Bengaluru, Aug 06: The Innovative Food Foundation, in collaboration with Food Safety Works and the Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC), has announced the 4th Edition of the India Food Safety Conclave (IFSC 2026). The day-long conclave will take place on August 7, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Hotel at Brigade Gateway, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM IST.
As the region’s premier platform for food safety and technology, IFSC 2026 will bring together over 200 industry executives, quality assurance leaders, policymakers, researchers, and technology providers. This year’s central theme—Navigating Food Safety in the New World of Health & Wellness—focuses on addressing evolving consumer preferences, health-driven product developments, emerging regulatory standards, and cutting-edge technologies reshaping the food ecosystem.
Key Highlights of IFSC 2026
● Inaugural & Keynote Addresses: Featuring an inaugural address by Mr. Srinivas K, IAS, and a thematic talk on Responsible Nutrition by Dr. K. Madhavan Nair (Former Assistant Director, National Institute of Nutrition).
● 3rd Label Awareness Survey Report: Unveiling national findings on consumer awareness, transparency, and interpretation of packaged food labels.
● Food Safety Culture Awards: Recognizing MSMEs and food enterprises across manufacturing, HoReCa, and ingredient sectors that excel in embedding food safety directly into their workplace culture.
● Poster Presentation Contest for Students: Showcasing research, sustainable packaging solutions, supply chain automation, and AI applications developed by student researchers and academics.
● Expert Discussions & Technical Panels: Covering topics such as functional foods, AI application in food safety management, regulatory risk assessment, and process/formulation design for wellness products.
Distinguished Speakers & Industry Thought Leaders
The conference features prominent speakers and moderators from leading brands and institutions, including:
● Dr. Sujatha Jayaraman — Vice President & Head – Foods R&D, Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL)
● Naveen Kumar — Head of Scientific & Regulatory Affairs, Britannia Industries Ltd.
● Chef Harpawan Singh Kapoor — Corporate Chef & Culinary Head, ITC Ltd. (FoodTech)
● Satyajit Hange — Co-Founder, Two Brothers Organic Farms
● Janakiraman Kamesh — BIOVIA Brand Lead, Dassault Systèmes
● Rinka Banerjee — Founder & Director, Thinking Forks
● Dr (Ms)Vasanthi Siruguri – Former Senior Scientist at the ICMR
● Dr Nimish Shah – General Manager Regulatory Affairs India, Unilever
● Dr. Beena Rai – Co-Founder & CSO, BETTRLABS
Registration & Event Details
● Date: Friday, August 7, 2026
● Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM IST
● Venue: Grand Ballroom, Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Hotel at Brigade Gateway, Malleswaram, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560055
● Official Website & Delegate Registration: conclave.infofo.in