Pune Design Festival 2025 – The Definitive Design Festival of India

An amazing week of impactful ideas, actionable insights, inspiring connections

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Design is moving faster than ever, shaping what our lives could look like by 2050. With creativity, tech, and social change all blending, design isn’t just about looks anymore—it’s shaping industries and kickstarting a wave of startups.

India’s design scene has the vibe and is ready to go global.

Can designers worldwide tap into the fresh perspectives coming out of India?

How does the design profession square up to meet these next Gen challenges?

While design has a real shot at driving change, how do designers keep adding new value and build a responsible future for all?

Let’s dive in and see how design can lead us to a more sustainable, responsible and connected tomorrow. Now’s the time to push boundaries, share ideas, and show how powerful design can be. Let’s “MIND THE WORLD” and shape a sustainable future together.

This theme will bring forth discussions, debates, case studies and workshops that showcase the insights from our changing times for a better tomorrow.

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Dick Powell

Founder - Seymourpowell Ltd

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Varun Grover

Lyricist, Writer, Stand-up Comedian and Filmmaker.

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Vaibhav Kumaresh

Founder , Creative Director Vaibhav Studios, Mumbai

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Sumant Jayakrishnan

Lighting Designer, Set Designer, Costume Designer

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Binaifer Dulani

Founding Partner & Creative, Talented

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Siddharth Shahani

Co-Founder and Executive President of ATLAS SkillTech University, Co-Founder of ISDI Mumbai

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Alok Gadkar

CEO & CCO - Tuesday

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Amitosh Nagpal

Actor and Director

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Uday Dandavate

Ethnographer of Imagination,Catalyst of Co-creation, Author and Poet

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Manoj Kothari

CEO & Chief Strategist - Turian Labs

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Ajay Saran Sharma

Senior Vice President, Design Mahindra & Mahindra

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Bhargav Mistry

Design Practitioner & Pedagogist

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Frequently Asked Questions

I’m not a designer, can I attend Pune Design Festival?

About PDF – Pune Design Festival (PDF) is an annual design conference organized by the Association of Designers of India (ADI) Pune Chapter. It brings together designers, industry leaders, academicians, and students from various disciplines to discuss trends, challenges, and innovations in design. The event features talks, panel discussions, workshops, exhibitions, and networking opportunities with top professionals from India and around the world. Since its inception in 2006, PDF has grown into one of India’s premier design events, attracting a diverse audience from fields like UX, product design, architecture, graphic design, and more. Each year, the festival follows a unique theme to spark discussions and insights relevant to the design industry.

What activities are included in the festival?

Pune Design Festival (PDF) offers a variety of activities designed to engage designers, professionals, and students. Some of the key activities include: 1. Speaker Sessions & Keynotes Renowned designers, industry leaders, and innovators from India and abroad share insights on design trends, challenges, and breakthroughs. 2. Panel Discussions & Debates Experts from different design domains discuss critical topics, industry shifts, and future possibilities in interactive sessions. 3. Workshops & Masterclasses Hands-on sessions led by experienced professionals covering UX design, branding, product design, AI in design, and more. 4. Exhibitions & Installations Showcases of design projects, student work, and cutting-edge innovations across different fields. 5. Student Design Competition A platform for young designers to present their ideas and projects, with mentorship and feedback from industry experts. 6. Networking & Social Events Opportunities to connect with fellow designers, industry leaders, and potential collaborators. The event often includes an Awards Night and Gala Dinner to celebrate excellence in design.

Where can I find the detailed schedule?

The Pune Design Festival 2025 is scheduled for February 28, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Pune & Residences. As of now, the detailed schedule for the 2025 event hasn’t been released. For the most current information, please visit the official Pune Design Festival website Additionally, you can check the event’s registration page for updates

Whom can I contact for more information or queries?

To get in touch with the Pune Design Festival (PDF) organizers, you can use the following contact information:
• Email: community@associationofdesignersofindia.org
• Official Website: https://punedesignfestival.com/contact-page/

For more details about the festival, including schedules, speakers, and workshops, you can visit the official PDF website

If you’re interested in sponsorship opportunities, it’s advisable to reach out directly via the provided email address to discuss potential collaborations.

Additionally, you can follow the Association of Designers of India (ADI) on social media platforms for updates and announcements related to the festival.

Can I sponsor the festival?

Yes, you can sponsor Pune Design Festival (PDF)! ADI Pune offers sponsorship opportunities for brands, organizations, and individuals looking to gain visibility among India’s top designers, industry leaders, and students. How to Sponsor PDF? 1. Sponsorship Tiers – PDF usually has different sponsorship levels (e.g., Title Sponsor, Gold, Silver, Associate) with varying benefits like branding, and exhibition space. 2. Customized Partnerships – You can discuss tailored sponsorship options that align with your brand’s goals. 3. Brand Exposure – Sponsors get visibility on event materials, social media, and during the event itself. 4. Networking Opportunities – Sponsoring gives direct access to industry leaders, designers, and potential business collaborators. Next Steps: • Contact ADI Pune – community@associationofdesignersofindia.org or LinkedIn to discuss sponsorship opportunities. • Attend ADI events to connect with organizers and explore possibilities.

Be a part of 2025’s most empowering event

ADI vision is to be a world class network representing professional interests of Indian Design community, creating a meaningful interface between design professionals, people as users, the industry, education institutions and the policy makers. ADI is committed to promoting best practices in the profession of design in India by strengthening and promoting the capabilities of the Indian design profession, as well as amplifying and presenting a unified voice to influence public policy, shape the industry and benefit the people at large.

ADI has over the years introduced several properties that will bring to fore our creative talent and intensity of work done by the Design community in India. ADI International Student Design Competition, Battle of Projects, Lexus Design Awards India, ADI Charpai Challenge are some of the Awards launched till date.

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