Nagpur’s IGBC Connect roadshow marked a pivotal moment in the city’s journey toward sustainable growth and urban transformation. This roadshow served as a prelude to IGBC’s national flagship event, the Green Building Congress 2025, scheduled to take place in Mumbai from 27–29 November 2025 at the Jio World Convention Centre. Participants were welcomed by Shankar Ghime, Chairman of the IGBC Nagpur Chapter, setting a dynamic tone for the evening and fostering commitment toward advancing green practices in the built environment.
A series of technical sessions and presentations by supporters offered diverse perspectives on sustainable construction. Anuja Mahale, Associate Counsellor at CII-IGBC, introduced the concept of green homes, highlighting the potential for sustainable residential development in the city. Mamta Rawat, Founder and CEO of ClimateNama Pvt. Ltd., addressed the theme “Viksit Bharat, Viksit Nagpur,” urging stakeholders to adopt transformative urban practices. Prathamesh Patil of Saint-Gobain Glass and Pravin Charde of Visuddhi Group shared insights into sustainable innovations in their respective sectors. Shankar Ghime concluded the technical session by previewing the upcoming Green Building Congress 2025, inviting participants to continue their engagement with IGBC at the national level.
A robust panel discussion, “Reimagining Nagpur: A Roadmap to a Sustainable and Climate-Resilient City,” featured thought leaders such as Vishwash H. Gupta (CREDAI Nagpur), Kamal Nayak (RBI), Komal Thakur (Ecotecture India), Ghanshyam Dhokne (NAREDCO Vidarbha), and Abhilasha Sharma and Himanshu Thakkar (Indian Institute of Interior Designers). The forum explored the challenges and opportunities facing Nagpur, ranging from eco-friendly construction to resource efficiency and policy advocacy.
During his keynote, Shankar Ghime, Chairman of the IGBC Nagpur Chapter, said, “Nagpur stands at a crucial juncture, where sustainable development is an aspiration soon to turn into reality. By fostering collaboration between industry, government, and the community, we at IGBC Nagpur Chapter aim to drive transformative change and position our city as a green and resilient urban space.”
The evening concluded with a lively Q&A session, where participants exchanged ideas and built partnerships to advance Nagpur’s sustainable development goals. Members also expressed interest in actively participating and engaging with global sustainability leaders at IGBC’s Green Building Congress the following month. The event reaffirmed IGBC’s commitment to nurturing expert dialogue and propelling the city’s green agenda forward.
Through collaborative discussions at IGBC Connect, participants established a solid foundation for future urban sustainability initiatives. The energy and commitment displayed reflected Nagpur’s readiness to lead in sustainable urbanism, with platforms like the Green Building Congress accelerating the sharing of innovations and best practices across regions. This momentum positions Nagpur strongly to organize a dedicated summit focused on accelerating climate-resilient and green growth in the future.
