Kolkata, Aug 19: Every year, ACAE hosts its flagship Annual Conference around a thought-provoking and contemporary theme mainly related to professional area. However, this year the Conference takes a distinctive direction with a forward-looking theme celebrating the spirit, potential and infinite possibilities of Bengal.
The Association of Corporate Advisers & Executives announced the theme of its Annual Conference 2026 - “Re-Imagining Bengal: Industry, Innovation & Infinite Possibilities” at a press conference held at The Press Club, Kolkata which was attended by CA. Niraj Kr. Harodia, President of ACAE; CA. Mohit Bhuteria, General Secretary of ACAE; CA. Kamal Nayan Jain, Chairman of Annual Conference Committee; CA. Vasudeo Agarwal, Co-Chairperson of Annual Conference Committee; CA. Jinesh S Vanzara, Chairperson Press & Publicity of Annual Conference Committee; CA. Anup Kumar Luharuka, Co-Chairperson Press & Publicity of Annual Conference Committee.
The flagship annual conference of ACAE is scheduled to be held on 22nd August 2026 at Taj Bengal, Kolkata. The conference is expected to bring together over 500 distinguished policymakers, industry leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, investors and corporate executives from across the country.
The theme, “Re-Imagining Bengal: Industry, Innovation & Infinite Possibilities,” reflects ACAE’s vision of exploring a new growth trajectory for West Bengal by leveraging its rich industrial legacy, entrepreneurial spirit, emerging innovation ecosystem and progressive policy initiatives.
The conference will focus on how Bengal can strengthen its position as a preferred destination for investment, business, innovation and sustainable development, while creating new opportunities for industries, entrepreneurs and the wider economy.
Speaking to the media, CA. Niraj Kumar Harodia, President of ACAE, said,
"Re-imagining Bengal is about envisioning a future where our rich industrial legacy meets innovation, entrepreneurship and new-age opportunities. Bengal stands at a significant juncture, with the potential to emerge as a stronger hub for industry, investment and enterprise. Through the ACAE Annual Conference 2026, we aim to bring together policymakers, industry leaders, professionals and entrepreneurs to exchange ideas, foster meaningful collaboration and identify actionable opportunities that can shape Bengal’s next phase of growth. Our endeavour is to move beyond possibilities and create a roadmap for a more progressive, competitive and future-ready Bengal.”
The conference will feature an eminent panel of policymakers, public representatives, industry leaders, financial experts and thought leaders, including: Dr. Sukanta Majumdar, Union Minister of State for Education and Development of North Eastern Region, Government of India; CA. Rathindra Bose, Speaker, West Bengal Legislative Assembly; Dr. Swapan Dasgupta, Hon’ble Finance Minister, Government of West Bengal; Shri Tapas Roy, Hon’ble Minister for Industry, Commerce & Enterprises, Government of West Bengal; CA. Rajesh Kumar, MLA, Jagatdal Assembly Constituency, West Bengal and Former IPS Officer & DGP; CA. Anand Mohan Bajaj, Deputy Comptroller & Auditor General, Government of India; Shri Mukul Kanitkar, Author & Thinker; Ms. Monika Halan, Author & Financial Educator; Shri Umesh Chowdhary, Vice Chairman, Managing Director & CEO, Titagarh Rail Systems Limited; Shri Mehul Mohanka, Managing Director, Tega Industries Limited; Shri Utsav Parekh, Chairman, Nexome Capital Markets Ltd; Shri Partha Pratim Sengupta, Managing director of Bandhan Bank; CA. Veni Thapar, Independent Director, Bandhan Bank; Shri Sudhir Kedia, Investment Banker; CA.Debashis Mitra, Past President, ICAI and Ms. Avanne Dubash, Television Anchor
