AI SUMMIT 2026

13 March 2026

IIM Mumbai

Background

Aligned with the Startup India initiative, which fosters innovation and entrepreneurship to drive economic growth and technological leadership, the Industrial AI Summit 2026, hosted by IIM Mumbai with strategic support from SYMX.AI, will showcase how AI, IoT, robotics, and digital technologies are transforming operations, improving resilience, and enabling sustainable growth.

This one-day event brings together startups, corporates, policymakers, and researchers to explore practical applications of Industry 4.0 and shape the future of the Indian and global industry.

Organizing Committee

Patron

Prof. Manoj K Tiwari

Director,
Indian Institute of Management
Mumbai, India

Conference Chairperson

Prof. Hema Date

Indian Institute of Management
Mumbai, India

Conference Co-Chairperson

Prof. Priyanka Verma

Indian Institute of Management
Mumbai, India

Conference Co-Chairperson

Ash Agarwal

SYMX.AI

Overview

The Industrial AI Summit 2026 is a focused platform that brings together industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to explore the future of industrial transformation. Through keynotes, panel discussions, breakout sessions, and startup showcases, participants will gain actionable insights into how AI, IoT, robotics, and digital technologies are enabling resilient manufacturing, sustainable growth, workforce transformation, and the scaling of industrial startups.

More than a knowledge-sharing forum, this inaugural event provides an opportunity to build meaningful connections, exchange ideas, and spark cross-industry collaborations that drive tangible impact

Programme Schedule

Training Approach

The programme follows a case study driven and practice-oriented approach, combining:

  • Conceptual sessions on PPP fundamentals and concession agreements
  • Sector specific case studies led by practitioners and domain experts
  • Structured discussions focused on audit implications and lessons learned
  • Daily case study assignments to reinforce application of audit concepts
  • Group presentations to synthesize learning across sectors
Each session is organized around a specific thematic focus, progressing from PPP fundamentals to complex municipal and utility PPPs, and concluding with application and synthesis.

Key Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

  • Interpret PPP concession agreements from an audit perspective
  • Identify financial, contractual, and performance related risks in PPP projects
  • Assess value for money and fiscal exposure arising from PPP arrangements
  • Understand causes and implications of contract amendments and renegotiations
  • Apply a consistent audit framework across multiple PPP sectors

Sponsor Benefits

Brand Domination

Logo featured on stage screens, media releases, event collateral, and delegate lanyards.

Direct Access

Engage with CXOs, policymakers, and founders from India’s fastest-growing industries.

Thought Leadership

Position your brand with a keynote, tech presentation, or panel presence.

Award Recognition

Exclusive Technology Excellence Award, celebrating your innovation.

Talent Pipeline

Engage with IIM Mumbai’s innovation ecosystem and future ready talent.

Extended Impact

Digital and media impressions before, during, and after the event

Our Knowledge Partner: CITIES FORUM

Glimpses of the Previous Batch

1st Batch (05.05.2025 -09.05.2025)

Specialized Capacity-Building Programme
for
CAG Officers
on

Inventory, Logistics & Supply Chain Management
through an Auditing Lens: Oil & Gas Sector

2nd Batch (01.09.2025 -05.09.2025)

Specialized Capacity-Building Programme
for
CAG Officers
on

Principles, IT Tools & Data Analytics in
Inventory Management and Supply Chain Logistics