Three-day international initiative to focus on alternatives to divisive politics and promote non-violence, inclusive economic policies and democratic values
Hyderabad: The second edition of the Bharat Summit 2026 is set to be held in Hyderabad on November 13 and 14, bringing together approximately 1,000 delegates, including policymakers, progressive and democratic thinkers, government representatives and change-makers from India and nearly 70 other countries.
Hosted by the Government of Telangana, the summit aims to provide an international platform for discussions on alternative political, economic and social policies, with a focus on non-violence, inclusive economic models, secular democracy and the principles of the Non-Aligned Movement.
The details of the summit were announced at a press conference held on Wednesday at HITEX Novotel Hotel in Hyderabad. The press conference was attended by former Union Minister Salman Khurshid, Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu, AICC Administration Department in-charge Gurdeep Singh Sappal, and Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) President and MLC Bomma Mahesh Kumar Goud.
Speaking on the occasion, Salman Khurshid highlighted India’s contribution to the world through principles such as non-violence, the Non-Aligned Movement, mixed economic models and progressive democratic values. He said these principles remain relevant in addressing contemporary global challenges.
He emphasised the importance of secular democracy and expressed concern over what he described as divisive policies pursued by right-wing forces. He stated that the Bharat Summit would provide an opportunity to discuss these challenges and develop alternative policy approaches.
Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka said there was no place in India for politics driven by hatred or economic and social policies based on divisiveness. He stressed the importance of developing alternative approaches through constructive international discussions.
Drawing a comparison with the World Economic Forum in Davos, Bhatti Vikramarka expressed his vision of making Hyderabad an international platform where alternative economic, social and political ideas could be discussed and translated into meaningful action.
IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu stated that the summit would feature 12 dedicated sessions addressing various challenges facing the world today.
TPCC President Mahesh Kumar Goud reaffirmed the Congress party’s commitment to the principles and policies established by India’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, after Independence.
Gurdeep Singh Sappal said the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi and other prominent national leaders offered important alternatives to the challenges facing India and the international community.
During the press conference, Salman Khurshid unveiled the official logo of the Bharat Summit 2026, being organised under the theme “Let’s Create a New World.”
The event was also attended by MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy, Samruddha Bharat Foundation Director Pushparaj Deshpande, MLA Makkan Raj Singh Thakur and other dignitaries.The Bharat Summit 2026 is expected to bring together international representatives and policymakers to exchange ideas and explore approaches towards a more peaceful, inclusive and sustainable global society.
