The Conclave of Religions–Mumbai 2026, held at the JW Marriott in Juhu, Mumbai, brought together religious leaders, scholars, and civil society members to address the pressing issues of religious polarization and ecological crises. The event, organized by the Inter-Religious Solidarity Council and the Centre for Study of Society and Secularism, focused on the theme ‘Sacred Earth, Shared Humanity: Rethinking Religious Ethos in an Age of Crisis’. Keynote speaker T M Krishna, a Carnatic vocalist and public intellectual, emphasized the need for society to confront challenging questions regarding the conflict between organized religion and spirituality. He advocated for genuine dialogue to find common ground among different beliefs. Other speakers, including Bishop Dominic Savio Fernandes and Buddhist monk Geshe Tenzin Damchoe, echoed the sentiment that all religions share a foundation of love and compassion. They cautioned against labeling entire communities based on the actions of a few. Dr Surinder Kaur highlighted the necessity of turning discussions into action to gradually eliminate hatred. In a session on environmental ethics, Dr Sameer Sharma from the Bahá’í community underscored the commitment to sustainability, linking ecological protection to moral responsibility. The conclave concluded with a call for actionable steps to foster both social cohesion and environmental stewardship.