Changing the Orbit: IIMBue 2026 Leadership Conclave Set for Augus - Over 1,500 Leaders expected

Designed to confront macroeconomic shifts and accelerating market realities, this year’s discussions will anchor on three vital strategic tracks.

IIM Bangalore Alumni Association to host Leadership Conclave *IIMBue 2026 on August 1-2 in Bengaluru

Over 1,500 leaders, innovators, policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, academicians and alumni to gather in Bengaluru for one of India's largest alumni-led leadership conclaves

As businesses confront unprecedented disruption driven by artificial intelligence, shifting geopolitics and rapidly evolving markets, IIMBue 2026 is set to bring together some of the country's most influential minds to explore one compelling question: How do leaders change their orbit and that of the companies they run, instead of simply staying on course?

Organised by the IIM Bangalore Alumni Association (IIMBAA), the two-day leadership conclave will be held on August 1–2, 2026, at The Leela Bhartiya City, Bengaluru. Built around the theme "Changing the Orbit," the event will bring together more than 1,500 delegates and an influential mix of innovators, policymakers, entrepreneurs, business leaders, investors, academicians and alumni from across the world to explore new pathways for growth, leadership and transformation.

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Unlike conventional leadership conferences that focus on managing change, "Changing the Orbit" challenges leaders to rethink their trajectory altogether—to break free from incremental progress, embrace bold thinking and move to a higher orbit of innovation, impact and sustainable growth.

Recognised as one of India's largest alumni-led leadership platforms, IIMBue has become a vibrant forum where leaders from business, government, healthcare, technology, finance, media, sports and the creative industries come together to exchange ideas that influence the future of enterprise and society.

The 2026 edition will feature an impressive line-up of speakers, including Mr. Noel Naval Tata, Chairman, Tata Trusts, Mr. Siddharth Sharma, CEO, Tata Trusts; Mr. G.V. Prasad, Co-Chairman & Managing Director, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories; Mr. Anand Ramamoorthy, Founding Managing Director, Micron India; renowned diplomat Ambassador Deepak Vohra; acclaimed actors Mr. Boman Irani & Ms. Bhumi Pednekar, alongside several other distinguished leaders from industry, public policy and academia.

This year's programme will revolve around three defining themes:
• New Geometry of Power – Understanding the shifting global economic and geopolitical landscape.
• Redesigning Trajectory – How organisations can reinvent themselves to remain resilient and competitive.
• Tech for Future Orbits – Exploring how artificial intelligence, deep technology and digital innovation are reshaping industries and leadership.

The conclave will feature keynote addresses, fireside conversations, interactive panel discussions and networking sessions covering some of today's most pressing issues, including:
• From Influence to Impact: Shaping Society for Tomorrow
• From Molecules to Markets: Scaling Healthcare Across Borders
• The Gravity Shift: Leadership in a Multipolar World
• Frontier Technologies Reshaping India's Future
• Rewiring the System in the Era of AI
• Beyond the Screen: Stories, Stardom & the Art of Reinvention
• The New Architecture of Growth
• Beyond the Scoreboard: Sport's Next Growth Orbit

Speaking about the event, Harish Mittal, President, IIM Bangalore Alumni Association, said: "The pace of change today demands leaders who are willing to rethink assumptions, challenge established models and create entirely new growth trajectories. IIMBue 2026 is designed to inspire exactly those conversations. With leaders from boardrooms, venture capital, private equity, entrepreneurship, academia and public policy coming together, the conclave offers a unique opportunity to understand emerging trends, identify new opportunities and shape the future of leadership."

Adding to the experience, Venture Showcase will connect promising startups with investors, mentors and strategic partners, while the IIMB Alumni Authors' Nook will showcase thought-provoking books written by alumni, creating opportunities for conversations beyond the conference stage.

Over the years, IIMBue has evolved into a sought-after platform for cross-sector dialogue, bringing together distinguished personalities from business, public policy, healthcare, sports, science and the arts. The 2026 edition promises to continue that tradition by creating conversations that are not just about responding to change—but about redefining the future.

As the world searches for new models of leadership, innovation and growth, IIMBue 2026 aims to provide the ideas, insights and connections that can help leaders move beyond today's challenges—and into their next orbit.

Baryl Vanneihsangi speaks out on challenges of being first time MLA in Indian politics

Baryl Vanneihsangi, the youngest first-time woman legislator in Mizoram is a journalist who rose to become Mizoram's youngest MLA, sheds light on the challenges and pressure of being a first-time legislator and a woman in Indian politics on Day 2 of India Today Conclave 2024 held in Dalhi. 

Mizoram's Baryl Vanneihsangi, who has etched history as the youngest MLA in the northeastern state, shed light on her inclination to serve the community and her motivation to stay relevant in the political arena. She admitted to having been born and brought up in a patriarchal society and the challenges she faces as a woman legislator.

Speaking at the India Today Conclave 2024, Baryl Vanneihsangi spoke about her decision to plunge into Mizoram politics and her life before that.

"Prior to plunging into state politics, I had the privilege to serve the community as a media person for seven to eight years. It was a fulfilling experience. The reason I say fulfilling is that many of the viewers might think that entertainment is something that just amuses you, or you have fun with and, later on, waste your time. But to me, entertainment imparts education, knowledge and information," she said.

On her inclination to serve people through politics, Baryl Vanneihsangi said, "Life of the people that I was serving through television, so I became interested in pursuing politics as it allows you to truly work for people and with people. The mission perfectly matched my passion."

Baryl Vanneihsangi, 32, not only became the youngest MLA in Mizoram but also stands as the first woman to take charge of an Assembly session in the state's history. Her journey to the historic milestone began with her victory in the December 2023 election, where she triumphed in the Aizawl South-III constituency under the banner of the Zoram People's Movement (ZPM), securing victory by a margin of 1,414 votes.

Beyond her political milestones, Baryl Vanneihsangi's influence extends to the digital realm, boasting a considerable following of over 252k on Instagram.

On having been inducted as the youngest MLA in Mizoram and the two months since she assumed the office and her expectations, she said, "I have pressure on my shoulders, the seniors, veterans sometimes tell me what to do and what not to about the approach, and I'm always in dilemma. But later, I follow my heart and hear the voices inside my head, and look back at the reasons why I entered politics. Let's see now for the next five years (as an MLA)."

ON WOMEN EMPOWERMENT AND GENDER INCLUSIVITY

Speaking about the Women's Reservation Bill and politics in India, she said, "Born and brought up in a patriarchal society, I did have a lot of obstacles even during the campaign, not only as an MLA but even as a corporator (in the civic body), which was my previous profession. But those disadvantages can always turn into advantages of mine. But why do I bother? Why not utilise it as a stepping stone to climb the higher ladder?

"When you're optimistic, you can overcome anything. Everyone asked me about women's reservations, but you should not seek a reservation just because you are a woman," she opined.