Mysuru, being the key driver of the green movement, covers 7.53 million sq ft of green building footprint with over 30 IGBC-registered projects spanning across commercial, residential, and industrial & logistics projects. Some of the major projects are Construction of Jalabhavan Office Building, Nr Foundation Training Center for the Specially Abled, Infosys Mysore SDB5- Blocks 1 & 2, SIDBI Mysuru Branch Office, City Centre Mall. This scale of adoption reflects a decisive shift from intent to implementation, positioning sustainability as a core driver of urban liveability, resource security, and long-term economic growth—aligned with the conclave theme, “Sustainable Mysuru - Blending Culture, Climate Community in Mysuru, emphasizing the state’s ambition to lead India’s urban sustainability movement through innovation, policy, and community engagement.”
The inaugural session had the presence Mr Utsav Agarwal, Chairman, CII Mysuru Zone, and Director, Bhoruka Fabcons Pvt Ltd; Mr K Sriram, Chairman, IGBC National Committee for Policies & Incentives and Managing Director, Tapovan Projects; Mr Vinod Maroli, Chairman, IGBC Mysuru Chapter and Managing Director, Venus Gas Products; and Mr D Srihari, Co-Chairman, IGBC Mysuru, and Chairman, GSS Projects, along with distinguished dignitaries from industry and academia.
Mr Shaikh Tanveer Asif, Commissioner, Mysuru City Corporation, remarked, “The business community of Mysuru has consistently extended strong support to the Mysuru City Corporation for various civic initiatives. Enhancing civic sense among citizens remains a key priority in maintaining Mysuru’s cleanliness. We are actively working towards mechanizing our operations, having established nearly 200 tonnes of solid waste material recovery facilities and an additional 150 TPD waste management facility. Achieving long-term sustainability requires greater participation from citizens, institutions, and NGOs. We encourage stakeholders to contribute by adopting parks, maintaining public spaces, supporting mechanization efforts, and engaging in knowledge-sharing and community-driven initiatives. Corporate Social Responsibility can play a vital role in strengthening these efforts. We urge the citizens and institutional leaders of Mysuru to join hands with the Mysuru City Corporation in building a sustainable, vibrant, and green city. Partnerships with organizations like IGBC enable us to adopt best practices and create a more resilient and environmentally conscious urban ecosystem.”
Speaking at the session, Mr Utsav Agarwal, Chairman, CII Mysuru Zone, and Director, Bhoruka Fabcons Pvt Ltd, stated, “Mysuru has always been a city that balances heritage with forward-looking development, and today, sustainability is central to that vision. At CII Mysuru Zone, we have been actively engaging industry and institutions to adopt energy-efficient practices, responsible resource management, and cleaner technologies. The Green Mysuru Conclave is a timely initiative that brings together key stakeholders to align on practical, scalable solutions for a greener future. By fostering collaboration between industry, government, and academia, we can collectively accelerate Mysuru’s transition towards a more sustainable and resilient urban ecosystem.”
At the event, Mr K Sriram, Chairman, IGBC National Committee for Policies & Incentives and Managing Director, Tapovan Projects, said, “Mysuru stands at a defining moment in India’s sustainability journey, where heritage and forward-thinking urbanisation can seamlessly coexist. The vision of ‘Sustainable Mysuru – Blending Culture, Climate & Community’ is not merely aspirational—it is actionable through strong policy frameworks, targeted incentives, and deep stakeholder collaboration. As a nation, we must accelerate the adoption of green building practices by embedding sustainability into regulatory ecosystems, encouraging innovation in materials and design, and enabling developers and industries to transition towards low-carbon growth pathways. Mysuru, with its rich cultural fabric and progressive governance, has the potential to become a lighthouse city—demonstrating how policy-led transformation, backed by industry commitment and citizen participation, can create resilient, climate-responsive urban habitats for the future.”
Addressing the gathering, Mr Vinod Maroli, Chairman, IGBC Mysuru Chapter and Managing Director, Venus Gas Products and Mr D Srihari, Co-Chairman, IGBC Mysuru and Chairman, GSS Projects, shared a unanimous thought that “Mysuru stands at a pivotal point in its urban development journey, where integrating sustainability into infrastructure is essential. Through IGBC’s holistic frameworks, IGBC Mysuru Chapter is enabling stakeholders to build green at scale while embedding sustainability into everyday practices. At the same time, Mysuru’s cultural identity and strong community spirit offer a unique opportunity to drive grassroots engagement alongside innovation. Platforms like the Green Mysuru Conclave are key to fostering collaboration and accelerating action. Our vision is to position Mysuru as a benchmark city for environmentally responsible, resource-efficient, and inclusive urban development.”
The conclave featured insightful sessions and panel discussions focusing on strengthening Mysuru’s sustainability ecosystem. A panel discussion on “Strengthening Mysuru’s Sustainability Ecosystem – The Built Environment & Key Economic Enablers,” brought together eminent experts, from the University of Mysuru; Brigade Group; NIE CREST; Club Mahindra; and Interglobal Hotels. The panel explored strategies for integrating green building practices with economic growth, renewable energy adoption, and sustainable urban planning. A technical session on “Building the Sustainability Ecosystem in Mysuru through Green Frameworks, Smart Solutions & Eco-Friendly Practices” and “Campus Sustainability Spotlight – Mysuru’s Educational Institutions Leading the Green Movement,” were held, to highlights frameworks, green building materials, technologies and the role of academic institutions in driving sustainability.
The event concluded with a strong commitment from all participants to work collaboratively towards strengthening Mysuru’s position as a leading green city in sustainable urban development, with IGBC reaffirming its continued support through technical expertise, certification programs, and advocacy initiatives on green building technologies, policy interventions, and incentives to promote sustainable construction across sectors and enhance energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste management in both new and existing developments.
