TAMIL NADUGROWTHCONCLAVE 2026
Putting Ambition to Work.
The work starts at the Chennai Trade Centre.
Transform ambition into action.Focus on what moves Tamil Nadu forward.
Tamil Nadu has set itself one of the boldest economic goals of any Indian state: a USD 1.5 trillion economy by 2036. The Tamil Nadu Growth Conclave brings 400 leaders from industry, entrepreneurship, investment, policy, academia and institutions into one room for one day, around one question: what will it take, and who will do it?
The Tamil Nadu Growth Conclave 2026 is presented by the United Economic Forum (UEF). It is organised around 10 Growth Engines: the sectors where Tamil Nadu already leads, or can lead, India and the world. Each engine runs five curated conversations through the day, adding up to 50 economic conversations.
This is not a conference of speeches. It is a working conclave where every conversation is designed to end in something concrete.
- 10 Growth Engine halls, running in parallel
- 5 conversations per engine, 45 minutes each
- About 40 contributors per engine, all taking part
- A moderator and a rapporteur in every hall
- Every conversation ends with a written Action Card
- A Partner Collaboration Lounge for one-to-one meetings
This is where we go deeper.Design thinking, from insight to action.
Understand
Where does Tamil Nadu really stand, and against whom?
Define
What is the single biggest constraint on growth?
Ideate
Which new opportunity should Tamil Nadu bet on?
Develop
What capability, talent or finance must be built?
Action
Where, by whom and by when will it happen?
The Opportunity
Where can this engine create the next wave of growth?
The Constraint
What is getting in the way?
The Questions
What do we need to work on together?
10 Growth Engines.One Growth Agenda.
Each engine maps its full value chain, from raw materials to global markets, and asks where Tamil Nadu can capture more of it.
The right people will be in the room.
400 contributors.Not 400 spectators.
Every participant is invited because they can move something forward.
On the day Indicative · to be confirmed
| 08:30 | Registration and networking |
| 09:30 | Opening plenary: Putting Ambition to Work |
| 10:00–16:15 | Five Growth Engine conversations, 45 minutes each, with breaks |
| 16:30 | Closing plenary: Bridge Themes and Action Cards |
| 17:30 | Networking |
The conversation mattersonly if something moves.
Opportunity surfaced
A clear, evidence-based growth opportunity.
Connection made
The right people introduced to each other.
Project identified
A specific project with an owner.
Pilot proposed
A first step that can be tested quickly.
Partnership initiated
Organisations agreeing to work together.
Investment made
Capital committed to a project or venture.
Policy recommendation framed
A specific ask for the Government of Tamil Nadu.
Research, contributor briefings and pre-reads for every Growth Engine.
Understand · Define · Ideate · Develop · Action, captured on an Action Card for every conversation.
Implementation. Action Cards are followed up with owners, partners and government through the year.
The work doesn't end in the room.
Why UEF? Why Tamil Nadu?Because this is where our story began.
The United Economic Forum (UEF) is a business chamber committed to supporting Tamil Nadu's economic transformation.
Founded by B.S. Abdur Rahman, a visionary entrepreneur with a global outlook, UEF carries forward his deep connection to Tamil Nadu and his commitment to its growth and development.
Tamil Nadu isn't an agenda we adopted. It is where our journey began.
உன்னத தமிழகம்
Unnatha TamizhagamProsperous · Progressive · Inclusive.
Growth is not just about how big an economy becomes. It is about what that growth makes possible.
One of India's leading industrial and export states.
The Tamil Nadu Government's economic target.
UEF's long-term ambition to contribute to the state's growth.
Questions.Answered.
When and where is the conclave?
Tuesday, 08 December 2026, at the Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai.
Who can attend?
The conclave is by invitation only. About 400 contributors from industry, entrepreneurship, investment, policy, academia and institutions take part, about 40 per Growth Engine.
Can I attend more than one Growth Engine?
Contributors are assigned one Growth Engine, so the conversations can go deep.
How long is each conversation?
45 minutes. Each Growth Engine runs five conversations through the day.
What is an Action Card?
A one-page record of each conversation: the problem, three recommended actions, an owner, a target region, a partnership or investment lead, and one policy ask.
Will the sessions be recorded?
Each conversation produces a written Action Card, and summaries are shared with contributors afterwards.
What language will the conversations be in?
English.
How do I confirm my sessions?
The Growth Engine team will confirm your engine and sessions by email.
Tell us whereyou can contribute.
The conclave is by invitation only. To be considered as a contributor, tell us a little about yourself and the Growth Engine where you can add the most value.