India to host World Circular Economy Forum 2026, themed 'Circular Economy: Transition for People and Prosperity', at Gandhinagar during 15th - 18th September, 2026

India is set to host the World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) 2026 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, from 15th to 18th September 2026, marking a first for South Asia. The forum, themed 'Circular Economy: Transition for People and Prosperity', is jointly organized by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Finnish Innovation Fund Sitra, the Government of Finland, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), the Government of Gujarat, and the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB). The event aims to showcase India's initiatives in circularity—focusing on reusing, refurbishing, and recycling materials—and enhance international cooperation by bringing together over 2,000 stakeholders from more than 65 countries. On the sidelines, the 10 Year Framework of Programmes on Sustainable Consumption and Production Patterns (10 YFP) Board will hold an in-person meeting, following India's recent assumption of the role of Co-Chair.