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India stands at the threshold of one of the largest urban transformations in the world. By 2050, nearly half of India's population is expected to reside in urban areas, making cities the primary engines of economic growth, innovation, and employment. Urban centres already contribute nearly 60–65% of the nation's GDP and are projected to play an even greater role in India's journey towards becoming a developed nation by 2047.
Against this backdrop, the 9th EletsNational Urban Infrastructure & Investment Summit 2026 aims to bring together policymakers, urban development authorities, municipal leaders, infrastructure agencies, investors, financial institutions, technology providers, multilateral organisations, and industry experts to deliberate on the future of urban development in Karnataka and India
Jointly organised by Elets Technomedia in host partnership with Karnataka Urban Infrastructure Development & Finance Corporation (KUIDFC), the summit will focus on enabling investments, strengthening urban governance, accelerating sustainable infrastructure development, and fostering innovative financing mechanisms for future-ready cities.
urban residents expected by 2036
of India's GDP from urban areas
of 'Viksit Bharat 2047' urban infrastructure yet to be built
investment required by 2050
Karnataka has emerged as one of India's leading growth engines — driven by innovation, technology, manufacturing, startups, logistics, and urban development.
The Summit addresses these through policy dialogue, investment discussions, technology showcases & knowledge sharing.
A glimpse of the policymakers and leaders who have shaped the conversation.
Governments, financial institutions, infrastructure leaders and academia who have powered the Urban Infrastructure & Investment Summit series.
Join policymakers, investors, and urban leaders driving India's next wave of urban transformation.
A glimpse into the dialogue, leadership and networking that defined earlier editions of the summit.
Flagship publications from Elets Technomedia — chronicling governance, technology, finance and sustainability across sectors.
