In a major announcement, it has been confirmed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will deliver the keynote address at the News9 Global Summit 2024.

The summit, an integral part of TV9‘s What India Thinks Today (WITT), is scheduled to take place between February 25 and 26, 2024, and is poised to bring together visionaries, policymakers, and influencers from across the globe.

According to a press release, the summit themed is ‘India: Poised for the Next Big Leap,’ the News9 Global Summit aims to be an unparalleled gathering, featuring distinguished speakers such as former Prime Minister of Australia, Tony Abbott; Union Minister S. Jaishankar, Smriti Irani, Ashwini Vaishnaw, and Anurag Thakur; American sociologist Salvatore Babones; Indian film actresses Kangana Ranaut and Raveena Tandon; Grammy-award winner Ricky Kej; and author Vivek Sampath, among others.

The two-day summit will focus on specific areas, starting on February 25 with “The Inaugural,” initiating thought-provoking discussions on India’s soft power in cinema and sports. This will include fireside chats and panel discussions with top Union ministers, celebrities, and industry experts, such as G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant, Grammy Award winners V Selvaganesh and Rakesh Chaurasia, and Sinclair Broadcast Group CEO Christopher Ripley.

The Inaugural will also feature TV9 Network’s Nakshatra Samman Awards, recognizing outstanding individuals in India’s sports and entertainment landscape. On February 26, the summit will transition to its flagship event, the Global Summit, focusing on pressing geopolitical and geo-economic issues. Notable speakers include Union Ministers S. Jaishankar, Smriti Irani, Ashwini Vaishnaw, Vivek Lall, Jodi McKay, R. C. Bhargava, Anish Shah, Salvatore Babones, and Salman Khurshid.

Mr. Barun Das, Managing Director and CEO of TV9 Network, expressed excitement about the summit, stating, “TV9 WITT is a manifestation of our belief in the power of ideas to drive positive change.” He anticipates the event to catalyze shaping the narrative of the new India in the coming decade. The bold theme, “India: Poised for the Next Big Leap,” underscores the confidence in the nation’s trajectory.

For more information on the WITT Global Summit 2024, interested individuals can visit News9’s official website. The summit promises to be a platform for inspiring discussions and collaborative initiatives, bringing together global thought leaders for a meaningful exchange of ideas.