Two-day forum in New Delhi brings together leaders from creativity, culture, business and technology
New Delhi: The fourth season of the Creative Economy Forum (CEF) concluded on September 19 at the PHD Chamber of Commerce & Industry, New Delhi, bringing together prominent voices from the creative, cultural, business and technology sectors under the theme “Rise of Creative Bharat.”
Held over September 18 and 19, the two-day forum provided a platform for conversations around the growing role of India’s creative economy and its potential to contribute to entrepreneurship, employment, innovation and global cultural influence.
The forum brought together creative entrepreneurs, artists, industry leaders, policymakers, technology professionals and international representatives, creating opportunities for discussions, networking and collaboration.
Creativity Meets Business
A key focus of CEF Season 4 was the changing relationship between creativity and commerce. Discussions explored how creative ideas can evolve into sustainable businesses, intellectual property and globally recognised brands.
The programme covered a diverse range of subjects, including live entertainment, fashion, creative intellectual property, cultural infrastructure, public art, heritage, craft, media and music technology.
The conversations highlighted the importance of creating stronger ecosystems where creative professionals can access business opportunities, technology, investment and international markets.
AI and the Future of Creativity
Technology and artificial intelligence were also significant themes during the forum. Discussions around Creative AI, human-AI collaboration and music technology reflected the rapid transformation taking place across India’s creative industries.
As AI continues to influence content creation, music, entertainment and digital media, the forum provided an opportunity to discuss how technology can complement human creativity while opening new possibilities for creators and businesses.
Taking Indian Creativity Global
Another important focus was the global potential of Indian creative intellectual property. Speakers and participants discussed how Indian stories, cultural ideas and creative formats can reach international audiences while retaining their distinctive identity.
The participation of international voices further strengthened conversations around cultural exchange and collaboration.
Celebrating Creative Excellence
The two-day programme concluded with the Creative Global Voice of India (CGVI) Awards, celebrating creative businesses and institutions. The closing evening also featured a red-carpet reception, bringing together personalities from the creative, cultural, entertainment and business communities.
CEF Season 4 ultimately highlighted a larger shift in India’s economic landscape — where creativity is increasingly being recognised not only as culture, but also as an engine for innovation, entrepreneurship and global influence.
With “Rise of Creative Bharat” as its central theme, the fourth edition reinforced the growing conversation around building a stronger, more connected and globally competitive Indian creative economy.
