O-LEADS 2026

ASSOCHAM Odisha State Development Council is pleased to announce O-LEADS 2026, a premier two-day summit on 9th–10th October 2026 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, focused on scaling startups and industries and bridging industry with academia.

O-LEADS 2026 is designed as a multi-stakeholder platform where every participating organisation can derive value - whether through brand visibility, business connections, investment opportunities, talent and academia engagement, technology partnerships or access to the wider innovation ecosystem. ASSOCHAM will amplify the Summit nationally through its industry network, media outreach, digital platforms and institutional partnerships, ensuring sustained visibility and stakeholder engagement beyond the two-day event.

The summit will bring together startups, investors, industry leaders, policymakers, academic institutions and global innovation stakeholders to explore opportunities in innovation, entrepreneurship, research, technology transfer and industrial growth.

The programme will feature interactive sessions, industry reverse pitches, startup showcases, Industry–Academia Connect, B2B/G2B meetings and the O-LEADS Startup Excellence Awards 2026, creating opportunities for meaningful partnerships and investment.

Register your interest to participate in O-LEADS 2026 and be part of Odisha’s journey towards becoming a global growth hub.