Friday, June 26, 2026
New Delhi
Bharat Growth Summit 2026
Bharat Rising
Scale, Sustainability & Supremacy
India’s growth story is being rewritten by a new generation of builders. From high-impact startups to category-defining brands, the next decade belongs to those who can scale with purpose and lead with innovation.
Driven by digital acceleration, entrepreneurial ambition, and expanding opportunities across sectors, India is entering a phase where innovation-led enterprises are playing a defining role in economic progress.
The ET Now Bharat Growth Summit & Awards brings this ecosystem together on one platform to recognise excellence, unlock opportunities, and spotlight the leaders shaping India’s future.
Why This Matters
India is no longer just a high-potential market, it is a global innovation engine. Startups and new-age enterprises are driving job creation, building globally competitive solutions, and transforming industries at scale.
As this momentum accelerates, the need to identify, recognise, and amplify these success stories becomes critical. This platform is designed to do exactly that, bringing visibility to those building the next chapter of Bharat’s growth story.
Who Should Attend
Founders & Co-Founders
CEOs and Managing Directors
Policymakers and Government Leaders
CIOs, COOs, and Business Heads
Venture Capitalists & Angel Investors
Private Equity Leaders
Corporate Venture and Innovation Teams
Incubators, Accelerators, and Ecosystem Enablers
Bharat Growth Awards
A definitive recognition platform celebrating the individuals and organisations building India’s innovation and business landscape.
From early-stage startups to high-growth enterprises and visionary leaders, the awards honour those creating impact at scale while contributing to India’s long-term, sustainable growth.
Individual Excellence Awards (Recognising leadership, vision, and personal impact)
Visionary Founder of the Year: Founder demonstrating exceptional foresight, strategic thinking, and ability to build a category-defining business.
Young Entrepreneur of the Year: High-impact entrepreneur (typically under 35/40) showing strong growth, innovation, and leadership potential
Woman Leader of the Year: Woman leader driving significant business impact while advancing leadership excellence and influence in her domain
Social Impact Leader: Leader creating measurable, scalable social or environmental impact through sustainable and innovative solutions
Most Promosing Leader of the Year: Emerging leader with strong early achievements, high growth trajectory, and clear potential for future industry leadership
AI/ML Innovation Leader: Organization leveraging AI/ML to deliver breakthrough solutions with measurable business or societal impact
E-commerce Innovation Leader: E-commerce company redefining online retail through innovation in customer experience, logistics, or business model
What You Gain
National recognition on a credible platform
Visibility among investors, policymakers, and industry leaders
Opportunity to position your brand as a growth leader
Access to a high-impact ecosystem of decision-makers
Validation of your business, innovation, and leadership
Take the Next Step
If you are building, scaling, or redefining growth, this is your platform
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