Mumbai to Host World Hindu Economic Forum 2025: A Platform for Global Prosperity
The World Hindu Economic Forum (WHEF) 2025 is set to take place in Mumbai, bringing together top industrialists, policymakers, and entrepreneurs to discuss innovation, self-reliance, and prosperity.
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The forum is going to be a meeting point for the foremost industrialists, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and global investors from both India and overseas who will discuss different ways to make the Hindu values of the civilisation a basis for the growth of the whole society, the promotion of enterprises, and the making of wealth.
The speakers confirmed for the 2025 forum include Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways; Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry; Sajjan Jindal, Chairman and Managing Director of JSW Group, and Vijay Shekhar Sharma, CEO of Paytm.
Besides that, the Chief Ministers of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Assam, and Odisha are invited to participate in the discussions along with several top-notch business leaders from India, focusing on how to empower and create an economic ecosystem in the country.
WHEF 2025 Theme: Empowering Growth—Prosperity, Innovation, and Sustainability
The Mumbai forum of this year takes the cue from the WHEF 2025 Adelaide conference in Australia, which was recently concluded. The theme for the conference was Empowering Growth: Prosperity, Innovation, and Sustainability.
The participation of prominent Australian leaders, such as Joe Szakacs, Minister for Trade and Investment; Hon. Zoe Bettison, Minister for Tourism and Multicultural Affairs; and Senator Andrew McLachlan, marked the WHEF's enlarging global presence and the maturing ties between India and the Hindu diaspora in Australia.
Speaking about the forthcoming event, Swami Vigyananand, initiator of the World Hindu Economic Forum (WHEF), said, “Our economy is our strength. Through WHEF, we aim to channel the collective talent, knowledge, and enterprise of Hindus globally to create and share surplus wealth, ensuring prosperity for all. As the world’s economic balance shifts, this is the time for Bharat to lead through innovation, ethical enterprise, and self-reliance.”
Rajesh Sharma, Chairman, Organising Committee of WHEF 2025 and MD & CEO, Capri Global Capital Ltd, added, “The World Hindu Economic Forum has become a global platform that celebrates enterprise and values-driven growth. WHEF 2025 will spotlight how innovation, ethics, and collaboration can redefine Bharat’s role in the global economy. Our aim is to connect ideas with capital, tradition with technology, and local entrepreneurship with global opportunity.”
Organised in two days, the forum will commence on December 19 with a private session meant for big businesses, and then the MSME and Entrepreneurial session will take place on December 20.
WHEF Launchpad presentations, policy debates, and lots of networking will be among the forum's attractions. More than 400 delegates from various industries, including technology, clean energy, manufacturing, and social innovation, are expected to attend the forum.
The next forum in Mumbai is a direct continuation of the WHEF 2024, which was probably the most important event in December 2024, since it not only involved the main event of guest speakers but also the participation of representatives from over 60 countries, including senior policymakers, corporate leaders, and the global Hindu diaspora.
The governors of several Indian states were in attendance, and among the speakers were Chief Ministers Mahant Shri Yogi Adityanath (UP), Shri Devendra Fadnavis (Maharashtra), Shri Bhupendra Patel (Gujarat), and Dr Pramod Sawant (Goa).
Over 1,000 international delegates participated, representing various sectors like technology, clean energy, sustainable manufacturing, digitisation, and global startups.
WHEF Launchpad was one of the most significant highlights of this edition, benefitting from the Indian Government's 'Make in Bharat' vision, which provided a vibrant platform for startups to showcase their ingenious ideas and, at the same time, get interactive with the investors and business mentors.
About the World Hindu Economic Forum (WHEF)
The World Hindu Economic Forum brings together successful entrepreneurs, investors, industrialists, professionals, and thinkers from across the globe to share knowledge, expertise, and resources. Its mission is to promote enterprise, generate surplus wealth, and foster societal prosperity through collaboration, innovation, and adherence to dharmic values.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the theme of the WHEF 2025 in Mumbai?
The theme of the WHEF 2025 in Mumbai is 'Empowering Growth—Prosperity, Innovation, and Sustainability.'
Who are some of the confirmed speakers for the WHEF 2025?
Confirmed speakers for the WHEF 2025 include Nitin Gadkari, Piyush Goyal, Sajjan Jindal, and Vijay Shekhar Sharma.
What is the main focus of the WHEF 2025 in Mumbai?
The main focus of the WHEF 2025 in Mumbai is to discuss how Hindu values can be a basis for economic growth, enterprise promotion, and wealth creation.
How many delegates are expected to attend the WHEF 2025 in Mumbai?
More than 400 delegates from various industries are expected to attend the WHEF 2025 in Mumbai.
What is the WHEF Launchpad, and what is its significance?
The WHEF Launchpad is a platform for startups to showcase their ideas and interact with investors and business mentors, benefiting from the Indian Government's 'Make in Bharat' vision.
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