Archive · 14 Sep 2026
World Circular Economy Forum Comes to South Asia
Gandhinagar in Gujarat will host an important meeting about using resources more wisely.
It will be the first World Circular Economy Forum held in South Asia.
More than 2,000 people from over 65 countries are expected to attend.
They will discuss ways to reuse, repair and recycle products instead of throwing them away.
The meeting will also explore technology, jobs, investment and government policies.
An exhibition will show ideas from start-ups and other innovators.
The main event will take place at Mahatma Mandir on September 15 and 16.
More online, hybrid and in-person sessions will continue on September 17 and 18.
Gandhinagar will host the first World Circular Economy Forum in South Asia at Mahatma Mandir on September 15 and 16.
More than 2,000 participants from over 65 countries are expected to attend the forum.
Discussions will cover circular finance, resource efficiency, innovation, technology, policy and international cooperation.
An exhibition with more than 125 exhibitors will showcase circular-economy solutions and investment-ready innovations.
The wider programme will include 80 accelerator sessions from September 17 to 18 in Gandhinagar and other locations worldwide.
- Who
- The forum will bring together governments, businesses, researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, academicians and other stakeholders, with more than 2,000 participants expected from over 65 countries.
- What
- The World Circular Economy Forum will discuss resource efficiency, circular finance, innovation, sustainable production and international cooperation.
- When
- The main forum is scheduled for September 15 and 16, followed by 80 accelerator sessions on September 17 and 18.
- Where
- The main event will be held at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, with additional sessions in Gandhinagar and other locations worldwide.
- Why
- The forum aims to promote systems that reuse materials and products, showcase India’s initiatives and strengthen cooperation, particularly among countries of the Global South.
- Host city
- Gandhinagar, Gujarat
- Venue
- Mahatma Mandir
- Main dates
- September 15–16
- Expected participation
- More than 2,000 stakeholders from over 65 countries
- Exhibition
- More than 125 national and international exhibitors
- Main programme
- Four plenary sessions and 16 thematic sessions
- Extended programme
- 80 accelerator sessions on September 17–18