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India’s plant-based sector is emerging as a key driver of economic growth, nutrition security, and climate resilience. This plenary brings together policymakers and industry leaders to explore how India can scale from farm to global markets, unlocking trade, strengthening farmer value chains, and advancing equitable access to plant-based nutrition.

Can skincare be effective, ethical, and sustainable at the same time? In this engaging session, Shriti Malhotra shares her personal perspective on ethical living, conscious consumerism, and her journey in leading purpose-driven beauty across the region.

Exploring the shift toward cruelty-free practices, vegan-friendly formulations, responsibly sourced ingredients, and reduced-impact packaging, the conversation will unpack how consumer expectations are reshaping the future of skincare. Alongside industry transformation, the session will also bring in a personal lens on ethical living: how everyday choices, from what we apply on our skin to what we support as consumers, can reflect larger values around sustainability, transparency, and compassion.

What does it take to start a 100% plant-based café in India? This masterclass offers a grounded look at building and running a plant-based food business in an evolving market.

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As consumer preferences rapidly evolve, legacy companies are increasingly looking toward emerging D2C and plant-based brands to shape the future of consumption. This session explores how Marico is building a future-forward growth strategy through innovation, strategic investments, and a sharper focus on evolving consumer behavior.

From identifying emerging categories to supporting purpose-driven startups, the conversation will unpack the thinking, insights, and behind-the-scenes decisions shaping the company’s approach to the next generation of brand building.

Hear inspiring stories of 3 people who have successfully introduced plant-based options in their organizations. Get inspired by their outlook, strategy on how to overcome challenges and understanding positioning while creating impact.

As the world moves away from resource-intensive materials, India is quietly leading a biomaterials revolution. From Plant-based leather to sustainable packaging, a new generation of innovators is reshaping manufacturing at its core. This session unpacks how India is positioning itself at the forefront of this transition, and what it means for businesses, consumers, and the future of sustainable production.

This session will focus on how businesses can incorporate plant-forward approaches into their operations, including procurement, food service, and events. It will highlight practical considerations, real-world applications, and the broader relevance of food systems within sustainability strategies.

Watch a culinary expert craft delicious, dairy-free coffee creations using SoGood’s plant-based goodness. Discover how sustainable ingredients can elevate your daily brew—one cup at a time.

The biggest growth in plant-based is coming from flexitarians. Fueled by health-conscious choices, this shift is redefining how vegan foods are positioned, formulated, and marketed. This session explores the key cues brands must understand to meet flexitarian expectations and ride the wave of the healthy foods movement.

What started as a health-led shift is becoming a full-fledged category. This session unpacks how dairy-free brands are moving beyond niche audiences to capture mainstream consumers—through better taste, improved formats, and wider distribution.
With a significant portion of the population experiencing lactose intolerance, alongside a rising base of dairy-free, vegan, and health-conscious consumers, the opportunity extends far beyond a niche segment. From functional necessity to lifestyle choice, this category is unlocking a powerful business case—spanning retail shelves, quick commerce, and food service. Join BigBasket, Plantacious and TetraPak as they explore how evolving consumer demand is shaping one of India’s most promising food segments.

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