Annual Conference 2026

Date : 11th September 2026
Venue : Hotel HYATT Pune

Highlights:

• Welcome and Inaugural addresses by Mr. Sunil Javalekar (Chairman – Western Region, AIFI & CEO, S.B. Forgetech Pvt. Ltd.) and Mr. Yash J Munot (President, AIFI & CEO – Varsha Forgings Pvt. Ltd.) respectively, who emphasized AIFI’s continuous efforts towards knowledge-sharing, skill development, and industry representation.

• Industry outlook ” Indian Forging Industry – Next Global Edge” an insightful presentation, focusing on opportunities to tap ,Mr. Yogesh Thakar, Executive Director, PwC.

• Special Address by Chief Guest Mr. Thomas Dose, Managing Director, BMW Group Plant Chennai – focusing on “Creating Value by Optimization”
•  Panel Discussion on  “Managing Uncertainty / Challenges to Capitalize on Demand Surge” moderated by Mr. S. Ravishankar, Vice President, AIFI & MD, Super Auto Forge Pvt. Ltd. with eminent 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 :
  •  Mr. Vidyashankar Krishnan, CMD, M.M. Forgings Ltd.
  • Mr. Vikas Bajaj, MD, Bajaj Motors Ltd.
  • Mr. Sahil Jain, CEO, Hirschvogel Components India Private Limited.

With challenges such as U.S. tariffs, FTAs, and Carbon Tax, alongside opportunities like GST 2.0 reforms, strong auto demand, and India’s projected $200B auto-component industry by 2030, the convention was a step forward in charting the path for sustained growth.

AIFI remains committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and excellence in the forging industry through workshops, seminars, training programs, and special knowledge sessions across India.Together, we forge the future!