National Conference
on Inclusive Growth 2026
National Conference
on Inclusive Growth 2026
Microfinance : Resilient Growth
for Responsible Lending
Microfinance : Resilient Growth
for Responsible Lending
8th & 9th October 2026 | Hotel The Ashok, New Delhi
8th & 9th October 2026 | Hotel The Ashok, New Delhi
National Conference
on Inclusive Growth
2026
Microfinance :
Resilient Growth
for Responsible Lending
8th & 9th October 2026
Hotel The Ashok, New Delhi
The Sa-Dhan National Conference is an annual flagship event and a leading platform for advancing inclusive finance and responsible microfinance. The deliberations bring together policymakers, regulators, financial institutions, investors, development partners, and industry leaders to develop strategies and address challenges in the financial inclusion ecosystem. It will be a collective commitment to empowering underserved communities nationwide, bringing together nearly 1,000+ participants for a truly enriching and collaborative experience. The conference will also serve as an important platform for institutions to showcase their products, innovations, and processes. This year the theme for the conference is Microfinance : Resilient Growth for Responsible Lending.
The Sa-Dhan National Conference is an annual flagship event and a leading platform for advancing inclusive finance and responsible microfinance. The deliberations bring together policymakers, regulators, financial institutions, investors, development partners, and industry leaders to develop strategies and address challenges in the financial inclusion ecosystem. It will be a collective commitment to empowering underserved communities nationwide, bringing together nearly 1,000+ participants for a truly enriching and collaborative experience. The conference will also serve as an important platform for institutions to showcase their products, innovations, and processes. This year the theme for the conference is Microfinance : Resilient Growth for Responsible Lending.
Conference Overview
Conference Overview
80+ Speakers
80 + Eminent speakers, including senior policymakers, industry leaders, regulators, and sector experts shaping the future of financial inclusion.
80+ Speakers
80 + Eminent speakers, including senior policymakers, industry leaders, regulators, and sector experts shaping the future of financial inclusion.
80+ Speakers
80 + Eminent speakers, including senior policymakers, industry leaders, regulators, and sector experts shaping the future of financial inclusion.
2 Days
Experience 2 days of high-impact sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities with industry leaders, policymakers, and practitioners.
2 Days
Experience 2 days of high-impact sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities with industry leaders, policymakers, and practitioners.
2 Days
Experience 2 days of high-impact sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities with industry leaders, policymakers, and practitioners.
12+ Sessions
12 power-packed sessions with industry leaders, policymakers, and practitioners addressing emerging trends and challenges.
12+ Sessions
12 power-packed sessions with industry leaders, policymakers, and practitioners addressing emerging trends and challenges.
12+ Sessions
12 power-packed sessions with industry leaders, policymakers, and practitioners addressing emerging trends and challenges.
59+ Partners
59 valued partners supporting and strengthening the Conference.
59+ Partners
59 valued partners supporting and strengthening the Conference.
59+ Partners
59 valued partners supporting and strengthening the Conference.
AWARDS
AWARDS
AWARDS
The Elaben Memorial Award 2026
The Elaben Memorial Award 2026
The Elaben Memorial Award 2026
The Elaben Memorial Award for the Best Women-Friendly Financial Institution 2026. The award honours organisations that foster a women-friendly environment and demonstrate a strong commitment to women’s empowerment.
The Elaben Memorial Award for the Best Women-Friendly Financial Institution 2026. The award honours organisations that foster a women-friendly environment and demonstrate a strong commitment to women’s empowerment.
The Elaben Memorial Award for the Best Women-Friendly Financial Institution 2026. The award honours organisations that foster a women-friendly environment and demonstrate a strong commitment to women’s empowerment.
The WASH Excellence Awards 2026
The WASH Excellence Awards 2026
The WASH Excellence Awards 2026
The WASH Excellence Awards 2026 will honour institutions that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to enabling access to safe water and sanitation through innovative financing solutions. The awards will be presented during the Sa-Dhan National Conference on 8th October 2026.
The WASH Excellence Awards 2026 will honour institutions that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to enabling access to safe water and sanitation through innovative financing solutions. The awards will be presented during the Sa-Dhan National Conference on 8th October 2026.
The WASH Excellence Awards 2026 will honour institutions that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to enabling access to safe water and sanitation through innovative financing solutions. The awards will be presented during the Sa-Dhan National Conference on 8th October 2026.
Low Income Housing Finance Champion Award 2026
Low Income Housing Finance Champion Award 2026
Low Income Housing Finance Champion Award 2026
The award honours outstanding Micro Lending Institutions (MLIs) advancing small ticket housing finance for low income households.
The award honours outstanding Micro Lending Institutions (MLIs) advancing small ticket housing finance for low income households.
The award honours outstanding Micro Lending Institutions (MLIs) advancing small ticket housing finance for low income households.
Agenda
DAY 1 - Detailed Agenda
Registration
08:45 AM – 09:45 AM
Inaugural SESSION
09:45 AM – 11:00 AM
Leadership Dialogue
Stability Inclusion and Innovation: Priorities for the Next phase of Indian Microfinance
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Tea Break
11:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Plenary Session 1:
High-Touch, High-Tech: Rewiring MFI Operations through Technology and Customer Connect
12:00 PM – 01:30 PM
Lunch Break
01:30 PM – 02:30 PM
Technical Session 1:
Microfinance 2.0: Operating Models & Emerging Trends
Technical Session 2:
Aiming Sustainable Growth: Strategizing Climate Risk into Microfinance Operations
Technical Session 3:
Technology in Underwriting - Use of AI and Alternative Data for Credit Decisions
02:30 PM – 03:30 PM
Tea Break
03:30 PM – 04:00 PM
wash awards
04:00 PM – 04:15 PM
Round Table:
The Trust Compact: Balancing Growth, Profitability & Social Mission a view from the Corner Office
04:15AM – 05:00 PM
Agenda
DAY 1 - Detailed Agenda
Registration
08:45 AM – 09:45 AM
Inaugural SESSION
09:45 AM – 11:00 AM
Leadership Dialogue
Stability Inclusion and Innovation: Priorities for the Next phase of Indian Microfinance
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Tea Break
11:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Plenary Session 1:
High-Touch, High-Tech: Rewiring MFI Operations through Technology and Customer Connect
12:00 PM – 01:30 PM
Lunch Break
01:30 PM – 02:30 PM
Technical Session 1:
Microfinance 2.0: Operating Models & Emerging Trends
Technical Session 2:
Aiming Sustainable Growth: Strategizing Climate Risk into
Microfinance Operations
Technical Session 3:
Technology in Underwriting - Use of AI and Alternative Data for Credit Decisions
02:30 PM – 03:30 PM
Tea Break
03:30 PM – 04:00 PM
wash awards
04:00 PM – 04:15 PM
Round Table:
The Trust Compact: Balancing Growth, Profitability & Social Mission a view from the Corner Office
04:15AM – 05:00 PM
Sa-Dhan Archives
Sa-Dhan Archives
Sa-Dhan Archives
Sa-Dhan archives is a repository of valuable insights gathered from our conferences over the years.
Sa-Dhan archives is a repository of valuable insights gathered from our conferences over the years.
Sa-Dhan archives is a repository of valuable insights gathered from our conferences over the years.
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Who can attend the conference?
The conference is open to microfinance institutions, NGOs, financial service providers, policymakers, academics, students, and professionals engaged in financial inclusion and development finance.
Is there a registration fee for signing up?
What does the registration fee include?
Is group registration available?
Does the registration fee include accommodation?
What is the refund policy for the conference?
Can I exhibit or sponsor at the event?
Get in touch
For all queries, please write to conference@sa-dhan.org
Hari Darshan Mishra, 8340125231 (Registration)
Sunitha Nara, 9873075502 (Sponsorship and Stalls)
Dheeraj Kumar Joshi, 96271 59302 (Accounts)
Rituparna Roy, 9873005101 (Media & Awards)
Sandeep Rewari, 9560055664 (Any Inquiry)
Head Office-D-26, Ground Floor, South Extension, Part - 2,
New Delhi - 110049
Who can attend the conference?
The conference is open to microfinance institutions, NGOs, financial service providers, policymakers, academics, students, and professionals engaged in financial inclusion and development finance.
Is there a registration fee for signing up?
What does the registration fee include?
Is group registration available?
Does the registration fee include accommodation?
What is the refund policy for the conference?
Can I exhibit or sponsor at the event?
Get in touch
For all queries, please write to conference@sa-dhan.org
Hari Darshan Mishra, 8340125231 (Registration)
Sunitha Nara, 9873075502 (Sponsorship and Stalls)
Dheeraj Kumar Joshi, 96271 59302 (Accounts)
Rituparna Roy, 9873005101 (Media & Awards)
Sandeep Rewari, 9560055664 (Any Inquiry)
Head Office-D-26, Ground Floor, South Extension, Part - 2,
New Delhi - 110049
Who can attend the conference?
The conference is open to microfinance institutions, NGOs, financial service providers, policymakers, academics, students, and professionals engaged in financial inclusion and development finance.
Is there a registration fee for signing up?
What does the registration fee include?
Is group registration available?
Does the registration fee include accommodation?
What is the refund policy for the conference?
Can I exhibit or sponsor at the event?
Get in touch
For all queries, please write to
conference@sa-dhan.org
Hari Darshan Mishra, 8340125231 (Registration)
Sunitha Nara, 9873075502 (Sponsorship and Stalls)
Dheeraj Kumar Joshi, 96271 59302 (Accounts)
Rituparna Roy, 9873005101 (Media & Awards)
Sandeep Rewari, 9560055664 (Any Inquiry)
Head Office-D-26, Ground Floor, South Extension, Part - 2, New Delhi - 110049