Eduverse Summit India 2026 – Agenda
- 4 February 2026
- India International Centre, New Delhi
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Summit Schedule
A full day of global conversations, partnerships, and recognition in higher education.
Morning Block | Global Trends and New Frontiers
08:00 AM – 09:00 AM
Event Registration and Welcome Networking
Delegate check-in, morning coffee, and informal networking in the exhibition area.
09:00 AM – 09:10 AM
Opening Ceremony
Formal inauguration of Eduverse Summit India 2026, setting the vision for global collaboration, innovation, and the future of international education.
09:10 AM – 09:25 AM
Keynote Address
Adj. Prof., Dr. Liisa J. Toivonen, Counsellor, Science and Higher Education Policy, Embassy of Finland, New Delhi
The Future of Education Policy, Innovation, and Sustainability
Highlighting how education systems can respond to workforce transformation, technology, and global competitiveness.
09:25 AM – 09:40 AM
Keynote Address
Padma Jaiswal, IAS, Secretary to the Government, Government of NCT of Delhi
Governance, Education, and Employability, Building Future Ready Talent for a Global India
09:40 AM – 09:55 AM
Keynote Address
Jugnu Roy, Director of Engagement – East Asia & India, Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao
New Zealand and India in Global Education: Building Trusted, Future Ready Partnerships
09:55 AM – 10:10 AM
Keynote Address
Siddharth Rajhans
Diplomat | Thought Leader | Distinguished Professor, Government of India | United Nations
India as a Global Education Powerhouse: Diplomacy, Policy, and the Next Decade of International Collaboration
10:10 AM – 11:00 AM
Panel Discussion 1
India as a TNE Innovation Hub: Partnerships, Policy, and New Pathways
Panelists:
- Adj. Prof., Dr. Liisa J. Toivonen, Counsellor, Science and Higher Education Policy, Embassy of Finland, New Delhi
- Dr. Kamlesh Vyas, Partner, Education, Deloitte India
- Dr. Sagaya Amalathas, Director of Learning and Teaching, University of Southampton, Delhi
- Sean Dyer, Regional Manager, South Asia, Loughborough University
- Shweta Jain, Vice President, Channel Management, Credila
11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
Tea / Coffee Break and Networking
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Panel Discussion 2
Canada Unlocked: Collaboration, Innovation, and Global Education Leadership
Highlighting Canada’s leadership in global education with a renewed focus on collaboration, talent pathways, and future readiness.
Panelists:
- Dr. Gina Antonacci, Senior Vice President, Academic (SVPA), Humber Polytechnic
- Dr. Glen Lowry, CEO, Edufirm
- Nadira Hamid, CEO, Indo Canadian Business Chamber
12:15 PM – 01:15 PM
Panel Discussion 3
AI, Big Data, and the Human Touch: Balancing Technology with Inclusivity
A forward-looking discussion on digital transformation with a strong focus on human-centred learning.
Panelists:
- Anil Srinivasan, Founder, Kruu
- Anish Baheti, Ikigai Coach, Author, TEDx Speaker, Founder, Train My Brain
- Prof. Pavana Kiranmai Chepuri, Director of Strategy and Operations, Woxsen University
- Shankar Muralidharan, Chief Marketing Officer, Prestige University, Indore
- Siddharth Rajhans, Diplomat, Thought Leader, Distinguished Professor, Government of India and United Nations
01:15 PM – 01:30 PM
- Auxilo – Presentation by Shweta Guru, Chief Business Officer, Education Loans (Overseas), Auxilo
- A focused presentation on how structured overseas education financing is enabling student mobility and supporting institutions through smarter, accessible loan solutions.
01:30 PM – 01:45 PM
- Kruu – Presentation by Anil Srinivasan, Founder, Kruu
- Topic – Being a Professor in 2026 – Classroom Realities and the Urgency for TNE
01:45 PM – 02:00 PM
- Open Exhibition and Networking
- Delegates engage with exhibitors, partners, and sponsors across the exhibition floor.
02:00 PM – 03:00 PM
Networking Lunch
An hour dedicated to meaningful conversations and relationship building among institutions, sponsors, and delegates.
Afternoon Block | Innovation, Employability and Partnerships
03:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Panel Discussion 4
France: Europe’s Booming International Education Hub
Understanding France’s growing appeal, progressive visa policies, and a rapidly evolving research ecosystem.
Panelists:
- Fabien Chareix, Attaché for Scientific and Academic Cooperation, French Embassy in India
- Christopher Cripps, Vice President for Europe and International Affairs, Institut Polytechnique de Paris
02:50 PM – 03:10 PM
Sponsor Presentation III
A dynamic showcase of partnership impact stories and institutional innovation.
04:00 PM – 04:15 PM
Tea / Coffee Break
04:15 PM – 04:20 PM
Official launch of the whitepaper “Developing the Space Education Ecosystem for the 2040 Trillion Dollar Space Economy”, jointly developed by Navars Edutech and SN Mentoring Consultancy Services, and co-branded with MSM Unify, bringing industry, academia, and future workforce perspectives together.
04:20 PM – 05:30 PM
Panel Discussion 5
The International Student Journey: From Recruitment to Career Outcomes
Institutions and global service providers explore collaborative approaches to support international students across admissions, onboarding, wellbeing, employability, and post-study transitions
Panelists:
- Gaurav Prasad, Senior Sales Manager, Moodle
- Shweta Guru, Chief Business Officer, Education Loans (Overseas), Auxilo
- Stephen Carey, Co-Founder and Senior Advisor, English Language Standards Advisory Authority (ELSAA)
05:30 PM – 05:40 PM
Closing Remarks
Shaping Tomorrow: Education, Technology, and the Global South.
Evening Block | Celebration and Connection
06:30 PM – 07:30 PM
Cultural Performances
A vibrant showcase celebrating creativity, collaboration, and cultural diversity.
07:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Gala Dinner
A celebratory evening bringing together global education leaders, partners, and dignitaries.
Morning Block | Global Trends and New Frontiers
08:00 AM – 09:00 AM
Event Registration and Welcome Networking
Delegate check-in, morning coffee, and informal networking in the exhibition area.
09:00 AM – 09:10 AM
Opening Ceremony
Formal inauguration of Eduverse Summit India 2026, setting the vision for global collaboration, innovation, and the future of international education.
09:10 AM – 09:25 AM
Keynote Address
Adj. Prof., Dr. Liisa J. Toivonen, Counsellor, Science and Higher Education Policy, Embassy of Finland, New Delhi
The Future of Education Policy, Innovation, and Sustainability
Highlighting how education systems can respond to workforce transformation, technology, and global competitiveness.
09:25 AM – 09:40 AM
Keynote Address
Padma Jaiswal, IAS, Secretary to the Government, Government of NCT of Delhi
Governance, Education, and Employability, Building Future Ready Talent for a Global India
09:40 AM – 09:55 AM
Keynote Address
Jugnu Roy, Director of Engagement – East Asia & India, Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao
New Zealand and India in Global Education: Building Trusted, Future Ready Partnerships
09:55 AM – 10:10 AM
Keynote Address
Siddharth Rajhans
Diplomat | Thought Leader | Distinguished Professor, Government of India | United Nations
India as a Global Education Powerhouse: Diplomacy, Policy, and the Next Decade of International Collaboration
10:10 AM – 11:00 AM
Panel Discussion 1
India as a TNE Innovation Hub: Partnerships, Policy, and New Pathways
Panelists:
- Adj. Prof., Dr. Liisa J. Toivonen, Counsellor, Science and Higher Education Policy, Embassy of Finland, New Delhi
- Dr. Kamlesh Vyas, Partner, Education, Deloitte India
- Dr. Sagaya Amalathas, Director of Learning and Teaching, University of Southampton, Delhi
- Sean Dyer, Regional Manager, South Asia, Loughborough University
- Shweta Jain, Vice President, Channel Management, Credila
11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
Tea / Coffee Break and Networking
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Panel Discussion 2
Canada Unlocked: Collaboration, Innovation, and Global Education Leadership
Highlighting Canada’s leadership in global education with a renewed focus on collaboration, talent pathways, and future readiness.
Panelists:
- Dr. Gina Antonacci, Senior Vice President, Academic (SVPA), Humber Polytechnic
- Dr. Glen Lowry, CEO, Edufirm
- Nadira Hamid, CEO, Indo Canadian Business Chamber
12:15 PM – 01:15 PM
Panel Discussion 3
AI, Big Data, and the Human Touch: Balancing Technology with Inclusivity
A forward-looking discussion on digital transformation with a strong focus on human-centred learning.
Panelists:
- Anil Srinivasan, Founder, Kruu
- Anish Baheti, Ikigai Coach, Author, TEDx Speaker, Founder, Train My Brain
- Prof. Pavana Kiranmai Chepuri, Director of Strategy and Operations, Woxsen University
- Shankar Muralidharan, Chief Marketing Officer, Prestige University, Indore
- Siddharth Rajhans, Diplomat, Thought Leader, Distinguished Professor, Government of India and United Nations
01:15 PM – 01:30 PM
- Auxilo – Presentation by Shweta Guru, Chief Business Officer, Education Loans (Overseas), Auxilo
- A focused presentation on how structured overseas education financing is enabling student mobility and supporting institutions through smarter, accessible loan solutions.
01:30 PM – 01:45 PM
- Kruu – Presentation by Anil Srinivasan, Founder, Kruu
- Topic – Being a Professor in 2026 – Classroom Realities and the Urgency for TNE
01:45 PM – 02:00 PM
- Open Exhibition and Networking
- Delegates engage with exhibitors, partners, and sponsors across the exhibition floor.
02:00 PM – 03:00 PM
Networking Lunch
An hour dedicated to meaningful conversations and relationship building among institutions, sponsors, and delegates.
Morning Block | Global Trends and New Frontiers
08:00 AM – 09:00 AM
Event Registration and Welcome Networking
Delegate check-in, morning coffee, and informal networking in the exhibition area.
09:00 AM – 09:10 AM
Opening Ceremony
Formal inauguration of Eduverse Summit India 2026, setting the vision for global collaboration, innovation, and the future of international education.
09:10 AM – 09:25 AM
Keynote Address
Adj. Prof., Dr. Liisa J. Toivonen, Counsellor, Science and Higher Education Policy, Embassy of Finland, New Delhi
The Future of Education Policy, Innovation, and Sustainability
Highlighting how education systems can respond to workforce transformation, technology, and global competitiveness.
09:25 AM – 09:40 AM
Keynote Address
Padma Jaiswal, IAS, Secretary to the Government, Government of NCT of Delhi
Governance, Education, and Employability, Building Future Ready Talent for a Global India
09:40 AM – 09:55 AM
Keynote Address
Jugnu Roy, Director of Engagement – East Asia & India, Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao
New Zealand and India in Global Education: Building Trusted, Future Ready Partnerships
09:55 AM – 10:10 AM
Keynote Address
Siddharth Rajhans
Diplomat | Thought Leader | Distinguished Professor, Government of India | United Nations
India as a Global Education Powerhouse: Diplomacy, Policy, and the Next Decade of International Collaboration
10:10 AM – 11:00 AM
Panel Discussion 1
India as a TNE Innovation Hub: Partnerships, Policy, and New Pathways
Panelists:
- Adj. Prof., Dr. Liisa J. Toivonen, Counsellor, Science and Higher Education Policy, Embassy of Finland, New Delhi
- Dr. Kamlesh Vyas, Partner, Education, Deloitte India
- Dr. Sagaya Amalathas, Director of Learning and Teaching, University of Southampton, Delhi
- Sean Dyer, Regional Manager, South Asia, Loughborough University
- Shweta Jain, Vice President, Channel Management, Credila
11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
Tea / Coffee Break and Networking
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Panel Discussion 2
Canada Unlocked: Collaboration, Innovation, and Global Education Leadership
Highlighting Canada’s leadership in global education with a renewed focus on collaboration, talent pathways, and future readiness.
Panelists:
- Dr. Gina Antonacci, Senior Vice President, Academic (SVPA), Humber Polytechnic
- Dr. Glen Lowry, CEO, Edufirm
- Nadira Hamid, CEO, Indo Canadian Business Chamber
12:15 PM – 01:15 PM
Panel Discussion 3
AI, Big Data, and the Human Touch: Balancing Technology with Inclusivity
A forward-looking discussion on digital transformation with a strong focus on human-centred learning.
Panelists:
- Anil Srinivasan, Founder, Kruu
- Anish Baheti, Ikigai Coach, Author, TEDx Speaker, Founder, Train My Brain
- Prof. Pavana Kiranmai Chepuri, Director of Strategy and Operations, Woxsen University
- Shankar Muralidharan, Chief Marketing Officer, Prestige University, Indore
- Siddharth Rajhans, Diplomat, Thought Leader, Distinguished Professor, Government of India and United Nations
01:15 PM – 01:30 PM
- Auxilo – Presentation by Shweta Guru, Chief Business Officer, Education Loans (Overseas), Auxilo
- A focused presentation on how structured overseas education financing is enabling student mobility and supporting institutions through smarter, accessible loan solutions.
01:30 PM – 01:45 PM
- Kruu – Presentation by Anil Srinivasan, Founder, Kruu
01:45 PM – 02:00 PM
- Open Exhibition and Networking
- Delegates engage with exhibitors, partners, and sponsors across the exhibition floor.
02:00 PM – 03:00 PM
Networking Lunch
An hour dedicated to meaningful conversations and relationship building among institutions, sponsors, and delegates.
Afternoon Block | Innovation, Employability and Partnerships
03:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Panel Discussion 4
France: Europe’s Booming International Education Hub
Understanding France’s growing appeal, progressive visa policies, and a rapidly evolving research ecosystem.
Panelists:
- Fabien Chareix, Attaché for Scientific and Academic Cooperation, French Embassy in India
- Christopher Cripps, Vice President for Europe and International Affairs, Institut Polytechnique de Paris
02:50 PM – 03:10 PM
Sponsor Presentation III
A dynamic showcase of partnership impact stories and institutional innovation.
04:00 PM – 04:15 PM
Tea / Coffee Break
04:15 PM – 04:20 PM
Official launch of the whitepaper “Developing the Space Education Ecosystem for the 2040 Trillion Dollar Space Economy”, jointly developed by Navars Edutech and SN Mentoring Consultancy Services, and co-branded with MSM Unify, bringing industry, academia, and future workforce perspectives together.
04:20 PM – 05:30 PM
Panel Discussion 5
The International Student Journey: From Recruitment to Career Outcomes
Institutions and global service providers explore collaborative approaches to support international students across admissions, onboarding, wellbeing, employability, and post-study transitions
Panelists:
- Gaurav Prasad, Senior Sales Manager, Moodle
- Shweta Guru, Chief Business Officer, Education Loans (Overseas), Auxilo
- Stephen Carey, Co-Founder and Senior Advisor, English Language Standards Advisory Authority (ELSAA)
05:30 PM – 05:40 PM
Closing Remarks
Shaping Tomorrow: Education, Technology, and the Global South.
Evening Block | Celebration and Connection
06:30 PM – 07:30 PM
Cultural Performances
A vibrant showcase celebrating creativity, collaboration, and cultural diversity.
07:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Gala Dinner
A celebratory evening bringing together global education leaders, partners, and dignitaries.
Exhibition Access
The exhibition area will remain open throughout the day for delegate engagement and partner showcases.
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Venue: India International Centre, New Delhi
Date: February 4, 2026 | New Delhi
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