Pooja Vanjani
Abakkus Asset Manager Pvt. Ltd.,
Vice President HR

Sound Healing Experience

Sound Healing Experience

The session explored the benefits of sound healing and its role in reducing stress, enhancing focus, and promoting wellbeing.

Hormazd Siganporia
Hormazd Siganporia
Wellness & Human Performance,
Expert

Book launch

“Insurance Made Simple”

Manju Dhake
Manju Dhake
Partner, 1 Finance

“Emotional Money”

Animesh Hardia
Animesh Hardia
Partner, 1 Finance

Awards & Recognition

Jury Panel

Suneeta Mukherjee
Suneeta Mukherjee
Retd. IAS & ICS Officer, Government of India
Manish Behl
Manish Behl
Founder, Mindful Science Centre
Awards for distinguished individuals
Rising CHRO of the Year Award
Ritesh Bhardwaj
Ritesh Bhardwaj
Group Head - HR & legal
Cello World
Visionary HR Leader Award
Amit Chincholikar
Amit Chincholikar
Group President – HR
Hinduja Group
Learning & Development leader Of the Year Award
Mukesh Kataria
Mukesh Kataria
Director of Learning & Development
KPMG India
Awards for distinguished organizations
Best Learning Culture Award
Best Learning Culture Award
Best Learning Culture Award
Best Integrated Workplace Culture
Best Integrated Workplace Culture
Best Integrated Workplace Culture
Best Integrated Workplace Culture
Best Integrated Workplace Culture
Best Integrated Workplace Culture
People-First Culture Award
People-First Culture Award
People-First Culture Award
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