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Explore three days of business dialogue, networking, cultural experience, and global collaboration at the Global Hindu Business Conference 2026.

July 10–12, 2026 Bali, Indonesia

Welcome Reception & Business Networking

The first day welcomes delegates to Bali with arrival, check-in, cultural reception, welcome dinner, and informal networking with international participants.

9:00 AM

Arrival & Hotel Check-in

🕘 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM GMT+8 📍 Aston Denpasar

Delegates arrive in Bali and check-in at the official hotel before the evening welcome program begins.

5:30 PM

Board Bus for Welcome Dinner Venue

🕠 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM GMT+8 📍 Official hotel

Delegates gather and board the official bus service for transfer to the welcome dinner venue.

6:00 PM

Bus Departs from Hotel

🕠 06.00 PM GMT+8 📍 Official hotel to Jaya Sabha

The official bus departs from the hotel to Jayasabha, the venue for the welcome dinner and business networking program.

7:00 PM

Welcome Dinner & Business Networking

🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM GMT+8 📍 Jaya Sabha — The Bali Governor Residence

A warm opening evening hosted in Bali, featuring welcome remarks, a special address on GHBC and Dharmanomics, and business networking with international delegates.

🎙 Speaker/Host
I Wayan Koster
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Dr. Ir. I Wayan Koster, M.M.

Governor of Bali

Hosted & Welcoming Speech

Pak Jaman
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Dr. Ketut Jaman, S.S., M.Si., CMMC.

Managing Director Melali DMC

Introduction about GHBC

Dato’ Pardip K. Kukreja
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Dato’ Pardip K. Kukreja

Executive Chairman Paradise Group of Companies

Towards Dharmanomics, Designing the Future

9:00 PM

Return to Hotel

🕘 9:00 PM – 9:30 PM GMT+8 📍 Jaya Sabha to Aston Denpasar

Delegates return to the official hotel after the welcome dinner and networking session.

Opening Ceremony & Global Business Forum

The second day of GHBC 2026 begins with delegate arrival, cultural welcoming, and the official opening ceremony, followed by keynote sessions, panel discussions, business networking, exhibition visits, and strategic conversations on Dharmanomics, entrepreneurship, women leadership, technology, and global collaboration.

6:00 AM

Breakfast at the Hotel

🕘 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM GMT+8 📍 Official Hotel

Breakfast is provided for registered participants staying at the official hotel before departure to the conference venue.

7:00 AM

Board Bus to Conference Venue

🕘 7:00 AM – 7:15 AM GMT+8 📍 Official Hotel

Delegates gather and board the official shuttle service to the main conference venue.

7:15 AM

Bus Departs from Hotel

🕘 7:15 AM GMT+8 📍 Official Hotel to Aula Taman Asoka, Universitas Hindu Indonesia

The official bus departs from the hotel to Aula Taman Asoka, Universitas Hindu Indonesia, the main venue for GHBC 2026.

8:00 AM

Delegate Arrival & Security Check

🕘 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM GMT+8 📍 Aula Taman Asoka, Universitas Hindu Indonesia

Delegates arrive at the conference venue for security check and preparation before the official opening ceremony.

Program Highlight :

  • Balinese Cultural Dance & Musical Entertainment
9:00 AM

Opening Ceremony

🕘 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM GMT+8 📍 Aula Taman Asoka, Universitas Hindu Indonesia

The official opening ceremony of GHBC 2026, featuring national protocol, opening prayer, welcome speeches, official conference opening, Dharmanomics book launching, and Prajaniti Awards Ceremony.

Session Focus :

  • National Anthem of Indonesia
  • Opening Prayer
  • Launching of Dharmanomics Book
  • Prajaniti Bali Awards
🎙 Speaker/Host
Gibran Rakabuming Raka
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H.E Gibran Rakabuming Raka

Vice President of The Republic of Indonesia

Guest of Honour

Ni Luh Puspa
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Ni Luh Puspa

Vice Minister of Tourism of the Republic of Indonesia

Welcome Speech

Dr. Cokorda Gde Bayu Putra
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Dr. Cokorda Gde Bayu Putra, S.E., M.Si.

Rector Universitas Hindu Indonesia

Welcome Speech

Dato’ Pardip K. Kukreja
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Dato’ Pardip K. Kukreja

Executive Chairman Paradise Group of Companies

Speech by Founder of GHEN

10:00 AM

Keynote Session: What Is Dharmanomics?

🕙 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM GMT+8 📍 Main Conference Hall

A keynote session introducing Dharmanomics as a Dharma-based economic perspective that connects ethical wealth creation, philosophical foundations, and value-based economics.

Session Focus :

  • Ethical wealth creation and philosophical foundation based on Dharma perspective
🎙 Speaker/Host
K.S. Arsana
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K.S. Arsana, S.Psi., M.Pd.

Chairman Prajaniti Hindu Indonesia

What Is Dharmanomics?

Maneesh Tripathi
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Maneesh Tripathi

CEO Founder Director of Marble Rocks VCC Fund

Value-Based Economics

Adi Widyatmika
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Made Adi Widyatmika, S.T., M.Si., Ph.D.

Vice Rector Hindu University of Indonesia (UHI)

Moderator
11:00 AM

Coffee Break

🕚 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM GMT+8 📍 Conference Area

A short break for refreshments and informal networking among delegates.

11:30 AM

Building Startups with a Vision

🕦 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM GMT+8 📍 Main Conference Hall

A business session exploring private equity funding, startup development, financing strategies, challenges, and opportunities for building purpose-driven ventures.

🎙 Speaker/Host
Manish K. Khemka
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Manish K. Khemka

Executive Director BLC Holdings

Overview of Private Equity Funding and How It Can Work in Bali

I Gusti Agung Ngurah Rai Suryawijaya
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I Gusti Agung Ngurah Rai Suryawijaya, S.E., M.B.A.

Chairman of Indonesia Hotel and Restaurant Assosiacion Badung - Bali Chapter

Hospitality Beyond Service: How Bali’s Tourism Industry Creates Sustainable Business, Investment, and Cultural Value

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Md Ayu Diah Indira Virgiastuti T, S.S., MPhil.H

Prajaniti Bali

Moderator
12:30 PM

Lunch Break, Business Networking & Exhibition Visit

🕧 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM GMT+8 📍 Conference Area

Delegates enjoy lunch while connecting with participants, exhibitors, sponsors, and potential business partners through networking and exhibition visits.

2:00 PM

The “Shakti” Factor: Women Leadership in Business

🕑 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM GMT+8 📍 Main Conference Hall

A session highlighting women-led grassroots initiatives, traditional cooperatives, modern business transformation, and the role of women leaders in shaping inclusive economic growth.

🎙 Speaker/Host
Jero Ratni
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Jero Ratni S. Par, CH.t, E-RYT

Co-Founder & CEO Sang Spa SIgnature (Eling Group)

The "Shakti" Factor

Prof. Dr. Ni Made Eka Mahadewi
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Prof. Dr. Ni Made Eka Mahadewi, M.Par., CHE., CEE., CTE

Professor on Tourism Planning and Development

Human Resource Development

Sharon Kukreja
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Sharon Kukreja

Swarnabhumih Sdn. Bhd.

From Lawyer to Entrepreneur

Amutha Subramaniam
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Amutha Subramaniam

CEO Hers Manufacturing Sdn Bhd

The ‘Shakti’ Factor

Santhi Subramaniam
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Santhi Subramaniam

MAWID Exco

Moderator
3:00 PM

Tea Break

🕒 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM GMT+8 📍 Conference Area

A short afternoon break for refreshments and informal conversations.

3:30 PM

Dharmanomics in Action

🕞 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM GMT+8 📍 Main Conference Hall

A session exploring grassroots leaders, micro-entrepreneurs, community-based business movements, and practical models for strengthening local economic resilience.

🎙 Speaker/Host
Made Arya Amitabha
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Made Arya Amitaba, SE., MM.

Managing Director of BPR Kanti

Grassroots Leaders and Micro-Entrepreneurs

Pande Kadek Yuda Bakti
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Pande Kadek Yuda Bakti

CEO Fajar Benua Group

Grassroots Leaders and Micro-Entrepreneurs

Amu Shah
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Amu Shah

Owner IGA Tucker

Growing the FMCG Business

Noel Anthony
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Noel Anthony Philips

Consultant IGA Tucker

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K.S. Arsana, S.Psi., M.Pd.
Dato’ Pardip K. Kukreja

Moderator
4:30 PM

Technologies of the Future

🕟 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM GMT+8 📍 Main Conference Hall

A forward-looking session discussing future technologies, renewable energy, electric vehicles, and tourism opportunities as part of sustainable economic development.

🎙 Speaker/Host
Ketut Jaman
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Dr. Ketut Jaman, S.S., M.Si., CMMC.

Managing Director of Melali Bali DMC

Tourism Opportunities in Bali

Dr. Shashank Vikram
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Dr. Shashank Vikram

Consul General of India, Bali

Bridging Civilizations: Strengthening India – Southeast Asia Partnership through Culture and Sustainable Tourism

Dato S. Viswanathan
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Dato’ S. Viswanathan

Senior Advisor & Director Spark Consulting

Future of EV

Yuthaya Surian
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M. Yuthaya Surian

Director of Business Development & Technical Support Total IFM Sdn Bhd

Future of Solar and Renewable Energy

Prof. Gede Ginaya
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Prof. Gede Ginaya

Lecturer Politeknik Negeri Bali

Moderator
5:30 PM

Round Table Discussion with Consul General of India

🕟 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM GMT+8 📍 Main Conference Hall

An optional round table discussion focusing on India – Bali business collaboration and potential opportunities for cross-border engagement.

🎙 Speaker/Host
Dr. Shashank Vikram
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Dr. Shashank Vikram

Consul General of India, Embassy of India

6:30 PM

Dinner

🕖 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM GMT+8 📍 To be confirmed

An evening dinner program for delegates and invited guests.

Business Ecosystem, Dharmanomics in Action & Bali Declaration

The final day of GHBC 2026 focuses on global business ecosystems, international trade, sustainable agriculture, brand building, business networking, Dharmanomics implementation, and the Bali Declaration as a shared commitment for future collaboration.

9:00 AM

Business Eco-System: Part 1

🕘 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM GMT+8 📍 Main Conference Hall

A session exploring global trade, logistics, ethical supply chains, brand building, and the development of a Dharma-based global business ecosystem.

🎙 Speaker/Host
Ashwin Takoor
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Ashwin Takoor

Vice President Hindu Chamber of Commerce Mauritius

International Global Trading

Gopala Krishnan
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Dato Dr M. Gopala Krishnan FLogM
  • Executive Chairman/CEO Atlantic Container Lines Malaysia
  • President of Malaysia Chapter - 99 Business Club

Logistics "Building Ethical & Resilient Supply Chain"

Prabhakar Ramiah
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Prabhakar Ramiah

CEO Valtornics Dubai

Karma Yoga for Prosperity: Building Wealth with Dharma

Dewa Gede Kresna
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I Dewa Gede Kresna Adhi Yoga BBA, MA.

Operational Director & Digital Marketing Coach Pusaka Dewa Krisna Group

Moderator
10:00 AM

Tea Break

🕙 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM GMT+8 📍 Conference Area

A short break for refreshments and networking.

10.30 AM

Business Eco-System: Part 2

🕥 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM GMT+8 📍 Main Conference Hall

A session highlighting sustainable agriculture, Bali’s potential as a gateway to global opportunity, and ASEAN business opportunities.

🎙 Speaker/Host
Dr. Gusti Alit Suputra
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Dr. Gusti Alit Suputra, S.E., M.M.

Lecturer of Universitas Hindu Indonesia (UNHI)

Prosperity Bali "Gateway to Global Opportunity and Business Hub"

Arvind Shukla
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Arvind Shukla

Director of TTJ TRAVMART & CEO of Travee Plus

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Abishek

Dental Tourism

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Pande Kadek Yuda Bakti

CEO Fajar Benua Group

Moderator
11:30 AM

Business Networking & Exhibition Booth Visit

🕦 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM GMT+8 📍 Exhibition Area

A dedicated networking session for delegates to connect with exhibitors, explore business-to-business opportunities, and discuss potential collaboration, patronage, and funding for Dharmanomics Warung initiatives.

Session Focus :

  • Letter of Intent
  • Business-to-Business Collaboration
  • Patronage and Funding for Dharmanomics Warung
12:30 PM

Lunch

🕧 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM GMT+8 📍 Conference Area

Lunch break and informal networking among delegates, speakers, and partners.

2:30 PM

Dharmanomics in Action

🕝 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM GMT+8 📍 Main Conference Hall

A strategic session focused on strengthening the implementation of Dharmanomics through institutional development, collaborative leadership, and community-based economic initiatives.

Session Focus :

  • Establish Board of Committee for Global Hindu Entrepreneur Network
  • Establish Task Force for Dharmic Warung Network
🎙 Speaker/Host
K.S. Arsana
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K.S. Arsana

Chairman of Prajaniti Hindu Indonesia

Cokorda Gde Bayu
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Dr. Cokorda Gde Bayu Putra, S.E., M.Si.

Rector Universitas Hindu Indonesia (UNHI)

Made Arya Amitabha
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Made Arya Amitaba, SE., MM.

Managing Director of BPR Kanti

Dewa Gede Sukawati
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I Dewa Gede Sukawati

Chairman of the Parisada Hindu Dharma Indonesia (PHDI) Central Papua Province
CEO of PT Pusaka Dewa Kresna

Dato Pardip Kukreja
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Dato’ Pardip Kumar Kukreja

Executive Chairman - Paradise Group of Companies

Nyoman Gde Agus
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I Nyoman Gde Agus Asrama, S.Kom.

Chairman of the Integration and Coordination Team Grand Design Hindu Dharma Indonesia (GDHDI)
Co-Founder and CEO Astagatra Institute

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To Be Confirmed

Moderator
4:00 PM

Bali Declaration

🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM GMT+8 📍 Main Conference Hall

A closing and manifesto session that consolidates the key outcomes of GHBC 2026 and defines the next steps for GHEN, the Dharma Warung Network, and future global collaboration.

🎙 Session Lead
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I Ketut Arya Suharja

Widya Kerthi Education Foundation

Session Lead

6:00 PM

Farewell Dinner

🕡 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM GMT+8 📍 Official residence, Denpasar

The official farewell dinner hosted by the Mayor of Denpasar, marking the closing of GHBC 2026 and celebrating the spirit of global collaboration, Dharma, and shared prosperity.