The Research, Industry, Start-up and Entrepreneurship (RISE) Conclave 2026 is set to take place on a weekend at the VM Ghatge Convention Centre in Bengaluru, uniting scientists, industry specialists, entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers from across India. Jointly organized by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), including its laboratories like the Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) in Mysuru, the conclave aims to bridge the gap between research and industry, promoting collaboration to transform scientific discoveries into commercial products. The event is themed ‘Innovation and Entrepreneurship Driven Growth for Viksit Bharat 2047’ and will be inaugurated by Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh. Over 100 start-ups and technology exhibitors, supported by organizations such as ISRO and DST, are expected to showcase innovations. Key sessions will address aerospace technologies, artificial intelligence, and venture capital funding, fostering a vibrant ecosystem for innovation-led economic growth and self-reliance.