_{Kochi: The highly anticipated second edition of Summit of Future, a dynamic convergence of innovation, ideas and entertainment, hosted by Jain (Deemed-to-be) University, Kochi campus, is set to take place in Kochi from January 29 to February 1. The logo of the second edition of the Summit of the Future was unveiled at a ceremony held at Hotel Grand Hyatt, Kochi on Saturday. The event was graced by Hibi Eden, MP; Dr. Tom M. Joseph, Director of New Initiatives, Jain (Deemed-to-be) University; Prof. Venu Rajamony, Chairman, Future Kerala Mission; Prof. Dr. J. Letha, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Jain University; Sushant Kurunthil, CEO, Infopark and Subi Kurian, Head of Operations, Jain University, Kochi.}

Building on the resounding success of its inaugural edition, the four-day summit will feature seven thematic tracks; Education, Technology, Earth, Entrepreneurship, Wellness, Food, Culture and Literature. The event will bring together over two lakh participants, including 400+ experts and 30+ artists, across 30+ panel discussions, 25+ workshops, and 15+ masterclasses.

A key highlight this year is the emphasis on public participation alongside global thinkers, policymakers, industry leaders, academicians and students. Through a state-wide campaign, citizens will be invited to contribute their ideas and visions for Kerala’s future, with selected proposals presented to expert panels during the summit.

Popular attractions from the previous edition, such as celebrity performances, Robo Verse, Students' Biennale, Music Night, Food Street, Flea Market and Dance Kochi, will make a return. New features this year include Kerala’s largest Auto Expo, E-sports Game Verse, Human Library and a spectacular Drone Show, promising an even more immersive experience.

In the run-up to the main event, two flagship initiatives, Idea Fest 2025 and Speak for Future, have been launched to engage young minds. Idea Fest 2025, a hybrid innovation challenge, invites final-year undergraduate students from Kerala and Plus Two students from Kerala and the Gulf region to participate. The event includes an online Design Thinking workshop in early November, followed by on-campus finals on November 21–22.

Speak for Future calls for undergraduate, postgraduate, and higher secondary students to submit five-minute video speeches on “Future in My Perspective” using the hashtag #SpeakForTheFuture. Entries close on January 10, 2026.

A central goal of the summit is to advance the work of the Future Kerala Mission, launched during the first edition to pursue long-term sustainability objectives. Ongoing initiatives include environmental restoration efforts such as the eradication of water hyacinth.

The inaugural Summit of Future set new benchmarks, earning recognition in the Asia Book of Records and the India Book of Records as the largest gathering of experts discussing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With over 1 lakh attendees, 317 speakers, and 15+ artists, it featured 115+ sessions, 50+ masterclasses and unique events like Kerala’s first Tesla showcase, CEO Launch, Principals’ Conference, and Influencer Meet. The summit, whose logo was launched by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, generated over 1.5 crore online impressions, 200+ media stories, and 125+ hours of video content.

“The Summit of the Future is a remarkable platform that brings together people from all walks of life. Here, discussions will range from the challenges faced by the fishing community to cutting-edge innovations in AI and robotics. This is not just a conference, but an initiative that will spark ideas and inspire actionable change in the lives of participants,” said Hibi Eden, MP.

“The Summit of the Future is envisioned as a platform where young minds, big ideas, and real change converge,” said Dr Tom M. Joseph, Director – New Initiatives, Jain (Deemed-to-be) University. “It is more than just an event, it is an inclusive and impactful space designed to benefit all. The initiative aims to shape a sustainable and secure society by integrating diverse sectors. The second edition will feature special summit tracks and knowledge-driven entertainment as its key highlights,” he added.

“The Future Kerala Mission continues to focus on entrepreneurship, youth engagement, and sustainable development. The upcoming summit will further accelerate these efforts and attract global expertise to Kerala,” said Prof. Venu Rajamony, Chairman, Future Kerala Mission.