IAM2026 (International Athletics Meet), Edition One is India’s most ambitious & future-forward sports leadership conference, designed to unite the entire global sports ecosystem under one platform. Created for a nation preparing to step confidently onto the world stage, IAM2026 brings together athletes, policymakers, sporting federations, global brands, investors, technology companies, diplomats, startups, and sports development leaders to shape the next decade of Indian and international sports.
At a time when India is emerging as a serious contender for hosting mega international sporting events, including massive multi-discipline competitions and strategic global championships, there is a renewed push to build world-class athletes, facilities, systems, partnerships, and commercial ecosystems. IAM2026 has been crafted as the annual meeting point for all these forces to converge, collaborate, and create.
Agenda
Our agenda focuses on building a sustainable and inclusive sports ecosystem. By driving innovation, strengthening infrastructure, and fostering global partnerships, we aim to position India as a leading force in international sports.
Laying the Foundations
• Sustainable Infrastructure & Investment in Sports
• Investment opportunities across stadiums, Academies, training hubs, and multi-use sports Infrastructure.
• Public-Private Government Partnerships (GPP) enabling scalable and inclusive Sports development.
• Rural sports ecosystems as drivers of employment, Talent discovery, and regional growth.
• Sustainable infrastructure models focused on long-term viability and community impact.
Inclusion at the Core
• Para-Sports & Equal Access
• Para-sports and PWD participation as a core pillar of the sports future.
• Policy, infrastructure, and accessibility frameworks enabling equal opportunity.
• Talent identification, training pathways, and competitive platforms for para-athletes.
• Industry, federation, and CSR collaboration to scale inclusive sports programs.
Sport in Motion
• Tourism, Mobility & Logistics Ecosystems
• Sports tourism as an economic catalyst across cities, regions, and destinations.
• Travel, transport mobility, and hospitality integration for major sporting events.
• End-to-end sports logistics covering equipment, athletes, venues, and broadcasting.
• Global best practices in managing large-scale, multi-location sports events.
Innovation Shaping Sports
• Technology & Impact
• Role of technology in performance analytics, cybersecurity, fan engagement, and operations.
• Startup opportunities across sports tech, media, fitness, and data platforms.
• Innovation in training, talent scouting, and event management ecosystems.
• Building scalable sports businesses through collaboration and investment.
Mapping the Future
• Youth Development & the Next Sports Landscape
• Mapping India’s future sports landscape across Olympic, indigenous, and emerging sports.
• Structured youth development pathways from grassroots to elite performance.
• Education, training, coaching, and career
• Frameworks for young athletes and professionals.
• Aligning sports development with national aspirations and global competitiveness.
Sustaining Performance
• Sports Healthcare, Longevity & Nutrition
• Integrated sports healthcare systems & Medicine for injury prevention and recovery.
• Longevity strategies for sustained athletic performance across career cycles.
• Nutrition science and personalized diet strategies for sporting success.
• Physical and Mental well-being through Yoga, Ayurveda, and Holistic healing with national aspirations and global competitiveness.
Speakers
Padma Shri Dr Niru Kumar
CEO & Founder – Ask Insights
Dr Prasoon M. Tripathi, PhD
Professor & Director – IMS, Ghaziabad
Urvashi Sharma
Founder & Managing Director
SnaXup Healthy Foods India Pvt Ltd
Gaurav Sharma
Director & Founder – Expoman Group
Talees Rizvi
CMD & Founder
India Convention | Tackyon
Krishnan Raman
Founder & CEO – ProActive eSolutions
Dr. Vipin Sethi
Senior Vice President
BioMatrix Healthcare Pvt.Ltd
IAM2026 – International Athletics Meet
Partners
IAM 2026 is supported by partners who share a common vision of strengthening infrastructure, innovation, and collaboration across the global sports ecosystem.