Agenda

Tentative agenda

DAY 2 , 24th April 2025

Registration :- OPENING PLANERY

Introduction by the Emcee

  • Welcome to all dignitaries and attendees
  • Setting the context and tone for the conclave

National Anthems of the United Arab Emirates and India

Formal Welcome Felicitation

  • Hon’ble Shri Ram Nath Kovind, 14th President of India
  • H.E. Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh, Undersecretary, Ministry of Economy, United
    Arab Emirates
  • Smt. Meenakshi Lekhi, Former Minister of State for External Affairs,
    Government of India.

Welcome Address

  • Mr. Kamal Narayan, Director, Logistics Shakti
  • Mr. Amit Shankhdhar, Director, Logistics Shakti

Address by Smt. Meenakshi Lekhi

  • Former Minister of State for External Affairs, Government of India

Address by H.E. Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh

  • Undersecretary, Ministry of Economy, United Arab Emirates

Address by Hon’ble Shri Ram Nath Kovind

● 14th President of India

Memento Presentation

To:

  • Hon’ble Shri Ram Nath Kovind
  • H.E. Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh
  • Smt. Meenakshi Lekhi

National Anthems of the United Arab Emirates and India

Exploring the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor and its potential to redefine global
trade and logistics.


Speakers –

  • H.E. Mr. Fred W. Aziz, Principal Commercial Officer, U.S. Consulate in
    Dubai
  • H.E. Ms. Dana Filber, Deputy Consulate General, State of Israel in Dubai,
    UAE
  • H.E. Mr. Sekou Cherifk Camara, Ambassador, Embassy of The Republic of
    Guinea to UAE
  • H.E. Mr. Helioterio Muiambo, Second Secretary, Embassy Republic of
    Mozambique to UAE
  • H.E. Mr. Barema Bocoum, Consular Affairs Officer, Embassy of The
    Republic Mali to UAE
  • H.E. Mr. Gervais Michel Moumou, Head of Mission, Embassy of The
    Republic of Seychelles to UAE


Moderated by: Mr. Lakshmanan R., Senior Partner, MCA

Connecting Indian MSMEs to global markets via Bharat Mart.


Speakers-
● Dr. Raman Kumar, Managing Director, Al-Futtaim Logistics
● Leeni (Kurian) O’Connor, Head Product Strategy, Landmark Group
● Shailen Shukla, Supply Chain Director, OKAG
● Rohan Singhvi, Head of Logistics and Warehousing, RAK Ceramics PJSC
● Sanjeev Sharma, AVP Mobility Solutions, JK Tyres


Moderated by: Ramesh Krishnan, Associate Director, Agarwal Packers and Movers
Ltd.

Ensuring equitable access to life-saving medicines through robust logistics.


Speakers-

● Suraj Mukkatira – Global Head – Logistics, Biocon Biologics
● Dr. Sreejith Balasubramanian – Associate Professor, Business School
Chair, Office of Research– Middlesex University
● Vamsi Krishna, Head of Supply Chain – GCC, Aster DM Healthcare
● Hassan Jamaleddine, Senior Director of Supply Chain, NewBridge
Pharmaceuticals
● Manish Agarwal, Import Export Manager, Kusum Group of Companies


Moderated by : Mr. Kamal Narayan Omer, CEO, IHW Council

Speakers –


● S. Venkatesh- Founder and Managing Partner, MCA Gulf
● Jai Prakash Agarwal – Chairman, Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
● Basnt Kapoor – Senior Advisor, yourCFO
● Prem Verma, Former Consultant, Tata Motors
● Anant Bhatia – Partner and CEO, Bhatia & Bhatia
● Abhishek Dixit – Director Business & Strategy, Maypop Trading FZE


Moderated by: Mr. BL Bajaj,  Founder, Dynamic Orbits

Speakers-

 

● Serge T. – MEA Zone Head, Schneider Electric
● Madhav Narayan, Chief Executive Officer, IIT Madras Global Research
Foundation (IITM Global)
● Kunal Gupta – Director Supply Chain, Kitopi
● Surya Kanta Dash – VP SCM, Reliance Own Brand Electronics
● Vaibhav Kumar – Co-Founder, Traqo


Moderated by :- Vanitha Iyer, Manager – Supply Chain Systems & Manager – Supply
Chain Shared Services, ACWA Power

Session Sponsored by Million Minds

 

Speakers-

 

● Garima Agarwal – Regional Operational Excellence Partner (IME), Maersk
● Nissrine Elqobai, CEO, ENY
● Unmesh Shukla, Head HR & Admin, J K Cements
● Simy Shankhdhar, Director, Millions Minds Management Services Limited
● Lakshmi Narayan Iyer- Former Head of Supply Chain Solutions, Sony


Moderator by Amit Shankhdhar, Co-Founder & Director of Logistics Shakti

● Welcome Note

Mr. Kamal Omer, CEO, IHW Council & Director, Logistics Shakti


● Special Address

Mr. Humaid Abdulla Ebrahim Alsuroomi Alshemeili
Executive Director & Private Advisor to H.H. Sheikha Salama Tahnoon Al Nahyan


● Keynote Address

His Excellency Yaqoob Al Ali
Executive Chairman, Al Ali Group of Companies & Executive Director, Office of His
Highness Sheikh Juma Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, Dubai

● Keynote Address & Award Presentation

Smt. Meenakshi Lekhi
Former Minister of State for External Affairs, Government of India

● Memento Presentation to the Guest of Honour


● Vote of Thanks
Mr. Prem Prakash, Co-Founder, Logistics Shakti


Group Photograph with Awardees

Registration :- OPENING PLANERY

Welcome note by Mr. Kamal Omer and Mr. Amit Shakhdhar

Inauguration by:

  •  H.E. Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh, Undersecretary, Ministry of Economy,
    UAE
  •  Smt. Meenakshi Lekhi, Former Minister of State for External Affairs,
    Government of India

Keynote Addresses by Dignitaries

  • H.E. Robert Raines, Consulate General, Embassy of The United
    States of America
  • H.E. Alberto Leonardo Cuvelo, Ambassador, Embassy Republic of
    Mozambique to UAE
  • H.E. Sekou Cherifke Camara, Ambassador, Embassy of The Republic
    of Guinea to UAE
  • H.E. Gervais Michel Moumou, Head of Mission, Embassy of The
    Republic of Seychelles to UAE
  • H.E.Barema Bocoum, Consular Affairs, Embassy of The Republic Mali
    to UAE

Felicitation of the Diplomats & Distinguished Guests

This transformative session highlights the unparalleled opportunities presented by the India-Middle East-Europe (IME) Corridor, a visionary initiative poised to redefine global trade and logistics. By bridging critical economic regions, the IME Corridor promises to catalyze growth, foster seamless connectivity, and enhance the speed and efficiency of goods movement across continents.

 

The session will explore the strategic significance of the IME Corridor in addressing current supply chain vulnerabilities, creating resilient trade routes, and driving economic integration. Discussions will focus on key enablers, including infrastructure development, cross-border collaboration, and technological innovation, such as digital logistics platforms and predictive analytics.

This panel will convene experts from India and the UAE to discuss the transformative impact of Bharat Mart in creating new economic opportunities and fostering deeper bilateral ties. Positioned strategically in Jebel Ali Free Zone, Bharat Mart not only serves as a vital gateway for Indian businesses to access the Middle East but also opens expansive trade routes to European, African, and U.S. markets. The discussion will delve into how this initiative enhances market access, supports SME growth, and drives innovation across sectors like pharmaceuticals, textiles, and food products. Additionally, the panel will explore Bharat Mart’s role in promoting sustainability, aligning with CEPA and the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, and contributing to shared prosperity while building a resilient, future-ready trade ecosystem between the two nations.
The power-packed session emphasizes the critical need for a holistic approach to strengthen global pharmaceutical supply chains and ensure equitable access to life-saving medicines. It dwells on the potentials of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) that stands out as a transformative initiative, offering much-needed infrastructure to enhance speed, security, and connectivity in medicine delivery across key regions. The experts also bring up the need of addressing a range of other pressing issues such as diversifying raw material sources, leveraging advanced technologies like AI and blockchain, fostering global regulatory harmonization, and integrating sustainability practices in production and distribution. Together, these efforts will create a robust framework to meet the growing healthcare demands of the global population while ensuring affordability and environmental responsibility.
The power-packed session emphasizes the critical need for a holistic approach to strengthen global pharmaceutical supply chains and ensure equitable access to life-saving medicines. It dwells on the potentials of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) that stands out as a transformative initiative, offering much-needed infrastructure to enhance speed, security, and connectivity in medicine delivery across key regions. The experts also bring up the need of addressing a range of other pressing issues such as diversifying raw material sources, leveraging advanced technologies like AI and blockchain, fostering global regulatory harmonization, and integrating sustainability practices in production and distribution. Together, these efforts will create a robust framework to meet the growing healthcare demands of the global population while ensuring affordability and environmental responsibility.

This session explores the transformative impact of technology and innovation on shaping the future of supply chains across the region. As industries face mounting challenges from evolving consumer demands, globalization, and sustainability imperatives, technological advancements offer unprecedented solutions to enhance efficiency, resilience, and adaptability.

 

Discussions will delve into the integration of cutting-edge tools such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, IoT, and robotics, which are revolutionizing every aspect of supply chain operations—from predictive analytics for demand forecasting to real-time tracking for enhanced visibility. The session will also highlight the role of digital ecosystems, automation, and smart infrastructure in creating seamless and interconnected supply chain networks.

 

By spotlighting successful case studies and visionary strategies, the session aims to inspire stakeholders to embrace innovation and position the region as a global hub for advanced, future-ready supply chain systems..

This session explores the transformative impact of technology and innovation on shaping the future of supply chains across the region. As industries face mounting challenges from evolving consumer demands, globalization, and sustainability imperatives, technological advancements offer unprecedented solutions to enhance efficiency, resilience, and adaptability.

 

Discussions will delve into the integration of cutting-edge tools such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, IoT, and robotics, which are revolutionizing every aspect of supply chain operations—from predictive analytics for demand forecasting to real-time tracking for enhanced visibility. The session will also highlight the role of digital ecosystems, automation, and smart infrastructure in creating seamless and interconnected supply chain networks.

 

By spotlighting successful case studies and visionary strategies, the session aims to inspire stakeholders to embrace innovation and position the region as a global hub for advanced, future-ready supply chain systems..

  • Welcome Note by Mr. Kamal Omer, CEO, IHW Council & Director, Logistics Shakti
  • Keynote Address by H.E. Sunjay Sudhir, Ambassador of India to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) (Confirmation Awaited)
  • Keynote Address by Shri Ram Nath Kovind, Honorable Former President of India
  • Momento Presentation to Chief Guest and Guest of Honours by Founders of Logistics Shakti
  • Vote of thanks by Mr. Amit Shankhdhar, Co-Founder, Logistics Shakti

DAY 1 , 23rd April 2025

Registration :- Opening Remarks

Opening Remarks
• Mr. Kamal Omer, Director, Logistics Shakti
• Mr. Amit Shankhdhar, Director, Logistics Shakti


Keynote Address by Guest of Honour
• Smt. Meenakshi Lekhi, Former Minister of State for External Affairs, India


Felicitation of Guest of Honour
Vote of Thanks – Mr. Prem Prakash, Director, Logistics Shakti

Exploring reshoring, trade barriers, and digital transformation.

 

Speakers –

● Suresh Vaidhyanathan – CEO, Ghassan Aboud Group
● Siddhi Joshi – CEO, EMovers
● Aditya Vikram Kapoor- Head of International Sales, DTDC
● Tapan Vaidya – Group Chief Executive Officer, Papa John


Moderated by: Mr. Lakshmanan R., Senior Partner, MCA

Agility, sustainability, and consumer-centricity in FMCG logistics.

 

Speakers-
● Anand Doraiswamy – VP – Supply Chain, Varun Beverages
● Samrat Sehgal – Global Supply Chain Head, Dabur
● Sandeep Sharma – Director Group Procurement & Supply Chain, Alamar Foods
● Surya Kanta Dash – Vice President – SCM – Product Business Group, Reliance Retail
● Sahitya Chaturvedi – Head of Accounts & Finance, AJMAL Perfumes


Moderated by: Krishna Moorthy,Logistics Specialist, Former PAN Home

Hyperlocal networks, flexible workforces, and tech shifts in delivery.


Speakers –
● Shashi Kiran- Group General Manager, Jashanmal National Co
● Raman Pathak, Co-Founder and CEO, Jeebly
● Dr. Prakash Rao – Group Head Supply Chain Projects & Home Operations, Landmark Group
● Anshuman Anand, Co-Founder and CEO of Al Safa Brands


Moderated by: Shriram Srinivasan – Director-Digital & E-commerce, Alamar

Roadmap for carbon-neutral transport, green logistics, and renewable energy adoption.


Speaker-
● Mahesh Mutnuru – VP Operations, Zed Mobility
● Tobias Maier- Chief Financial Officer (CFO), DHL
● Vengattarramanan Chendur, Founder & CEO, ProVerde & PDS
● Abhijeet Sinha – National Program Director, Ease of Doing Business
● Praveen Somani – Managing Director, Inland World Logistics

 

Moderated by :- Ankit Kulkarni, Head of Inventory Systems & Supply Chain Performance, ACWA
Power

Logistics Shakti, organised by IHW Media and Million Minds, is a dynamic platform dedicated to empowering and revolutionizing the logistics and supply chain sector. Designed to bring together industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and thought leaders, it serves as a hub for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and inspiration. With a mission to spotlight the transformative power of logistics in driving economic growth and operational excellence, Logistics Shakti emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity. Through engaging podcasts, insightful conferences, and thought-provoking discussions, it catalyzes the development of a resilient, future-ready logistics ecosystem that supports India’s journey as a global economic powerhouse.

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