ITS India Congress 2026: Agenda, Themes, Speakers and Delegate Fees
What Is the ITS India Congress?
The ITS India Congress is a knowledge-sharing platform on the future of intelligent transportation in India. It is powered by Transport + Traffic Infratech Expo and brings together experts from government, industry and research. It combines keynote sessions, panel discussions and industry presentations.
Who takes part?
The congress gathers policymakers, transport authorities, urban planners, technology providers, infrastructure developers, researchers and mobility experts. This mix means technical ideas are tested against policy and project realities in the same room.
How is it linked to the expo?
The congress runs alongside the exhibition. Delegates can hear about trends in the sessions and then meet suppliers on the show floor, which makes it easier to turn ideas into sourcing conversations.
Explore more about the exhibition in our guide to Transport + Traffic Infratech Expo 2027.
What Are the Main Themes of ITS India Congress 2026?
The 2026 congress focused on Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), smart mobility, traffic management, road safety, connected infrastructure, digital tolling, public transport modernisation and emerging technologies. These themes reflect where India's transport sector is investing and where new rules and projects are taking shape.
Theme breakdown
Why do these themes matter?
Road users want shorter delays and safer journeys, while governments need better use of existing infrastructure. These themes sit where those two needs meet.
What Was on the Agenda?
The published agenda opened on 7 October 2026 in Hall 1, Bharat Mandapam, with an inaugural session followed by technical sessions on citizen-centric ITS, tolling and connected mobility. Breaks for hi-tea and lunch were built in. The agenda carried a note that it was subject to change without notice.
Day 1 schedule (7 October 2026)
Session highlights
Citizen-centric ITS. This session looked at AI, digital enforcement and an ITS roadmap for safe, sustainable and efficient mobility.
Barrierless tolling. Topics included multi-lane free flow (MLFF), GNSS tolling, congestion pricing and sustainable infrastructure funding.
Connected mobility. Speakers covered V2X, smart infrastructure and a roadmap for safe, intelligent and sustainable transportation.
What about 8 October?
The page also lists a second day, 8 October 2026. Check the official programme page for the full agenda of that day.
Who Spoke at the Congress?
Speakers and moderators came from industry bodies, government departments, international ITS associations, academia and technology companies. Listed names include representatives of ITS India Forum, ITS New Zealand, ITS Australia, Jio Platforms, IRF, IHMCL, MoRTH, MeitY and IIT Hyderabad. Each session lists additional speakers beyond the first few shown.
Examples of speakers and affiliations
- Inaugural session: Mr. Akhilesh Srivastava (ITS India Forum), Ms. Lee Mckenzie (ITS New Zealand), Mr. Debashish Debsikdar (Jio Platforms), K K Kapila (IRF)
- Citizen-centric ITS: Mr. Senturan Karthikeyan (Datacorp Traffic), Mr. Vijay Khuspe (sensen Networks Limited), Shri Vishwendra IAS (Government of NCT of Delhi)
- Tolling session: Ms. Susan Harris (ITS Australia), Mr. Dilip Kumar (e-con Systems), Shri Amrit Singha (IHMCL), moderated by Mr. Mayank Tyagi (MoRTH)
- Connected mobility: Prof. P. Rajalakshmi (IIT Hyderabad, moderator), Shri Soundra Pandian Kaliappan (MeitY), Mr. Sachin Bhatia (Metro Infrasys), Mr. Rojer Kavin Ram S R (Danlaw Technologies India Limited)
Why does the speaker mix matter?
Hearing a regulator, a researcher and a technology supplier on one panel shows how policy, science and products connect. It also helps buyers understand which solutions fit real requirements.
How Much Does It Cost to Attend?
Delegate fees depend on category. The listed fees per delegate were ₹4,000 for academia and government bodies, ₹8,000 for industry professionals and ₹1,000 for students. Registration and watchlist access require a Messe-Login.
How do you register?
- Visit the official programme page.
- Log in with your Messe-Login.
- Choose your delegate category.
- Select the sessions you want to follow and add them to your watchlist.
Is the fee worth it?
For many delegates, one session on tolling or connected mobility can inform a procurement or policy decision worth far more than the fee. Students pay a low rate, which makes the congress accessible for early-career learners.
Get in touch with the organising team if you are unsure which category applies to you.
Who Sponsored the Congress?
The 2026 congress was supported by a Platinum Partner, a Gold Partner and several Silver Partners. Datacorp Traffic was the Platinum Partner, Danlaw Technologies India Ltd the Gold Partner, and the Silver Partners were Appinfoinc Traffic India Private Limited, NetraDyne Technology India Private Limited, Lepton Software Export & Research Pvt. Ltd, Onnyx Electronisys Pvt Ltd and e-con System India Private Limited.
What does this tell you?
Partners from traffic analytics, connected devices, vision systems and mapping show the breadth of the ITS sector, from field hardware to software.
Why Does the Congress Matter for India?
The congress matters because it links national goals with practical technology. Sessions were framed around Viksit Bharat 2047, India's long-term development vision, and asked how intelligent transport can support it. Delegates leave with ideas on policy, funding and deployment.
Local Insight Box: Delhi as a policy hub New Delhi hosts central ministries and national agencies, so the congress draws officials who shape transport policy. Bharat Mandapam (Pragati Maidan) is central and well served by the Pragati Maidan metro station. Many delegates combine the congress with meetings elsewhere in Delhi or nearby Gurugram and Noida. See our venue guide on how to reach Bharat Mandapam for routes and timings.
Practical takeaways
- Barrierless tolling and road user charging are moving from concept to planning
- Connected infrastructure and V2X are becoming central to safety plans
- AI-led enforcement raises questions of citizen trust and design
- Funding models are as important as the technology itself
How Should You Plan for the Next ITS India Congress?
Plan early, choose sessions by role, and combine the congress with time on the exhibition floor. Watch the official website for the next dates and agenda, because programmes are published ahead of the event and can change.
Planning checklist
- Subscribe to the expo newsletter for updates
- Create your Messe-Login in advance
- Pick sessions that match your projects
- Shortlist exhibitors to meet after each session
- Book travel and accommodation early
Subscribe to the newsletter and register your interest to hear first about the next edition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ITS India Congress?
It is a knowledge-sharing platform on intelligent transportation in India, powered by Transport + Traffic Infratech Expo. It features keynotes, panel discussions and industry presentations.
Where was ITS India Congress 2026 held?
It was held in Hall 1, Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
When was ITS India Congress 2026?
The agenda lists 7 and 8 October 2026. Check the official page for the programme of each day.
What topics does the congress cover?
Themes include ITS, smart mobility, traffic management, road safety, connected infrastructure, digital tolling, public transport modernisation and emerging technologies.
Who attends the congress?
Policymakers, transport authorities, urban planners, technology providers, infrastructure developers, researchers and mobility experts.
How much are the delegate fees?
The fees were ₹4,000 for academia and government bodies, ₹8,000 for industry professionals and ₹1,000 for students.
How do I register?
Log in with your Messe-Login on the official programme page, then choose your category and sessions.
What is barrierless tolling?
It is toll collection without stopping at physical barriers, using technologies such as multi-lane free flow and GNSS. It was a featured session topic.
What is V2X?
V2X stands for vehicle-to-everything communication, where vehicles exchange data with other vehicles and infrastructure. It was part of the connected mobility session.
Is the agenda fixed?
No. The page notes that the programme is subject to change without notice, so check for updates.
Conclusion
The ITS India Congress gives India's transport community a shared stage for policy, technology and funding debates, from barrierless tolling to connected mobility. The 2026 edition combined expert speakers, clear themes and affordable delegate access. If these topics shape your work, start planning now. Subscribe to the newsletter, register your interest, or contact the organising team to be ready for the next congress alongside Transport + Traffic Infratech Expo.
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