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Bengaluru Climate Summit
ALTERNATIVE 26

The Bengaluru Climate Summit (BCS) is a city-wide platform for climate innovation, real actions, and urban solutions for a sustainable tomorrow.

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Disclaimer: Free tickets are limited. Once they’re filled, registration will be ₹199 for students (with ID card) and ₹499 for others.

Summit Dates
June 4 – 5, 2026
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Official Venue
CMRIT, AECS Layout Whitefield IT Corridor Bengaluru

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Government Support
Govt. of Karnataka
GBA
BWSSB
BDA
Secondary Sponsor
NABARD
Venue Partners
CMRIT
CMR University
Mobility Partner
Quick Ride
Outreach Partner
NWM
Associate Partners
Ekya Vana
A Shot
Zopnote
Xperio
Indus Herbs
Team Social Spotlight
TieOpp
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The Live Board

BCS Alternative 26 Journey

Real-time announcements, unmissable partnership reveals, and chronicles of the Alternative 26 journey.

DK Shivakumar launching BCS logo
01 / Logo Launch Pinned

Official BCS 2026 Logo Unveiled by Hon. Deputy CM DK Shivakumar

A momentous occasion at Vidhan Soudha marking the strong commitment of the Karnataka Government towards localized climate action.

CMRIT Partnership
02 / Partnership Pinned

Official Venue Formally Sealed with CMRIT Chairman Shri K.C. Ramamurthy

Proudly announcing CMRIT as the official venue. Together, we are bridging academia and real-world urban climate solutions for a sustainable Bengaluru.

BWSSB Partnership
03 / Partnership Pinned

BWSSB Comes Onboard under Dr. Ram Prasath Manohar, IAS

Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) officially partners with Alternative 26. A massive milestone for water security and urban climate resilience.

BCS Team Strategy Meeting
04 / Vision Alignment Pinned

Team Strategy & Execution Meet for BCS Alternative 2026

The entire BCS team came together to align on the vision, strategy, and execution. From ideas to action, focusing on building a platform that drives real impact for Bengaluru.

Vimove Approved on TieOpp
05 /Onboarded Pinned

Vimove Foundation Officially on TieOpp!

Exciting news! Vimove has been successfully listed on TieOpp, enabling us to further bridge the gap between academic research and actionable climate solutions.

Dhruv Patil Keynote Speaker
06 / Keynote Speaker Pinned

Welcoming Dhruv Patil as Keynote Speaker & Panelist

Honoured to have Dhruv Patil (UNESCO Expert Speaker & Wildlife Board Member) join BCS 2026 as our Youth Leadership Climate Keynote Speaker. A powerful voice for conservation and biodiversity.

Alternative 2026 Press Meet & #AIForBetterBLR Launch
07 / Launch & Kickoff Pinned

Alternative #2026 Press Meet & Launch of #AIForBetterBLR

The historic press meet of Alternative #2026 and launch of #AIForBetterBLR marked the kickoff of a people-powered movement. Focused on walkathons, climate huddles, and AI-powered civic mapping, this is what localized action looks like when Bengaluru decides to show up. #AIForBetterBLR #BengaluruClimateSummit #Alternative26 #NammaBengaluru #ClimateAction #BuiltByPeople #FutureOfBengaluru #PeopleAndAI #ClimateLeadership #WalkForChange

The Problem

Why Bengaluru Needs Climate Action Now

Bengaluru is at a critical tipping point. The summit is a city-wide platform bringing together policymakers, innovators, businesses, and citizens to drive real climate action for Bengaluru.

80% Water Supply is External
5,000+ Tonnes of Waste Generated Daily
>50% Workforce relies on Urban Mobility
<10% Citizen Participation in Urban Planning

THE VISION

To drive measurable climate impact in Bengaluru by aligning collective action and sustainable urban development.

BCS – Alternative 2026 aims to transform awareness into action across waste, water, energy, and mobility through active citizen participation. We are enabling collaboration between corporates, government, and communities to forge scalable climate solutions.

By fostering innovation, partnerships, and responsible practices that create long-term environmental and social value, we ultimately seek to position Bengaluru as a model climate-resilient and sustainable city.

Can Bengaluru sustain its future without urgent, collective climate action?

Core Programs

The Summit Experience

Six dynamic, high-impact platforms designed to drive institutional action and community engagement.

Climate Tech & Innovation Exhibition

Event that showcases innovative technologies and ideas aimed at solving climate change. It brings together experts, startups, and organizations(NGOs and others) to promote sustainable solutions and a greener future.

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Round Table Dialogues

Focused sessions across 6 critical themes designed to shift Bengaluru from vulnerability to resilience through actionable climate intelligence.

  • Water
  • Zero Waste
  • Biodiversity, Air, Mobility & Infra planning
  • Climate Tech
  • Youth
  • Art
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Day 1 & 2 • Action Blueprint

#AI4BetterBLR

Better Bengaluru powered by People & AI

The Silicon Valley of India needs its citizens to build practical solutions for its urban environmental challenges — FOR THE CITY, BY THE PEOPLE who live in it.

Action Roadmap & Phases:

Phase 1 (May 23): Walk & Mapping
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Phase 2 (May 30-31): Vibeathon AI Build
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Phase 3 (Jun 4-5): Showcase & Awards
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Art for Climate

Where creativity becomes climate action. Anchored by esteemed artists Mr. MG Doddamani and Mr. Ganesh Doddamani, proving that art can change the world.

Registrations Open For:

  • Nationwide Open Call (Artists)
  • Youth Competition (Youth)
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Changemaker Awards

Recognizing extraordinary individuals, NGOs, and corporations driving measurable, long-lasting sustainability impact in Bengaluru.

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Bengaluru Climate Voices

Amplifying local narratives, indigenous knowledge, and frontline community leaders shaping our regional climate resilience.

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Whether you're an innovator, policymaker, artist, or citizen —
there’s a place for you at the Bengaluru Climate Summit.

Summit Agenda

Alternative 2026 Schedule

Plan your itinerary across two days of high-impact dialogues, active citizen mapping, technology demos, awards, and cultural events.

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09:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Logistics

Registration & Networking

Public/Delegation/Students / arrival / media interaction, exhibition access

Outdoor / Registration Area
10:00 AM – 10:10 AM
Inauguration

Inaugural Ceremony & Walkthrough of Climate Innova Expo & visit Day 1 Inaugural Guest of Honor

Outdoor Experience Zone walkthrough with dignitaries

Outdoor Zone
10:10 AM – 10:20 AM
Civic Tech

Demo of AI4BetterBLR to Day 1 Inaugural Guest of Honor

Live civic-tech demonstration to inaugural guests

Outdoor Innovation
10:20 AM – 10:30 AM
Arts

Inaugural Walkthrough & Climate Art Exhibition Showcase + Live Camp Kick off - BY Day 1 Inaugural Guest of Honor

Outdoor citizen engagement activity

Outdoor Art Experience
10:30 AM – 10:40 AM
Ceremony

Welcome & Symbolic Tree Plantation & Official Opening Ceremony from Day 1 Inaugural Guest of honor

Auditorium inauguration and ceremonial launch

Main Auditorium
10:40 AM – 11:15 AM
Keynotes

Day 1 Inaugural Guest of honor Keynote Addresses

Day 1 Special addresses

Main Auditorium
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Roundtable 1

RT 1 Key Note + Water Thematic Roundtable Discussion

Topic - Beyond Kaveri: Can Bengaluru Rebuild Its Own Water Systems?

Main Auditorium
12:15 PM – 01:30 PM
Roundtable 2

RT 2 Key Note + Zero Waste Thematic Roundtable Discussion

Topic - Banned but Everywhere – Rebuilding Trust in Bengaluru's Waste Ecosystem

Main Auditorium
01:30 PM – 02:30 PM
Lunch Break

Lunch Break

Networking & exhibition visit

Own Lunch planning
02:45 PM – 03:10 PM
Awards

Announcement of Top 3 Winners – AI4BetterBLR Civic Innovation Challenge

Recognition of winning civic-tech ideas

Main Auditorium
03:10 PM – 03:25 PM
Arts

Felicitation of 10 Live Camp Artists - Art for Climate

Artist recognition ceremony

Art Gallery Zone
03:30 PM – 04:30 PM
Roundtable 3

RT 3 Biodiversity, Infrastructure & Mobility Roundtable Discussion

Topic - Three Faces, One Climate Crisis – Heatwaves, Traffic, Infra, Mobility & Rising AQI

Conference Hall A
04:30 PM – 05:00 PM
Logistics

Day 1 Conclusion

Summary remarks & next-day announcements

Main Auditorium
09:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Logistics

Registration & Networking

Public / Delegate/Media interactions & exhibition access

Registration Area
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Expo

Climate Innovation Walkthrough with Day 2 Guest of honor

Exhibition walkthrough and innovation showcase

Outdoor Experience Zone
10:15 AM – 10:25 AM
Civic Tech

Demonstration of AI4BetterBLR – Day 2 Guest of honor

Technology showcase for delegates & guests

Innovation Zone
10:30 AM – 10:40 AM
Arts

Guided Walkthrough of Climate Art Installations & Displays – Day 2 Guest of honor

Curated climate arts engagement

Climate Art Gallery
10:40 AM – 10:50 AM
Arts

Live Climate Art Camp Showcase Walk - Day 2 Guest of honor

Artist interaction and showcase

Outdoor Art Camp
10:50 AM – 11:15 AM
Keynotes

Stage Address by Day 2 Guest of honor address

Keynote and special addresses

Main Auditorium
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Roundtable 4

RT 4 Key note+Tech Climate Code Roundtable Discussion

Topic - Code the Climate - Building Climate Operating System

Main Auditorium
12:15 PM – 01:30 PM
Roundtable 5

RT 5 Key note+ Youth Climate Leadership Roundtable Discussions

Topic - Youth for Changing Planet - Rethinking What we Teach

Main Auditorium
01:30 PM – 02:30 PM
Lunch Break

Lunch Break

Networking lunch

02:45 PM – 03:30 PM
Workshop

News with Navya – Climate Media Workshop

Climate storytelling & media engagement & Work shop

Main Auditorium
03:30 PM – 03:45 PM
Awards

Climate Change Makers Awards Ceremony

Recognition of changemakers

Main Auditorium
03:45 PM – 04:00 PM
Awards

Climate Arts Display Awards

Awards for climate art displays

Main Auditorium
04:00 PM – 05:30 PM
Roundtable 6

Grand Finale -Key Note 1 & 2 followed by RT6 Culture for Climate

Topic: Culture for Climate -Can Art Inspire Bengaluru to ACT?

Main Auditorium
05:15 PM – 05:45 PM
Ceremony

Volunteer Recognition & Group Photo Session

Volunteer & partners appreciation and Team photo

Main Auditorium
05:45 PM – 06:00 PM
Logistics

Day 2 Conclusion

Closing remarks & summit conclusion

Main Auditorium
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Alternative 2026

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Alternative 2026

What to Expect

1,00,000+

Participants

City-wide engagement across citizens, youth, institutions, and stakeholders

2-Day

Climate Summit

A large-scale platform for dialogue, innovation, and action (June 4–5, 2026)

100+

Climate Leaders & Speakers

Bringing together policymakers, ESG leaders, innovators, and changemakers

50+

Youth leaders

Trained as future sustainability leaders driving on-ground impact

100+

Brand Ambassadors

Influencers, environmentalists, and public figures amplifying climate action

The Teams behind

Leadership, Advisory & Core Team

Meet the dedicated individuals working to build a sustainable and climate-resilient Bengaluru.

Vinay Shindhe

Vinay Shindhe

Curator & BCS Alternative'26 Summit Director

Driving the vision, design, and execution of Bengaluru's flagship citizen-led climate movement.

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Advisory Guidance

Clement Jayakumar

Clement Jayakumar

Advisor – Civic Leadership & Community Engagement

Anup Pai

Anup Pai(Founder, eSamudaay)

Advisor – FinTech & Climate Innovation

Sahmita R

Sahmita R(Founder, Resilience AI)

Advisor – People, Planet & Sustainable Business

Nagaraj Hundekar

Nagaraj Hundekar(Founder, Rudra Communication)

Advisor – Media Partnerships & Strategic Communications

Ravindra TC

Ravindra TC(Founder, Indus Herbs)

Advisor – Ecological Restoration & Grassroots Action

Rajesh Badigeri

Rajesh Badigeri(Founder, ZOPNOTE)

Advisor – Technology & Digital Innovation

Krishna Kumar

Krishna Kumar(GCC Consultant)

Advisor – Corporate & Industry Partnerships

Sunil KG

Sunil KG(Triathlete & Green Champion Bengaluru)

Advisor – Climate Advocacy & Community Engagement

Smitha Kulkarni

Smitha Kulkarni(Environmental Activist & Co-founder, Stonesoup)

Advisor – Social Entrepreneurship & Urban Initiatives

M G Doddamani

M G Doddamani(Eminent Visual Artist)

Advisor – Climate theme visual art engagement

Ganesh Doddamani

Ganesh Doddamani(Eminent Visual Artist)

Advisor – Climate theme visual art engagement

Core Team (Execution & Impact Engine)

Soundarya B

Soundarya B

Program Management Office (PMO) Lead – BCS ALTERNATIVE'26

Sonesh Shet

Sonesh Shet(Founder, Team Social Spotlight)

Environmental Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Vijay V

Vijay V

PMO – Program Coordination

Lakshmi Dayananda

Lakshmi Dayananda

PMO – Program Coordination

Keerthi Lavanya

Keerthi Lavanya

Lead – Design, Technology & Digital Enablers

Pranav Ramana

Pranav Ramana

Youth Strategy, Research, Operations & Social Media

Praveen

Praveen

Video Production & Storytelling

Madhur Shindhe

Madhur Shindhe

Social Media & Research

Shri

Shri

Tech & Social Media

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BECOME A BENGALURU CLIMATE AMBASSADOR

Lead climate action on your campus 🌍. Join the Bengaluru Climate Summit- Alternative #2026 as a Bengaluru Climate Ambassador and become part of a city-wide climate movement.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Promote BCS across your campus & networks
  • Lead registrations and engagement activities
  • Support social media & community outreach
  • Represent BCS in student communities
  • Drive climate conversations and participation

WHAT YOU GET

  • Internship Certificate
  • Leadership & event experience
  • Networking opportunities
  • Access to BCS 2026
  • Opportunity to work with climate leaders & innovators
DURATION: 1 Month Internship Program
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