The Congress party announced it will host the second edition of the 'Bharat Summit' in Hyderabad from November 12 to 14. The three-day international gathering is expected to bring together more than 1,000 delegates from 70 countries to deliberate on issues including the emergence of a new global order, democratic values, and India’s strategic response to international developments.
According to Salman Khurshid, the head of the Congress party's Foreign Affairs department, the event will feature 12 international sessions and eight sessions dedicated to Telangana. Addressing a press conference in Delhi, Khurshid noted that the summit aims to reflect the political vision of Rahul Gandhi. Participants will include global policymakers, prominent figures from progressive movements, and leaders of the Opposition in both Houses of Parliament, Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge.
Telangana IT Minister Sridhar Babu stated that the deliberations will focus on geopolitical matters, societal challenges, climate change, and information integrity. The summit will take place across two venues in Hyderabad, with international discussions held at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC) and sessions focused on Telangana at the HITEX venue. The event also intends to facilitate the formation of a new think tank named ‘Our World’.
The scheduling of the summit coincides with the 80th year of India’s Independence and the 137th birth anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru, which falls on November 14. The inaugural Bharat Summit was previously held on April 25 and 26, 2025, also in Hyderabad.
Key facts
- The summit will take place from November 12 to 14 in Hyderabad.
- More than 1,000 delegates from 70 countries are expected to participate.
- The agenda includes 12 international sessions and eight sessions focused on Telangana.
- The event coincides with the 137th birth anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru on November 14.
- Senior Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge will attend the deliberations.
Why it matters
Organisers state that the summit aims to provide a platform for progressive parties to share experiences and formulate strategies to ensure politics serves the public. Telangana officials indicated that the discussions are expected to provide a boost to the state’s governance and address broader geopolitical concerns.
Source: Indian Express, Hindustan Times
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