SATCON 2026, the world’s first conclave dedicated exclusively to vegetarian certification, concluded successfully in the national capital, marking a significant milestone in India’s food safety and certification ecosystem. The one day event was held on January 19, 2026 at Le Meridien, New Delhi, and was organised by Sattvik Certifications.
The conclave brought together more than 250 participants representing FMCG companies, luxury hospitality brands, educational institutions, certification bodies and government policy circles. Delegates from seven countries including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and South Korea participated, reflecting growing global interest in verified vegetarian and vegan food systems.
Discussions at SATCON 2026 were structured around three core themes of Consciousness, Connect and Collaboration, with a strong emphasis on strengthening vegetarian certification standards, enhancing consumer trust and promoting ethical food practices. The programme featured in depth panel discussions on awareness of Sattvik standards, expansion of vegetarian offerings in luxury hospitality, mindful culinary practices, ethical leadership and the need for consistent global food benchmarks.
Interactive networking sessions enabled industry leaders, certification bodies and policymakers to exchange practical insights, explore collaborations and identify actionable steps to improve food safety, compliance and transparency across supply chains.
The event was graced by eminent dignitaries as Chief Guests, including Santosh Gangwar, Governor of Jharkhand and former Union Minister; B. L. Verma, Member of Parliament and former Minister; Ms. Bansuri Swaraj, Member of Parliament, New Delhi; and Vagish Pathak, Member of the Legislative Council & Chairman of Sattvik Certifications. Speakers underlined the importance of cooperation between industry, regulators and certification agencies to build a resilient and trustworthy food ecosystem anchored in transparency and accountability.
Industry leaders and representatives from leading food brands also extended strong support to the initiative, contributing to discussions on market readiness, export opportunities and evolving consumer expectations. Their participation helped shape conversations around the commercial and regulatory relevance of vegetarian and vegan certification in both domestic and international markets.
As the first global platform solely focused on vegetarian certification, SATCON 2026 underscored the rising demand for verified, ethical and sustainable food choices. The conclave laid the groundwork for converting dialogue into practical action that benefits consumers, businesses and the wider food industry.
Building on the success of SATCON 2026, Sattvik Certifications plans to sustain the momentum through follow up initiatives, collaborations and future programmes aimed at strengthening trust, purity and transparency in vegetarian and vegan food systems.
