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VBC Ahmedabad: Business Conference for MSMEs & Enterprise
Every September, Viksit Bharat Conferences comes to Ahmedabad for a two-day mega event — a full conference day of sector panels and keynotes that produces 18 White Papers, followed by the Viksit Bharat Awards.
VBC Ahmedabad at a Glance
| When | September, every year |
| Editions | Five editions over the 60-month roadmap (Editions 5, 11, 17, 23 and 29) |
| Strategic focus | MSMEs, Entrepreneurship, Industrial Growth & Sustainable Development |
| Format | Day 1: Viksit Bharat Conference (Hall One and Hall Two) · Day 2: Viksit Bharat Awards |
| Sessions | 10 GDP Focus Sector panels per edition, plus Hyper Focus Sector keynotes |
| Output | 18 White Papers per edition — nine from Hall One, nine from Hall Two |
| Venue | Announced as the edition approaches, together with confirmed speakers and session topics |
Ahmedabad is one of VBC's six power cities. The annual circuit runs January Mumbai, March Bengaluru, May Hyderabad, July Chennai, September Ahmedabad and November Delhi. See the full 60-month calendar →
Why Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad is the commercial heart of Gujarat, one of India's most industrialised states, with a deep base of MSMEs, family businesses and manufacturers. Confirmed as VBC's sixth power city, it hosts the edition focused on enterprise, industrial growth and sustainable development — reflecting Gujarat's manufacturing and entrepreneurial strength.
Two Days in Ahmedabad
What Happens at VBC Ahmedabad
Every session is a one-hour White Paper Manufacturing™ session. Research starts eight weeks earlier, so the live debate in Ahmedabad ratifies a paper that is then published and shared with government.
Day 1 · Hall One
Leadership & Policy Knowledge Factory — 2 keynotes and 7 panels chaired by CXOs, producing 9 White Papers.
Day 1 · Hall Two
Industry & Innovation Knowledge Factory — sector-specific, data-led panels running in parallel, producing 9 more White Papers.
Day 2 · Viksit Bharat Awards
Recognition for the organisations, leaders, MSMEs and innovators in Ahmedabad creating measurable impact.
Who Should Attend VBC Ahmedabad
MSME owners, entrepreneurs and family businesses, industrial manufacturers, industry associations, lenders to small businesses, and sustainability and ESG leaders. Any professional with a stake in the growth of the sectors on the Ahmedabad agenda will find a session built around their industry.
Ways to Take Part in Ahmedabad
Attend as a Delegate
Choose a Full-Day Delegate Pass for every session in both halls, or a Sector-Session Pass for the one sector you care about.
Sponsor the Ahmedabad Edition
Ecosystem, platform and session sponsorship, priced for the Ahmedabad market. Slots are capped per edition.
Speak or Moderate
Keynote, panel and moderator roles for leaders whose sector is on the Ahmedabad agenda. Speakers are credited on the White Paper.
Students & Universities
Submit research to the Call for Papers attached to each Ahmedabad session and be credited in the published White Paper.
Nominate for the Awards
Nominate your organisation or a sector peer for recognition at the Ahmedabad Viksit Bharat Awards on Day 2.
Media Partners
Co-cover the Ahmedabad edition, cross-publish White Papers and get press access.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is VBC Ahmedabad held?
Every September, as part of VBC's fixed six-city annual circuit: January Mumbai, March Bengaluru, May Hyderabad, July Chennai, September Ahmedabad and November Delhi. The circuit repeats for five years, giving Ahmedabad Editions 5, 11, 17, 23 and 29.
What is the focus of the Ahmedabad edition?
MSMEs, Entrepreneurship, Industrial Growth & Sustainable Development. The headline focus stays the same every year, while the specific GDP Focus Sector panels rotate within it.
Where is the venue for VBC Ahmedabad?
The venue, confirmed speakers and session topics are published as each Ahmedabad edition approaches. Logistics details are also added to the City-Wise FAQs.
How do I attend VBC Ahmedabad?
Buy a Full-Day or Sector-Session Delegate Pass on the Buy Tickets page. Students can buy a Student Attendance Pass.
How much does it cost to sponsor VBC Ahmedabad?
Sponsorship pricing is set separately for each city, based on its market and audience. See City-Wise Sponsorship Pricing or submit a Sponsor EOI for a quote.
Can I attend or sponsor more than one city?
Yes. You can book several cities and years in one go through Multi-City Booking.
Be in the Room in Ahmedabad
Delegate and sponsorship slots are capped for every Ahmedabad edition.
