The 9th edition of the India 2030 Leadership Conclave 2026 concluded on a high note at the iconic ITC Maratha, bringing together a powerful convergence of industry leaders, changemakers, and cultural icons. Honouring India’s most influential leaders driving the next decade, the conclave presented its signature recognitions, The Extraordinaire, across 56 awards, with a few of them including Gaur Gopal Das (Transformational Thought Leader of the Year), Radhika Madan (Breakthrough Performer of the Year), Malaika Arora (Dynamic Business & Entertainment Icon), Manoj Bajpayee (The Acting Virtuoso Award), Nawazuddin Siddiqui (Power Packed Performer – Cinema), Shehnaaz Gill (People’s Choice Icon), and Boman Irani (Change Maker of Indian Cinema) alongside distinguished leaders from the business ecosystem including Chief Guest Shri.Pratap Sarnaik honourable Minister of Transport Government of Maharashtra, Ashishkumar Chauhan (Most Powerful CEO – Financial Services & Capital Markets), Dr. Mukesh Batra, Dr Batra’s (Most Trusted Brand – Healthcare), and Dr. Murtaza, Wockhardt, (Business Leadership Award – Healthcare Innovation) among others.
The evening featured engaging discussions led by some of India’s most respected voices in business and leadership. A key highlight was the fireside chat on “Building Brands That Endure: Trust, Legacy & Leadership in India 2030”, with Dr. Mukesh Batra and Dr. Akshay Batra, who shared insights on building enduring brands rooted in trust and legacy. Another defining moment was the presence of Sonu Sood, who, ahead of World Health Day (April 7), announced his initiative “Ab Rukna Nahi” to enable free knee replacement surgeries for those in need, reinforcing his commitment to meaningful social impact.
Speaking on the occasion, Sunil Agarwal, Whole Time Director, Kamdhenu Ltd, said:“The India 2030 Leadership Conclave serves as a powerful platform that brings together visionary leaders and change-makers shaping the future of India. It is inspiring to witness such diverse voices come together to drive conversations around innovation, leadership, and long-term impact.”
Commenting on the success of the conclave, Chandrika Maheshwari, Founder – India 2030 Leadership Conclave & Director, NexBrands Inc, and Saurav Dasgupta, Co-founder – India 2030 Leadership Conclave & CEO, NexBrands Inc, said: “The India 2030 Leadership Conclave was envisioned as a platform to bring together voices that are not just shaping industries, but defining the future of India. With every edition, our focus has been to create meaningful dialogue, recognise impactful leadership, and build a community that drives innovation with purpose. The overwhelming response to the 9th edition reinforces our belief that conversations around trust, innovation, and long-term impact are more relevant than ever as we move towards the next decade.”
The conclave honoured a diverse set of achievers across industries, recognising excellence, innovation, and impact:
Gaur Gopal Das – Transformational Thought Leader of the Year
Radhika Madan – Breakthrough Performer of the Year
Sunny Leone – Brand Builder of the Year (Lifestyle & Beauty)
Malaika Arora – Dynamic Business & Entertainment Icon
Manoj Bajpayee – The Acting Virtuoso Award
Ridhi Dogra – Power Achiever (OTT)
Amol Parashar – OTT Disruptor of the Year
Boman Irani – Change Maker of Indian Cinema
Nushrratt Bharuccha – OTT Impactful Performer
Pragya Kapoor – Purpose Driven Producer of the Year
Kriti Kharbanda – Breakthrough OTT Performance (Rana Naidu 2)
Mona Singh – Versatility Icon (OTT)
Dino Morea – Wellness Icon of the Year
Nawazuddin Siddiqui – Power Packed Performer (Cinema)
Shehnaaz Gill – People’s Choice Icon
Avneet Kaur – Gen Z Icon (Female)
Shantanu Maheshwari – Gen Z Icon (Male)
Rohini Iyer – Disruptive Entrepreneur of the Year
Sonu Sood – Social Impact Leader of the Year
Raashii Khanna – Excellence Across Cinema
Krishna Shroff – Digital Fitness Influencer
| Corporate Award Category | Winner | Company |
|---|---|---|
| Leading Ladies of Influence – Sustainable Industrial Solutions | — | Stryder Cycle Pvt Ltd |
| Most Trusted Brand – Health & Wellness | — | Nutriorg |
| Most Trusted Brand – Infrastructure & Engineering Consultancy | — | Aadhya Airtek |
| Most Trusted Brand – Education | — | The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education |
| Iconic Innovator – Gaming & Digital Entertainment | — | Krafton India |
| Fastest Growing Brand – Steel Manufacturing | — | Sambhv Steel Tubes Ltd |
| Most Powerful CEO – Financial Services & Capital Markets | Ashishkumar Chauhan | National Stock Exchange of India Ltd |
| Most Trusted Company – Industrial Manufacturing | — | Timken India Ltd |
| Most Powerful CEO – Manufacturing | Sanjay Koul | Timken India Ltd |
| Most Trusted Brand – Office Supplies & Workplace Solutions | — | Oddy Uniwraps |
| Most Trusted Brand – Infrastructure & Engineering Consultancy | — | Consulting Engineers Group Ltd |
| Kings of Luxury – Digital Retail | — | Tata CliQ Luxury |
| Emerging CEO of the Year – Consumer Technology | Sajeev Rajasekharan | TPV Technology India Pvt Ltd |
| Iconic Innovator – Renewable Energy & Sustainability | — | Sangreen Future Renewables |
| Most Trusted Brand – Infrastructure & Building Materials | — | Kamdhenu Ltd |
| Emerging Brand – Home Decor | — | Table & Twist |
| Most Popular Brand – Automotive Engineering & Components | — | Setco Auto System Pvt Ltd |
| Most Powerful CEO – Consumer Appliances | Rakesh Kaul | Livpure Pvt Ltd |
| Most Trusted Brand – Healthcare | — | Dr Batra’s ® Positive Healthcare Pvt Ltd |
| Most Trusted Brand – Diagnostics | — | Dr Lal Pathlabs |
| Emerging Brand – Music & Digital Content Distribution | — | Swalay |
| Iconic Brand of the Decade – Real Estate | — | My Home Constructions Pvt Ltd |
| Emerging Brand – Toys & Recreational Products | — | Funride Toys |
| Most Trusted Brand – OOH Advertising & Media | — | Khushi Advertising Ideas |
| Most Trusted Brand – Outdoor Media & Brand Communications | — | Art Media Ads |
| Iconic Brand of the Decade – Healthcare & Pharmaceutical | — | Schott Poonawalla |
| Most Trusted Brand – Asset Management | — | ICICI Prudential AMC |
| Sustainability Excellence – Responsible Finance & ESG Leadership | — | Muthoot Microfin |
| Visionary Leader of the Year – Arts & Philanthropy | Anu Menda | RMZ Foundation |
| Fastest Growing Brand – Building Materials & Interior Solutions | — | Amulya Mica |
| Iconic Innovators – Enlight AIOps Product | — | ESDS Software Solution |
| Transformative Leader of the Year – Manufacturing | Vijayanand Choudhury | Shreetech Data |
| Business Leadership Award – Healthcare Innovation | Dr. Murtaza Khorakiwala | Wockhardt Ltd |
| Global Brand of the Year – Retail and Consumer Commerce | — | Reliance Retail |
| Visionary Leader of the Year – Education | Dr Snehal Pinto | Ryan Group of Institutions |
Further strengthening its scale and visibility, the conclave is an initiative by NexBrands Inc, under the aegis of Brand Vision, powered by Kamdhenu Nxt, Luxury Partner, Landmark Mercedes, Outdoor Partner, Art Media, and Supported by People Who Matter, adding to the prestige and stature of the platform. With Times Now as the official telecast partner and IndiaTimes as the digital partner, the event witnessed strong amplification across broadcast and digital platforms.
With a compelling mix of insightful conversations, impactful announcements, and a stellar line-up of award winners, the India 2030 Leadership Conclave 2026 successfully reinforced its position as a definitive platform celebrating leadership, innovation, and the future of brands in India.
