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Driving the Next Era of HR with AI, Analytics & Agile Leadership.
29th April 2026 The Leela Mumbai

Our Partners

Presenting Partner
Silver Partner
Health Benefit Partner

Our Esteemed Speakers

Rahul Lakhanpal

Vice President - Product Marketing and Analyst Relations

Darwinbox

Shweta Rathor

AVP HR

Ajmera Housing Corporation

Mohini Palchowdhury

Global Head - People and Culture

Quantiphi

Chiteri Saxena

Head COE & HR BP (revenue functions)

MUFG




Ramakrishna Vyamajala

CHRO

Home First Finance Company (HFFC)

Rajesh Jain

President & CHRO

Welspun Living Ltd

Prasanth Nair

CHRO

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Limited

Ravi Kumar

Senior Director – Global Customer Experience, Community & Lifecycle Marketing (ex-US)

Darwinbox


Muralidharan Ramakrishnan

Chief Product Officer & Group Chief Technology Officer

Mynd

Tulanahina Maity

CHRO

Anand Rathi

Dr. Balasubramanian Sethuraman

Head HR

Parekh Integrated Services Pvt. Ltd.

Dr. Sulaksha Shetty

CHRO

SB- Constantia


Amandeep Singh Bhan

SVP, Growth

Loop

Ambarish Sharma

CHRO

Impresario Entertainment and Hospitality Pvt Ltd

Nishigandha Kulkarni

CHRO

Arvind Advanced Materials Limited

Javved Quresh

QHSE Director (APACME) & CHRO (INDIA) OCS

OCS


Kavindra Pant

CHRO

Shapoorji Pallonji Energy Pvt. Ltd.

Dr. Subhash Mali

Chief People Officer

HK Designs

Isha Pandit

Vice President - People & Culture

Rebel Foods

Udhaya Shankar

CHRO

The Sleep Company


Khranti Kanolkar Sety

Senior President & Group Head Human resources

Svatantra Microfin

Rajan B Saawant

Vice President- Corporate HR

Indoco Remedies Ltd

Minal M

CHRO

Sterling and Wilson SEW Data Center Pvt Ltd

Sajitha Pillai

President & Head Of Human Resources

SBM Bank India Ltd


Ravi Mishra

Chief Human Resources Officer

Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani

Sanjeeb Lahiri

Chief Human Resources Officer

GRP Ltd

Preeti Ahuja

Global Chief People Officer

Husk Power

Ashish Musaddi

CHRO

Integrace Health


Arati Patwardhan

Chief Human Resources Officer

Rochem Separation Systems (India) Pvt. Ltd.

Paulomi Desai

Head HR

Niwas Housing Finance Private Limited

Meena Sharma

CHRO

Ashika Group

Anand Vakharia

Chief Human Resources Officer

SANATHAN TEXTILES PRIVATE LIMITED


Ruchir Dave

Head of Presales

Darwinbox


About the NexGen HR Tech Summit & Awards 2026

HR Summit

When it comes to embracing new technologies, HR directors have experienced significant change. With the use of these technologies, executives were able to revolutionize HR departments by promoting successful results, rapid flexibility, and efficient operations. We anticipate tremendous advancements in cutting-edge technologies in 2026. Agile HR strategies, which foster quick reactions to shifting business needs and drive broad organizational transformation, are the foundation of these developments.

For HR leaders, 2026 will be all about technological advancement with cutting-edge tools like blockchain, chatbots, automation, ML, generative AI, and EXPs. These tools will continue to revolutionize HR through effective hiring, real-time data, predictive analytics, and personalized learning.

The NexGen HR Tech Summit and Awards 2026 will showcase how strategic adaptability, a people-centric approach, and a dedication to propelling organizational success using cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic business environment will characterize HR leadership in 2026.

Key Themes That Will Be Addressed

Evolving Roles of HR Leaders in 2026

Technological Development: AI & Analytics
HR Leadership's Development in the Changing Business Environment
DEI and Closing Skill Gaps in a Diverse Workforce
Enhancing Employee Experience & Well-Being
Agile Performance Management: Compliant with Changing Company Goals
Empowering Workers: Establishing a Flexible and Dynamic Learning Environment
Self-Learning Dynamics: Cultivating an Innovative Mentality

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND

Gain insights from accomplished business leaders and HR strategists as they share their expertise.

Engage in discussions on the latest trends and challenges in Future HR with senior-level industry experts.

Expand your network by connecting with influential contacts from various HR corporations.

Explore collaborative opportunities to implement quality initiatives across the HR industry.

Exchange ideas and network with prominent HR professionals, allied experts, and researchers.

Participate in thought-provoking dialogues and debates that will challenge, stimulate, and inspire.

Who Should Attend

CXO/ VP/ Director of

Human Resources
Employee Engagement Leaders
Talent Management
People Officer
HR Strategists
Talent Acquisition

NexGen HR Tech Awards Categories

Celebrating excellence and innovation in HR leadership and technology.

Individual Category

  • CHRO of the Year – Digital Transformation
  • HR Leader of the Year
  • HR Innovator of the Year
  • People Analytics Leader of the Year
  • AI in HR Leader of the Year
  • Future of Work Champion
  • Talent Transformation Leader of the Year
  • Employee Experience Leader of the Year
  • L&D Leader of the Year – Digital Excellence
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leader of the Year
  • HR Rising Star of the Year
  • Digital HR Strategy Leader of the Year
  • HR Tech Implementation Leader of the Year
  • Employer Branding Leader of the Year
  • HR Change & Transformation Leader of the Year

Organization Category

  • Best HR Tech Implementation of the Year
  • HR Digital Transformation Excellence Award
  • Best Use of AI in HR
  • Excellence in People Analytics & Insights
  • Best Employee Experience Platform/Strategy
  • Future of Work Excellence Award
  • Best Learning & Development Tech Initiative
  • Excellence in Talent Acquisition Technology
  • Best Employer Branding through Digital Innovation
  • HR Automation Excellence Award
  • Best Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Tech Initiative
  • Excellence in Remote & Hybrid Workforce Management
  • Best HRMS / HRIS Implementation
  • Workforce Transformation Excellence Award
  • Best Wellbeing & Engagement Tech Initiative

Investment Passes

1st Early Bird

₹10,000

+ GST

Valid till 28 February 2026

Register
2nd Early Bird

₹12,500

+ GST

Valid till 29 March 2026

Register
Awards Nomination

Fee Depends on Award Category

Valid till 22 April 2026

Register

For Sponsorship Opportunity Fill This Form


Disclaimer

Please note that the registration fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. If you are unable to attend the conference after completing your registration, a credit note will be issued, valid for one year from the date of issue. This credit note can be redeemed at any of our conferences across India.

If your organization offers products, services, or solutions related to this conference, please do not register as an attendee. Instead, you are welcome to join as a partner or sponsor. No refunds will be issued for such registrations.

It is the responsibility of the registrant to ensure the accuracy of all payment and registration details. For assistance, please contact our support team.