In a turbulent world, India offers a bright spot
India Week® 2025 is the place to engage in high level discussions on the New India.
India continues to lead global economic growth, outpacing other major economies. As the world grapples with the realities of a multipolar world and potential disruption from the new Presidency in Washington. The UK and India stand poised to build a dynamic and mutually beneficial partnership, capitalising on shared opportunities and addressing common challenges.
The recent elections in both nations have paved the way for renewed dialogue and collaboration. As Western economies diversify supply chains and reduce dependencies on China, India stands to benefit. The much-anticipated resumption of discussions on the UK-India Free Trade Agreement adds further momentum to this growing relationship.
EPG’s India Week 2025 is an annual get-together of change-makers, policy and business leaders for high-level discussions on pertinent topics. India Week offers a series of events, from the Ideas for India conference on policy, business and economics to the Film Conclave, introducing a UK-India film coproduction market. It concludes with an elegant black-tie dinner, capping off a sequence of impactful activities.
About India Week
Why Attend
If you believe in New India and are excited about the economic opportunity it offers, this is a must-attend event for you. More than 100 business leaders from India and other countries are expected, with opportunities for high-level networking, arranging B2B meetings and interacting with senior policy makers.
This year’s agenda is taking place from 22 May to 31 May.
5+
events
1,100+
Attendees
10+
Countries represented
It was an honour to speak at the Bridge India conference. I first visited India many years ago and discovered such an incredible, diverse country. The people of the Indian diaspora strengthen our economy, culture and society – but are also at the heart of our communities.
Angela Rayner
Deputy Prime Minister to the UK
Huge Congratulations to Pratik Dattani from EPG for creating such a powerful platform in India week 2024. This forum fosters crucial collaboration between India and the UK, paving the way for the shared future.
Pankaj M Munjal
Chairman and MD, Hero Cycles LTD
“Really pleased to attend and speak at the Ideas for India conference. The UK and India are strong economic and diplomatic partners. The conference showed the close links between our two countries and important work we can do around security and trade.”
Ruth Cadbury MP
Former Shadow Minister, International Trade
The Awards ceremony rightly recognises the outstanding accomplishments of the British Asian community, and the ongoing work of British Asians across all professions helping our country thrive.
Boris Johnson
Former Prime Minister to the UK
“Delighted to speak to friends during India Week and highlight how a free trade agreement can benefit both nations. A UK-India trade deal is a huge opportunity for both sides, and could boost our £38bn trading relationship and pull down barriers to trade.”
Nigel Huddleston MP
Former Minister of State, International Trade
“I have been to multiple domestic and international roadshows accompany our Minister KT Rama Rao, but our most recent trip are unprecedented. The respect and recognition Telangana enjoys makes our hard work all so rewarding.”
Jayesh Ranjan, IAS
Special Chief Secretary of the Industries & Commerce (I&C) and Information Technology (IT) Departments of the Telangana government
Initiatives like the Film Conclave are truly captivating and engaging for both the audiences and speakers, especially in today’s dynamic global world where borders are blurred.
Pranab Kapadia
Director, Moviegoers Entertainment Limited
Featured Events
Some of our featured events are below. Please note some of our events are invite-only.
26 May | The Skyline London | Find out more
Film Conclave
The UK serves as a home-away-from-home for Indian film and entertainment opportunities. In collaboration with the Tasveer Film Festival and ReelN, we are launching our first-ever film market, connecting filmmakers worldwide with funders. Open to creators producing content celebrating India, the platform aims to enable genuine partnerships and financing opportunities for projects in development.
29 May | Royal Lancaster London | Book Now
Drinks Reception with London Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Celebrate the success of India’s thriving economic landscape at the drinks reception in collaboration with LCCI’s Asian Business Association. The evening provides an opportunity to connect and network with leading business leaders from across London.
30 May | Royal Lancaster London | Find out more
Ideas for India
Bridge India’s Ideas for India® provides a global, non-partisan and not-for-profit platform for meaningful connections between stakeholders to build initiatives for social and economic development. Meet policy, business and tech leaders, alongside media and civil society changemakers.
30 May | Royal Lancaster London
Black-tie Celebration Dinner
This dinner will be the culmination of the high impact events of India Week 2025, for over 350 guests including celebrities, CEOs and other global leaders. Networking opportunities, award-winning food and a complimentary bar all greet you this evening.
31 May | SOAS University of London | Find out more
Khushwant Singh Literary Festival
The Khushwant Singh Literary Festival London honours Khushwant Singh’s legacy by promoting democracy, tolerance, and compassion. Entirely volunteer-led, it creates space for discussions on gender equality, free expression, and environmental conservation. This year is themed “Humanity Across Borders”, which explores global conflicts, displacement, and climate change, highlighting resilience amid war, the refugee crisis, and equality struggles. By uniting diverse voices, it reinforces that humanity transcends borders, inspiring collective action for a just world.
SOME OF OUR SPEAKERS
Lord Simon McDonald
Former Permanent Under-Secretary and Head of the Diplomatic Service,
FDCO
Raja Ganapathy
Founding Partner,
Spring Marketing Capital
Lord Karan Bilimoria
Former President, Confederation of British Industry and Founder,
Cobra Beer
Vee Bharkhada
Founder and Director,
Navigate Business Recovery
Vinesh Chandel
Co-founder,
Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC)
Nasser Munjee
Chairman,
DCB Bank Ltd
Pratik Dattani
Managing Director,
EPG
Giles Trendle
Former Managing Director, Co-founder,
Al Jazeera English, The Green House Duo
Tony Matharu
Founder and Chairman,
Integrity International Group
Shaunaka Rishi Das
Director,
Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies
Shivali Bhammer
Singer - Songwriter,
The Bhajan Project
Neeraj Churi
Founder,
Lotus Visual Productions
Tickets
Ideas for India
£150
+20% VAT
- Early Bird price valid until 13 March
- Attend Ideas for India
- Attend Drinks Reception with LCCI
- Ideas for India is complimentary for Bridge India Members: Enter your Member-only discount code at the booking link below. To become a Member, click here
Across India Week
£250
+20% VAT
- Early Bird price valid until 13 March
- Attend Ideas for India
- Attend Drinks Reception with LCCI, Black-tie Celebration Dinner
- Select the “Across India Week” ticket and enter your Member-only discount code at the booking link below. To become a Member, click here
Across India Week
£450
+20% VAT
- Early Bird price valid until 13 March
- Attend Ideas for India
- Attend Drinks Reception with LCCI, Black-tie Celebration Dinner
Film Conclave
£200
+20% VAT
- Aimed at team members from invited submissions, service providers and the general public.
Celebration Dinner
£2,500
+20% VAT
- Early Bird price valid until 13 March
- Attend Black-tie Celebration Dinner on 30 May
- Silver Table of 10
- Drinks Reception, three-course meal, complimentary bar throughout the evening
- For Gold and Platinum tables, please get in touch
Celebration Dinner
£3,000
+20% VAT
- 30 May: Black-tie Celebration Dinner
- Table of 10, including Drinks Reception, three-course meal, drinks, tea/coffee
- Strictly limited Individual Tickets available: Click on the button below
Partners
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Conference Partner
Reception Partner
Film Conclave Partner
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Chamber Partner
Academic Partner
Film Conclave Partner
Drinks Partner
Whisky Partner
Radio Partner
Dinner Partner
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FAQs
What is India Week?
India Week provides a global forum to share the story of India’s growth with the world. India Week is an annual series of events taking place across the UK, starting in 2023 and providing a gateway for businesses and change-makers to understand the economic, political and cultural nuances of working with India.
The ‘India Story’ abroad is often presented through a narrow lens, be it focusing only on business and the economy, society or policy landscape. Given its diversity, everything about India, and its polar opposite, is true in unison. India Week aims to help ‘India watchers’ better understand this, and make high-level business and policy connections.
India Week is a registered trade mark, and has expanded from being known as UK-India Week to incorporating not just the bilateral dialogue between these countries, but helping companies have a truly global perspective. Our guests include world leaders, governments, industry experts, innovators, founders, change-makers and investors.
But India Week, or UK-India Week as it was formerly known, is not just about business opportunities. Each year, we support a charity that is helping India’s most disadvantaged live better.
Who is the event aimed at?
India Week aims to help ‘India watchers’ better understand this, and make high-level business and policy connections. Our guests include world leaders, governments, industry experts, chambers of commerce and trade promotion agencies, innovators, founders, change-makers and investors.
If you have a particular target audience, we can help curate B2B meetings for you to maximise your business development opportunities during your visit to London. Please get in touch with us and we would be delighted to help.
How do I apply for a Press Pass?
Please get in touch with your details and we’ll reach out to you shortly.
I am from India and I wish to attend this event. How can I sign up and be a part of the delegation?
We have special Hosted Delegate packages for Indian Delegates, which includes accommodation, travel, meals as well as sight-seeing. Please get in touch and we’ll reach out to you to schedule a call and understand your requirements.
Do you have preferential room rates available?
We have special rates with our exclusive Hospitality Partner Blue Orchid hotels. Visit www.blueorchid.com, select your desired hotel and dates, select any flexible rate (either room-only or breakfast inclusive) and proceed to check out. On the check out page enter the special discount code we’ll share with you once you’ve booked your ticket(s) and click APPLY (the rate will be reduced at that point). Then proceed to check out.
Do you provide visa invitation letters?
Yes, we do for confirmed delegates, once payment is received. Please get in touch with your assigned contact and they can help you further.
My visa didn't come in time. Can I get a refund?
We advise delegates to allow plenty of time for the visa process so as to receive it in time. In case you do not receive your visa in time, we can process a refund, in line with our Terms and Conditions and minus an Admin Fee.
Do you have exhibition opportunities?
Yes, we do. Please get in touch for more information.
What sponsor opportunities do you have?
We have several branding opportunities available throughout the India Week, including the curation of pre-arranged B2B meetings for you. If you want to apply to be a Sponsor, please get in touch and we’ll reach out to you shortly. Please let us know your budget and your primary reason for wishing to get involved (e.g. lead generation, business development, market awareness, branding etc).
Are there speaker opportunities available?
We have limited speaker opportunities available, so please get in touch with a short bio and we’ll reach out to you shortly. Please also let us know your primary reason for getting involved.