IAS Annual Meeting 2026

In early October, Kolkata's monsoon heat has eased into a pleasant, breezy rhythm—perfect for exploring the city's colonial-era architecture and marigold-decked markets. Between sessions at ITC Royal Bengal, take a late-afternoon stroll along the Hooghly's ghats, then savor a plate of kosha mangsho or a steaming cup of cutting chai at a nearby adda. The venue's elegant setting pairs well with the city's intellectual pulse, making this a conference that feels as enriching outside the hall as within.