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India Week 2023

Leicestershire, Oxford, London 07 May 2023

SPEAKERS

Pratik Dattani

Managing Director,

EPG Economic and Strategy Consulting

Rahul Narwekar

Speaker of the Assembly,

Maharastra

Rt Hon Keith Vaz

Former Chair,

Home Affairs Select Committee

Kevin McCole

COO,

UKIBC

Richard Burge

CEO,

London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI)

Jayesh Ranjan IAS

Principal Secretary, Industries & Commerce,

Government of Telangana

Rahul Roy-Chaudhury

Senior Fellow South Asia,

IISS

Farzana Baduel

Founder,

Curzon PR

Nia Griffith MP

Shadow Minister,

International Trade

Nigel Huddleston MP

Minister of State,

International Trade

Sanjay Suri

Europe Editor,

CNN-IBN

Phil Simmons

Trinidadian cricket coach,

and former cricketer

Naynesh Desai

Director,

Durham County Cricket Club

Mihir Bose

Author, Journalist,

Broadcaster

Rakkam Ampang Sangma

Education Minister,

Government of Meghalaya

Pradyot Manikya

Chairman,

Tipra Motha

Rita Kakati-Shah

Founder and CEO,

Uma

Simran Ahuja

Actress and TV Host,

Rina Dhaka

Leading Fashion Designer,

Arunabha Ghosh

CEO,

Council on Energy, Environment and Water

Baroness Arlene Foster

Former First Minister,

Northern Ireland

Supriya Shrinate

Chairperson, Social Media and Digital Platforms,

INC

Dr Raghuram Rajan

Former Governor,

Reserve Bank of India

Abhinandan Sekhri

Co-Founder,

Newslaundry

Siddharth Yog

Founding Partner,

Xander Group

Ruth Cadbury MP

Shadow Minister,

International Trade

Prem Singh Rao

Managing Director,

Varaha Infra Limited

Dragan Mitrovic

COO,

Proctorio Inc

Sanjeev Kumar

CMD,

Asclepius Wellness Private Limited

Keith Ridgeway

Co-founder CEO,

Incredible Husk

Dr. Mohammad Amin

Former Joint Director/Chief of Protocol,

Election Commission Of India

Br Umar Kamaal Farooqui

State Spokesperson,

Nationalist Congress Party

K. T. Rama Rao

Minister for Municipal Administration & Urban Development, Industries, Commerce & IT,

Government of Telangana

Agenda

9:00 AM

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Arrivals and networking

10:00 AM

10:00 AM - 10:10 AM

Welcome Address

Pratik Dattani

Managing Director, EPG Economic and Strategy Consulting

10:00 AM

10:10 AM - 11:00 AM

India’s growth as a major geopolitical power and its relationships abroad

In the year of India’s G20 Presidency, the country has a renewed global platform to showcase an India First agenda. The last few years have seen India become a pharmacy to the world with its production of Covid vaccines; has provided leadership to developing countries at COP platforms; has managed conflicting objectives between Europe and the US on one side, and Russia on the other, with relation to oil purchases from Russia; and has taken a more strident diplomatic stance against China’s aggression. Just recently, a G20 meeting in Bengaluru ended in discord as Russia and China refuse to condemn the Ukraine war, outlining the deft balancing act required of Dr Jaishankar and South Block. This session explores India’s role on a global geopolitical stage, what the future holds for its historic approach of non-alignment, and how India’s diplomatic clout evolves beyond being “not China” and “not Pakistan”.

Supriya Shrinate

Chairperson, Social Media and Digital Platforms, INC
Rt Hon Keith Vaz

Former Chair, Home Affairs Select Committee
Arunabha Ghosh

CEO, Council on Energy, Environment and Water
Baroness Arlene Foster

Former First Minister, Northern Ireland

11:00 AM

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Keynote Address

Dr Raghuram Rajan

Former Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Abhinandan Sekhri

Co-Founder, Newslaundry

11:30 AM

11:45 AM - 12:30 PM

News as an investment in India: Opportunities and risks

India approved 26% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) FDI in print and 49% in TV media in 1991, which led to the introduction and flourishing of cable TV. Before 1991, audiences could only watch the national broadcaster Doordarshan. In 2002, 26% was allowed in news and 74% in non-news and current affairs, which led to the spread of foreign media in India. In 2005, Foreign Institutional Investment (FII) was also permitted up to 26% and 100% for non-news publications. But in 2019, the government changed the rules to cap FDI in digital media to 26% per cent. This session covers the policy framework in the news industry in India, the FDI rules, censorship and crackdowns as well as the direction the market is heading in.

Siddharth Yog

Founding Partner, Xander Group
Abhinandan Sekhri

Co-Founder, Newslaundry

12:30 PM

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch and networking

1:00 PM

1:15 PM - 2:00 PM

Fireside Chat: Ruth Cadbury, Shadow Minister for International Trade

Ruth Cadbury MP

Shadow Minister, International Trade
Pratik Dattani

Managing Director, EPG Economic and Strategy Consulting

2:00 PM

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Entrepreneurs’ Corner: Doing business with India

Keith Ridgeway

Co-founder CEO, Incredible Husk
Sanjay Suri

Europe Editor, CNN-IBN
Sanjeev Kumar

CMD, Asclepius Wellness Private Limited
Dragan Mitrovic

COO, Proctorio Inc
Prem Singh Rao

Managing Director, Varaha Infra Limited

3:00 PM

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

The importance of federalism in India

Foreign investors and commentators often regard India and as a monolith, with a focus on a burgeoning middle class. More than 90% of British investment into India in the last 20 years has been in six states only. But to understand India more fully, it is importance to understand the unique place in federalism in India. After a phase of political regionalisation between 1989-2014, in which India seemed to be on an inexorable trajectory of deepening federalism, the election of PM Narendra Modi has returned the centralising potential of India’s Constitution into full view. In some ways, he has used centralism as an enabling force for coordination of policy at the all-India level. At the same time, delays in disbursing GST refunds to states, and centralising design and credit for direct benefit transfer schemes, have caused tensions with state governments. This session focuses on the interaction between State and Centre, and why it matters for a global India.

Supriya Shrinate

Chairperson, Social Media and Digital Platforms, INC
Sanjay Suri

Europe Editor, CNN-IBN
Br Umar Kamaal Farooqui

State Spokesperson, Nationalist Congress Party
Dr. Mohammad Amin

Former Joint Director/Chief of Protocol, Election Commission Of India
K. T. Rama Rao

Minister for Municipal Administration & Urban Development, Industries, Commerce & IT, Government of Telangana
Pradyot Manikya

Chairman, Tipra Motha

4:00 PM

4:00 PM - 4:15 PM

Close

India is booming: It is the highest growth major economy in the world today

India Week 2023 is the place to engage in high level discussions on the New India.

India’s economic growth rate is the highest amongst major economies today, as China struggles with a bloated infrastructure sector, local government bad debts, a zero-Covid policy and an ageing population.

India’s inflation rate is lower than that of the UK, US and other major economies.

As the Western world diversifies its supply chains and geopolitical dependencies away from China, India stands to benefit.

Equally, war, disrupted global supply chains and a hawkish Federal Reserve threaten a prolonged global economic slowdown which could inflict economic pain upon a generation.

As the UK and India reach the closing stages of agreeing a bilateral Free Trade Agreement, EPG’s India Week 2023 is an annual get-together of change-makers, policy and business leaders for high-level discussions on pertinent topics.

Why Attend

If you believe in New India and are excited about the economic opportunity it offers, this is a must-attend event for you.

The inaugural Ideas for India conference in May 2022 was held to celebrate India’s 75th anniversary of Independence, with speakers providing their vision for where they see India in the coming 25 years.

Day 1 featured an education delegation to Birmingham, hosted by Birmingham City University. Day 2 featured a Policy Forum on closer UK-India relations, the Commonwealth Education Conference and an Awards evening in Parliament. Day 3 featured the main plenary sessions, including discussions on India’s leadership in addressing climate change, tackling misinformation, unemployment, skill development, women’s participation in the workforce and building India’s institutions.

This year’s Agenda is even more ambitious, taking place from Sunday 7 May – Friday 12 May 2023.

Some of our event venues

Education Innovation Conference at Oxford Town Hall

6 events

over 6 days

12 Countries represented

600 Attendees

SPEAKERS

Dr Raghuram Rajan

Former Governor,

Reserve Bank of India

Nigel Huddleston MP

Minister of State,

International Trade

Conrad Sangma

Chief Minister,

Meghalaya

Rahul Narwekar

Speaker of the Assembly,

Maharastra

Baroness Arlene Foster

Former First Minister,

Northern Ireland

Pradyot Manikya

Chairman,

Tipra Motha

Ruth Cadbury MP

Shadow Minister,

International Trade

Nia Griffith MP

Shadow Minister,

International Trade

Arunabha Ghosh

CEO,

Council on Energy, Environment and Water

Abhinandan Sekhri

Co-Founder,

Newslaundry

Richard Burge

CEO,

London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI)

Supriya Shrinate

Chairperson, Social Media and Digital Platforms,

INC

Jayesh Ranjan IAS

Principal Secretary, Industries & Commerce,

Government of Telangana

Br Umar Kamaal Farooqui

State Spokesperson,

Nationalist Congress Party

Elena Fernandes

Supermodel, Influencer,

Actress and Philanthropist

Rahul Roy-Chaudhury

Senior Fellow South Asia,

IISS

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CEOs Golf Weekend

Imagine a confidential, informal environment where you can discuss new ideas and current challenges with a small group of your peers, as well as celebrity guests and professional golfing stars.

Our CEOs’ retreat is hosted at Rutland Hall, an area of outstanding beauty, popular for cycling, fishing, bird-watching and watersports. And, of course, golf.

Discuss the heart of the UK-India legacy. To keep the discussions intimate, no more than 25 participants allowed to register (plus spouses).

The Format

Dates: Sun 7 – Mon 8 May

Celebrate King Charles III’s coronation in style
18 holes of golf in breathtaking country beauty on Day 1
A truly global CEOs’ Forum on Day 2, with your peers (and golfing stars) from around the world
Take advantage of opportunities for the whole family, including horse-riding, boating and a luxury spa
Max 25 attendees, invitation-only

Want to attend?

Get in touch with us to find out more. Please note spaces are strictly limited.

Ideas for India

The second edition of the Ideas for India conference will bring together business, industry and policy leaders from the UK, Europe and India to discuss the next wave of India’s growth as an economy and a nation.

Until recently, business, foreign policy and social issues occupied distinct spaces. The convergence of dialogue, engagement and collaboration between business, government, civil society and Indian diaspora has blurred the lines between each.

Our conference operates at their convergence, helping drive conversations in a unique, inclusive and focused forum.

We have senior Ministerial attendance from both the UK and India, with 500+ guests over the two days, including over 100 from India.

Setting the agenda

Dates: Thurs 11 – Fri 12 May
At the last edition of this event, sessions featured on prime time TV news in India and several stories ranked in the top ten trending stories of the day. In a true celebration of the breadth of India, MPs, Members of Legislative Assembly and other policymakers from seven political parties, across nine states in India attended the event.

Topics

Some of the proposed Agenda topics covered:

India’s growth as a major geopolitical power
The world’s economic growth engine
India’s coming decade of economic outperformance
India’s digital stack: Driving digital innovation and inclusivity
The next big global sports market
Media freedom and the fourth estate
Leading the world in renewable energy
Bilateral UK-India relations
State vs Centre: Policymaking challenges in India

EPG India Week Parliament Dinner & Awards

Indo-UK Business Conclave Awards

This event is organised in partnership with WBR Corp, which hosts leading business, investment and brand summits around the world, including in the the UAE and Thailand. India is today the world’s fastest-growing major economy; WBR’s team helps connect entrepreneurial and globally-focused business leaders from across India, to opportunities further afield.

Celebrate the best of Indian business

Date: Thurs 11 May. Invitation is strictly by invitation only.

Hosted at the House of Commons

Dinner at Parliament with Ministers, Members of Parliament from both the UK and India, as well as more than 50 business delegates from India.

Celebration Dinner

The UK and India have much in common, not least now that the UK has an Indian-origin Prime Minister. This black-tie dinner will be the culmination of a week of high impact events. We will acknowledge and celebrate individuals who have made a significant contribution to strengthening the bilateral relationship.

Join 350 guests at a black-tie formal dinner

Date: Fri 12 May
Includes: arrival drinks and canapes reception, four course meal, red and white wine on your table.

Book your table today

Please note individual ticket bookings are not available.
For the Silver Table booking option, scroll to the Tickets section. For limited Platinum Tables, contact us.

Ecosystem Partner

Ideas for India Partner

Ecosystem Partner

Cultural Partner

Drinks Partner

Dinner Partner

Education Partner

Community Partners

Become a Community Partner

Venue Partner

Chamber Partner

Catering Partner

Community Partner

PAST ATTENDEES

PHOTOS

Mahua Moitra Sitaram Yechury Salman Khurshid India Week

BJP Minister Dr Aswath Narayan UK India Week

Birmingham City University education delegation at India Week

Guests at black-tie dinner India Week with Bridge India

FAQs

About India Week 2023

What is the Agenda?

Please find the agenda by clicking on “Agenda” at the top of this page. The event is spread over a week at various venues in Leicestershire, Oxford and London. Full details are provided to confirmed delegates.

Who will be attending?

This event is aimed at CxOs and senior decision-makers. We will have over 600 attendees over the week from sectors such as: policy and government, technology, AI, energy, automotive, banking, professional services, sustainability solutions, trade associations, venture capital, academia, civil society and more.

Where will the events take place?

The event will be over a week across multiple venues in central London, including the Houses of Parliament. For security purposes, the full details will be provided to confirmed guests.

Can I apply to be a Speaker?

We would be delighted to have speaker suggestions. Please note however that complimentary speaker slots are not available for service providers. Please fill in this form and we’ll reach out to you shortly.

Can I get a refund on my ticket?

Please check out Terms & Conditions here.

Visiting from abroad

I am from India and I wish to attend this event. How can I sign up and be a part of the delegation?

We have special Hosted Delegate packages for Indian Delegates, which includes accommodation, travel, meals as well as sight-seeing. Please get in touch and we’ll reach out to you shortly.

Do you have preferential room rates available?

Yes, we have preferential room rates for confirmed delegates at the event venue. These are available only to ticket-holders.

Do you provide visa invitation letters?

Yes, we do for confirmed delegates, once payment is received. Please get in touch with your assigned contact and they can help you further.

My visa didn't come in time. Can I get a refund?

We advise delegates to allow plenty of time for the visa process so as to receive it in time. In case you do not receive your visa in time, we can process a refund, in line with our Terms and Conditions.

Sponsor opportunities

What sponsor opportunities do you have?

We have several branding opportunities available, including the curation of pre-arranged B2B meetings for you. If you want to apply to be a Sponsor, please get in touch and we’ll reach out to you shortly.

Do you have exhibition opportunities?

We do, at the Ideas for India conference, but elsewhere during the week also, which can be tailored to your needs. If you want to apply to be an Exhibitor, please get in touch and we’ll reach out to you shortly.

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