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3rd INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
on
Circular Economy in India @100 (IC-SOBD-26)
19th & 20th February 2026
ABOUT SOIL
SOIL Institute of Management was established in 2008 when top executives of several corporations and spiritual thinkers got together to address the most difficult challenge of changing the reality of our current times, for a better tomorrow. SOIL was co-created by 32 leading companies and supported by 25 NGOs with the aim to build Leaders with character, competence and enthusiasm. We believe that businesses, in course of their routine operations can create social good, ecological balance, sustainable development and healthy international relations if they choose to act in inspired ways. Our learning methodology can inculcate inspired thinking and consequently inspired actions in the business leaders of the future who will contribute to the triple bottom line of social wellbeing, ecological sustainability, and shareholder.
SOIL School of Business Design (SSOBD) is a premier business education institution dedicated to reinforcing leadership and innovation. With a unique blend of design thinking and management education, SSOBD equips students with the skills and mindset necessary to thrive in today’s dynamic business environment. The institute prides itself on its commitment to sustainability, ethics, and holistic development, preparing future leaders to create positive social and economic impacts.
ABOUT CONFERENCE
The 3rd International Conference on Circular Economy in India @100 (IC-SOBD-26), 19th & 20th February 2026 is designed to serve as a vibrant platform for stimulating scholarly conversations, practical insights, and forward-looking strategies that can support India’s transition toward a truly circular and sustainable economic model. As the nation progresses toward its centenary, it stands at a pivotal moment to reimagine how resources are produced, used, and restored. The circular economy framework based on regeneration, waste minimization, and resource efficiency has emerged as a powerful pathway for ensuring that economic advancement goes hand in hand with ecological stewardship and social inclusion. We invite contributions from a broad spectrum of participants including scholars, sustainability practitioners, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and students who are working at the intersection of environment, business, and society. The conference particularly welcomes research that offers actionable insights, empirical evidence, innovative methodologies, and interdisciplinary approaches to building a circular economy for India. Whether your work focuses on community-level initiatives, industry driven circular practices, design-led transformations, or large-scale policy interventions, this platform offers an opportunity to showcase ideas that can contribute to India’s broader sustainability agenda. Through keynote sessions, paper presentations and workshops, the Circular Economy in India @100 Conference seeks to bring together thought leaders and emerging voices committed to shaping an economy that is regenerative by design. We encourage you to submit your work and join us in exploring pathways to a greener and more resilient India.
Why submit to the Circular Economy in India@100 Conference?
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National Relevance: Influence India’s circular economy pathways for 2047 and beyond.
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Interdisciplinary Engagement: A platform where management, policy, design, engineering, and social sciences meet.
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Applied Impact: Present ideas that empower communities, transform industries, and strengthen climate-positive development.
Who Should Attend:
Academicians and Researchers in sustainability, economics, business, design, environmental science, and policy. Industry Professionals and Entrepreneurs working in manufacturing, packaging, supply chain, product design, and innovation. Government and Policy Makers involved in environment, industry, trade, and urban planning. NGOs, Think Tanks, and Development Agencies focused on climate action, social innovation, and sustainable development. Students and Young Professionals aspiring to contribute to sustainability and regenerative design.
CHIEF GUEST

Namrata is a recognized leader in sustainability and ESG with deep expertise in helping organizations embed responsible business practices into strategy and operations. As Partner and National Head of ESG at KPMG in India, she has worked with leading Indian and multinational companies across sectors including manufacturing, finance, transportation, fashion, healthcare, and retail. Her work spans four core pillars: building sustainability-based business models, leveraging technology at scale, green skilling, and sustainability learning. In addition to advising clients on net zero adoption and value chain transformation,
Namrata Rana
National Head of ESG & Partner, KPMG India
Namrata contributes extensively to thought leadership through books, case studies, and over 250 published articles on sustainability. She is also an accomplished educator, conducting leadership workshops and contributing to global curricula on sustainability and ESG, with recognition from the Financial Times, Economic Times, and the Government of India for her impact in the field.