Hyderabad Economic Forum 2026
The Hyderabad Economic Forum at SAS is a premier platform that brings together founders, investors, policymakers, industry leaders, innovators, GCC executives, educators and changemakers to discuss the ideas, opportunities and trends shaping the future of Hyderabad and India.
Over two days, the forum will host keynote addresses, fireside chats and panel discussions featuring some of the country’s most influential voices across business, technology, healthcare, education, real estate, retail, hospitality and public policy.
Designed to foster meaningful dialogue, collaboration and new opportunities, the forum serves as a catalyst for innovation, investment and economic growth while showcasing Hyderabad’s emergence as one of the world’s leading hubs for enterprise and innovation.
Join us for powerful conversations, valuable networking and insights that will shape the next era of growth and innovation.
Event Agenda
Day 1 | June 19, 2026
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Keynote: Hyderabad – The City Shaping India’s Future
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11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Panel Discussion: Hyderabad Unicorns: Billion-Dollar Wave from Hyderabad
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11:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Fireside Chat: Hyderabad’s Sporting Future
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12:15 PM – 1:00 PM
Panel Discussion: Financial Literacy
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1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Networking Lunch
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2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
Panel Discussion: Hyderabad’s Life Sciences GCC Revolution
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2:45 PM – 3:30 PM
Fireside Chat: Ease of Doing Business: The Telangana Growth Story
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3:30 PM – 4:15 PM
Panel Discussion: Hyderabad – India’s GCC Capital
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4:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Hi-Tea Break
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4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Keynote: Healthcare Innovation from Hyderabad to the World
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5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Panel Discussion: Chefpreneurs Panel
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5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Day 1 Summary and Closing Note
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Day 2 | June 20, 2026
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Keynote: India’s Global Economic Opportunity
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11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Panel Discussion: From Banking to Digital Ecosystems
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11:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Fireside Chat: India & The World: Innovation & Talent
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12:15 PM – 1:00 PM
Panel Discussion: The Rise of New Age Schools
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1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Networking Lunch
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2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
Panel Discussion: The Future of Shopping
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2:45 PM – 3:30 PM
Fireside Chat: Is the Movie Theatre Experience Dying – or Evolving?
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3:30 PM – 4:15 PM
Panel Discussion: Is Hyderabad India’s Most Promising Real Estate Market?
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4:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Day 2 Summary
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Theme: Shaping the Next Era of Growth & Innovation
Venue: SAS iTower, Khajaguda, Hyderabad
Dates: June 19 & 20, 2026
Organised by SAS Infra

