Hyderabad, March 05: PanIIT Alumni India, the umbrella organisation representing alumni of all 23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) to host the “PanIIT Hyderabad Summit 2026” on 8th March 2026 at The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace, Madhapur.
His Excellency Shri Jishnu Dev Varma, Hon’ble Governor of Telangana, will inaugurate the summit and deliver the inaugural address, setting a visionary tone for the deliberations.
The Governor is expected to emphasise the critical need for convergence between the older and newer IITs, urging a collaborative national effort to minimise gaps and accelerate collective excellence through shared research and mentorship.
Shri G. Kishan Reddy, Hon’ble Union Minister of Coal & Mines to grace and deliver a special address. He is expected to provide a national perspective on technology‘s role in achieving Viksit Bharat (Developed India) and highlight opportunities for the IIT community to contribute to key sectors like energy security and defence indigenisation.
Shri K. Ramakrishna Rao, IAS, Chief Secretary to the Government of Telangana, who is also an IITian , will also share his insights, reflecting the state’s progressive vision as a global technology and innovation hub.
Shri Prabhat Kumar, IRS, Chairman of PanIIT Alumni India, Shri Sudhakar Gande, Convenor of the Summit, Shri Ashok Kumar, General Secretary, PanIIT will grace and address the attendees.
Senior government IITian leaders such as Shri Sunil Kumar Barnwal, IAS, CEO of the National Health Authority; Shri Sanjay Kumar, IAS, Special Chief Secretary for Rural Development; Shri Ajith Reddy, Special Secretary to the Chief Minister of Telangana; Shri Bhavesh Mishra, IAS, Special Secretary (IT & Electronics), Government of Telangana; Navin Mittal, IAS, Special Chief Secretary, Energy at Government of Telangana
8th March being the International Women’s Day, and to celebrate that, the summit will feature Dr. Tessy Thomas, former Director at DRDO delivering a special session titled “Missile Woman of India: Science, Strategy & Sovereignty,” This session will provide a rare glimpse into India’s remarkable achievements in strategic technology and defence research, celebrating the spirit of self-reliance and scientific prowess.
Shri Prabhat Kumar, IRS, Chairman, Pan IIT Alumni India, said: “We are delighted to host the PanIIT Hyderabad Summit 2026 in Hyderabad for the first time. The Summit will bring together eminent dignitaries, policymakers, industry leaders, innovators, and members of the global IIT alumni community. With an outstanding lineup of speakers and delegates, the Summit promises to serve as a dynamic platform for dialogue, collaboration, and the exchange of transformative ideas that can help shape India’s future.”
Shri Ashok Kumar, General Secretary, Pan IIT Alumni India, added: “The Summit reflects the collective strength and diversity of the IIT alumni ecosystem. By bringing together leaders from government, industry, startups, and academia, we aim to create meaningful conversations, foster partnerships, and generate actionable insights that can contribute to India’s next phase of innovation-led growth and technological leadership.”
Shri Sudhakar Gande, Convener, PanIIT Hyderabad Summit 2026, remarked: “We are extremely pleased that Hyderabad is hosting the PanIIT Summit for the first time. With its vibrant technology landscape and thriving startup ecosystem, the city provides an ideal setting for discussions on deep-tech innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry transformation. The Summit will bring together an exceptional community of leaders and thinkers to explore new opportunities for collaboration and innovation.”
The summit will feature focused thematic tracks designed to address India’s most pressing opportunities: · Infrastructure & Energy Leadership · Defence Innovation and Aatmanirbhar Bharat · Urban Infrastructure · Digital Transformation · Healthcare & Life Sciences for Bharat Eminent speakers from leading organizations such as DRDO, Microsoft India, NMDC, MIDHANI, Apollo Hospitals, and Yashoda Hospitals will share their expertise, alongside leaders from numerous high-growth startups and technology firms. The Directors from IIT Dharwad and IIT Dhanbad will also be present to share their views. Dean of IIT Hyderabad will also be present.
The summit will serve as a convergence point for policymakers, industry leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and members of the formidable global IIT alumni network. The Summit aims to foster meaningful dialogue on innovation, technology-driven growth, infrastructure development, and collaborative nation-building, reinforcing the role of the IIT ecosystem as a strategic asset for India’s future. Inaugural Ceremony
Key sessions will explore critical themes, including innovation ecosystems in emerging IITs, healthcare transformation in India, digital governance and public technology, and policy-driven industrial growth.
The summit will also include in-depth discussions on AI-driven innovation, startup growth and scale-up strategies, resource security, and the mega infrastructure projects shaping modern India.
There will be separate startup sessions where the startups will be given the opportunity to pitch before the angel and VC investors. This will be held in collaboration with T Hub and T Works.
A dedicated networking session throughout the day will facilitate collaboration among industry leaders, investors, and innovators, fostering partnerships that extend beyond the event.
The PanIIT Hyderabad Summit 2026 will conclude with a Valedictory Address by a Member of Parliament
Shri Etela Rajender, MP, will grace the valedictory function.
