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India 2030 Conclave 2026 honours 56 leaders across business, cinema
NexBrands event in Mumbai spotlights icons shaping India’s next decade
MUMBAI: The ninth edition of the India 2030 Leadership Conclave 2026 wrapped up in Mumbai, bringing together a cross-section of business leaders, entertainers and cultural voices, while recognising 56 standout achievers shaping India’s future.
Organised by NexBrands Inc, the conclave was held at ITC Maratha and focused on leadership, innovation and long-term impact as India looks ahead to the next decade.
Among the headline winners were Gaur Gopal Das, named transformational thought leader of the year, Radhika Madan as breakthrough performer, and Malaika Arora, recognised as a dynamic business and entertainment icon. Film veterans Manoj Bajpayee and Nawazuddin Siddiqui were honoured for their cinematic excellence, while Shehnaaz Gill and Boman Irani were also among the prominent awardees.
From the corporate world, Ashishkumar Chauhan was recognised as the most powerful CEO in financial services, while healthcare and innovation leaders such as Mukesh Batra and Dr Murtaza Khorakiwala were also honoured.
The event was attended by chief guest Pratap Sarnaik, underlining its growing stature as a platform that bridges governance, business and culture.
A key highlight was a fireside chat featuring Mukesh Batra and Akshay Batra, who discussed how trust and legacy are becoming central to brand building in an increasingly competitive landscape.
Another moment that stood out came from Sonu Sood, who used the platform to announce his “Ab Rukna Nahi” initiative aimed at enabling free knee replacement surgeries, reinforcing the event’s blend of business dialogue and social impact.
“The India 2030 Leadership Conclave serves as a powerful platform that brings together visionary leaders and change-makers shaping the future of India,” said Kamdhenu Ltd whole time director Sunil Agarwal.
Echoing the sentiment, NexBrands Inc founder Chandrika Maheshwari said the conclave was designed to spotlight voices shaping industries and the nation’s future, while CEO Saurav Dasgupta added that conversations around trust and innovation are becoming increasingly relevant.
With participation from sectors ranging from entertainment and healthcare to manufacturing and digital innovation, the conclave also handed out a wide array of corporate honours to brands such as Tata CliQ Luxury, Reliance Retail and ICICI Prudential AMC.
Backed by partners including Kamdhenu Nxt and supported by media platforms like Times Now and IndiaTimes, the event saw strong amplification across broadcast and digital channels.
As the curtains fall on its ninth edition, the conclave continues to cement its place as a meeting ground for ideas, influence and ambition, capturing the pulse of a rapidly evolving India.
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Creative Galileo appoints Manish Doshi as Chief Operating Officer
Edtech platform brings in education veteran to drive next phase of growth.
MUMBAI: Creative Galileo has just found the perfect formula to accelerate its growth by bringing in a man who has spent over two decades helping shape the future of learning. The leading early learning and edtech platform today announced the appointment of Manish Doshi as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Doshi brings more than 20 years of rich experience across the global education ecosystem, including over 18 years with Cambridge University Press & Assessment and a stint with Oxford University Press.
In his new role, Manish will oversee operations as Creative Galileo continues to expand its presence across homes, classrooms, and institutional learning ecosystems in India and international markets.
Creative Galileo founder Prerna Jhunjhunwala said, “I’m pleased to welcome Manish Doshi as chief operating officer. As we expand our learning platforms across both local and global boards, Manish will help drive the next phase of growth and strengthen our engagement with schools, teachers and families.”
The appointment comes at a key moment in the company’s journey as it aims to make high-quality, engaging early learning accessible to millions of children while deepening partnerships with educational institutions worldwide.
From Cambridge to Creative Galileo, Manish Doshi has clearly mastered the art of building strong foundations and now he’s ready to help shape the next chapter of one of India’s promising early learning platforms.
