DDF Consultants successfully hosted the third edition of its flagship Development Conclave, DEVCON 2025, in Dwarka, Delhi, celebrating over 25 years of architectural leadership and more than 500 completed projects. The event centered around the theme “Innovate, Build, Transform: India’s Blueprint for Growth” and was inaugurated by Ar. Abhay Vinayak Purohit, President of the Council of Architecture. He emphasized the importance of sustainability and the future of the built environment, highlighting India’s position at the edge of a major transformation.
The conclave brought together a powerful lineup of speakers and thought leaders from across sectors, including Dr. Sumita Ghosh, Naimuddin M, and Dr. Shailesh Agrawal, among others. They discussed various topics such as improving the efficiency of public construction, rejuvenation of Indian rivers, and the integration of emerging technologies like BIM, AR/VR, AI, and IoT in architectural practice. The event also featured technical sessions, including one on seismic-resilient technologies, and showcased the latest innovations from industry leaders.
One of the key highlights of the conclave was the unveiling of two transformative institutional projects by DDF Consultants: Sindhu University and Meerut Sports University. The university in Leh and Ladakh is envisioned as a hub for knowledge, culture, and regional development, while the sports university in Meerut is designed to support over 4,000 students and contribute to India’s preparation for the 2036 Olympics.
The conclave emphasized the importance of inter-sectoral dialogue in shaping future cities and the need for a shared vision for a more resilient, efficient, and forward-looking built environment in India. The event covered a range of pressing topics, including sustainable and disaster-resilient design, and the evolution of healthcare and educational infrastructure. The attendees underlined the importance of strengthening collaboration between clients, architects, project management consultants, and execution agencies to deliver holistic solutions.
DEVCON 2025 reaffirmed its stature as a vital platform for knowledge exchange and cross-disciplinary dialogue, with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and emerging technologies. The conclave helped shape a shared vision for a more resilient, efficient, and forward-looking built environment in India, and provided a platform for industry leaders to showcase their latest innovations and products. Overall, DEVCON 2025 was a successful event that brought together experts and thought leaders to discuss and shape the future of India’s built environment.