Schedule

Our event schedules are listed below

Registrations
09:00 IST

Registration


Common Hall
10:30-12:00 IST

Inaugural Ceremony: Building the Future of India's Construction Ecosystem

1. Evolving role of distributors & suppliers in India’s construction growth.
2. Stronger collaboration across manufacturers, dealers, and users for quality and sustainability. 
3. Infrastructure & housing push by the government creating ecosystem-wide opportunities.

  • Mr. V. R. Sharma, Vice Chairman of Advisory Board, Jindal Steel and Power
  • Mr. Bimlendra Jha, Ex- MD, JSP & Ambuja Cements Ltd, C Suite Thought Partner, Executive Coach,, IGNITINGMINDS GURU PRIVATE LIMITED
  • Mr. Anurag Sinha, Executive Director, Engineers India Limited

Common Hall
12:00-13:10 IST

India’s Infrastructure & Manufacturing Growth: Demand, Supply and the Backbone of Distribution

1. Demand forecast from housing, roads, metro, and industrial infrastructure
2. Impact of PM Awas Yojana, Smart Cities Mission, Industrial Corridors, PM Gatishakti, Sagarmala, and Bharatmala on construction-led demand
3. Balancing supply with demand - dealer and distributor perspectives
4. Integrating ports as inbound and outbound gateways and strengthening multimodal connectivity


Common Hall
13:00-13:30 IST

Case Study 1 - Service Center


Networking Lunch
13:30-14:30 IST

Networking Lunch


Common Hall
14:30-15:30 IST

Push for Green Steel Usage in India: Enabling Net Zero Commitments through Policy, Procurement and Practice

1. What level of green premium in steel is viable, who should absorb it, and how can policy support accelerate its reduction?
2. Who will drive demand for green steel in India, and how can procurement and long-term offtake commitments make it commercially bankable?
3. How does green steel strengthen competitiveness and net-zero outcomes, and what actions can industry take now to scale adoption?


Common Hall
15:30-16:15 IST

Enabling Channel Partners to Grow Stronger with Better Access to Capital

1. How can financing solutions like TReDS help channel partners manage cash flow better and reduce dependence on CC limits and traditional bank limits?
2. How does timely access to working capital support on-time payments, smoother daily operations, and steady business growth?
3. What practical financing options can help channel partners grow sustainably while easing pressure on existing bank lines?


Common Hall
16:15-17:00 IST

Developers’ Speak: Market Realities, Demand Outlook and Execution Challenges

1. Ground-level demand trends in residential and commercial projects 
2. Pricing sensitivity and procurement behaviour 
3. Challenges in project execution and material availability 4. Expectations from steel manufacturers and distributors


Common Hall
17:00-17:45 IST

Architects’ Perspective: Design Trends, Material Preferences and Steel Usage

1. Emerging architectural trends and material choices
2. Role of steel in sustainable and innovative design 
3. Quality, aesthetics and performance expectations 
4. Collaboration between architects, brands and distributors


Common Hall
17:45-18:45 IST

Build Connect Excellence Awards 2026


Networking Dinner & Cocktails
18:30 IST

Cocktail & Networking Dinner


Common Hall
11:00-11:45 IST

Digital Tools for Tomorrow: Future-Proofing Channel Partner Businesses


Common Hall
11:45-12:45 IST

Why Quality Matters in Everyday Construction: Building Trust and Structural Strength

1. Why do quality standards and certified steel matter for safe, reliable, and consistent construction outcomes? 
2. What risks do sub-standard materials create for project delays, safety, and rework? 
3. How do quality choices today influence long-term safety, brand reputation, and liability across the construction value chain?


Common Hall
12:45-13:30 IST

GST Notices Despite Compliance: What Should Steel Channel Partners Do?

1. Why do steel channel partners receive GST notices even when their filings and compliance are in order? 2. What is the correct way for steel distributors to respond - what records, reconciliations, and explanations are critical? 
3. How can steel channel partners stay compliant, avoid disputes, and use available legal remedies to protect their business?


Networking Lunch
13:30-14:30 IST

Networking Lunch


Common Hall
14:30-15:30 IST

When Is the Right Time to Buy? Understanding Steel Price Trends Across the Supply Chain?

1. What really drives steel prices in the near term, and how can buyers read market signals to decide when to buy? 
2. When does strategic sourcing make more sense than spot buying, and how can price benchmarks help in day-to-day negotiations? 
3. How can companies manage price swings through better inventory planning, supplier mix, and practical risk controls?


Common Hall
15:30-16:30 IST

Master Class on Payment Recovery: Protecting Cash Flows in Uncertain Markets

1. Common payment risks in the steel trade and how to structure effective credit terms and safeguards. 
2. Legal tools, recovery mechanisms, and negotiation strategies for managing customers and resolving disputes. 
3. Case-based learning from real trade scenarios and practical industry experience



15:20-16:30 IST

Masterclass: Effective Payment Recovery & Credit Management

1. Setting clear credit policies and monitoring customer accounts.

2. Negotiation & communication tactics for timely recovery.

3. Legal and documentation best practices.

4. Role of digital tools in credit control.


Common Hall
16:30-17:30 IST

New Ways to Grow: How E-commerce and Modern Trade Are Unlocking Opportunities for Steel Channel

1. How are e-commerce and modern trade improving price transparency, product availability, and trust in steel buying? 
2. Where can channel partners create value through better inventory management, faster delivery, and more reliable supply? 
3. What can distributors do to build long-term customer trust through consistent pricing, speed, and transparency in a digital market?


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