Be part of the dialogue that’s shaping the future of creativity, policy, and international collaboration.
About the Event
Creative Convergence is a two-day gathering of cultural leaders, creative entrepreneurs, policymakers, and changemakers from India and the UK. Taking place in Bengaluru on Wednesday 5 and Thursday 6 November 2025 and Delhi on Thursday 29 and Friday 30 January 2026, it explores the future of India’s creative economy through the lens of innovation, inclusion, and international collaboration.
The event brings together thought leaders across music, performing arts, craft, design,fashion, film, and policy — highlighting research, celebrating UK–India partnerships, and imagining future-ready creative ecosystems.
This initiative builds on the UK–India Programme of Cultural Cooperation (2025–2030) and the British Council’s two-decade legacy in supporting the global creative economy.
Who Is It For?
Creative Convergence is designed for:
- Cultural leaders and arts managers
- Creative entrepreneurs and startups
- Policymakers and cultural institutions
- Researchers and academics
- Artists, curators, and performers
- Students and young professionals in the arts
- Festival directors, community leaders, and change agents
Whether you’re shaping policy or shaping culture, this is a space to connect, learn, and lead.
Bengaluru
Bangalore International Centre, Bengaluru | 5–6 November 2025
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This event is for 18 years and above.
Key Themes
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Policy Conference on Creative Cities
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Innovative Creative Enterprises
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Music City Futures
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Arts and Technology
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Production Skills in Theatre and Events Ecosystem
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Representation and Diversity
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UK–India Partnerships
New Delhi
British Council, New Delhi | 29–30 January 2026
More information coming soon
Also Featuring
- Innovation Talks
- Arts Bazaar with Indian creative enterprises
- Indian and UK Speakers
- Supporting the Creative Economy: a programme for stronger networks and collaboration - Online training programme.
Contact Us
For partnerships and media please write to artsindia1@britishcouncil.org
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