Indian Chemical News (www.indianchemicalnews.com), India's No. 1 portal on Chemical, Petrochemical, and Energy, is organizing a two-day conference titled "Gujarat Chem & Petchem Conference 2026 (GCPC 2026)" on May 14-15, 2026 at Hotel Hyatt Place, Bharuch, Gujarat. 

The theme of the Summit is "Optimizing Plant Operations for Efficiency and Sustainability”. 

To participate as a delegate for the two day summit to be held in Hyatt Place, Bharuch, please click on the link

(https://www.indianchemicalnews.com/gcpc-2026/register.php) 

Speakers for the panel discussion on Effective Waste Management for Eco-friendly Processes are: Dr. Mahesh Patel, Founder & CEO, Pragna Group of Industries; Vrajesh Parikh, Executive Director (Technical), Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals; Devendra Kumar Ray, Chief Operating Officer, Insecticides (India) Ltd.; Lalkrishna Sahani, Unit Head, Shiva Performance Materials; Rushi Shah, Corporate Lead EHS, Intas Pharmaceuticals; Dr. Shrikant J. Wagh, Provost, UPL University of Sustainable Technology; and D. K. Rana, VP - Operation, Sudarshan Chemicals. 

Effective waste management and eco-friendly processes are critical for the sustainability of India's rapidly growing chemical industry, which contributes significantly to GDP but faces challenges regarding toxic waste, energy intensity, and water consumption. As the industry projects growth to US $300 billion by 2030, adopting sustainable practices is moving from a regulatory obligation to a business imperative.  

Effective waste management and the adoption of eco-friendly processes are critical for the sustainability of India’s chemical industry, which is projected to grow significantly by 2030, raising concerns about hazardous waste generation, water pollution, and carbon emissions.  

India generates over 62 million tons of waste annually, with chemical, pharmaceutical, and petrochemical sectors contributing heavily to hazardous, solid, and liquid waste. 

To align with global ESG standards and domestic regulatory pressure, the industry is transitioning toward "green chemistry"—designing processes that prevent waste at the source rather than treating it afterward—and adopting circular economy models where by-products are repurposed.

Key Discussion Points to be covered during the panel discussion are: Adoption of Green Chemistry Principles; Circular Economy & Waste-to-Value; Wastewater Management & Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD); Regulatory Compliance & "Polluter Pays" Principle; Common Infrastructure and Policy Support; Technological Innovations & Digitalization; and Challenges Facing the Transition. 

The conference is supported by Principal Partner - Zodiac Tank Container Terminals (A Samsara Group Company); Platinum Partners - Alleima, Jindal Stainless, and Prozeal Green Energy; Gold Partners - BEIL, Contibelt, DCM Shriram Chemicals, Dynamic

India, GEM Machinery, Graphite India, Jaaji Technologies, Degree LAUDA Precision, MAAG Group, Pragna Consultants, ResistoTech, SNF Flopam India, TKIL Industries, Tubacex Group, UPL University of Sustainable Technology; Associate Partners - Diyani Automation, E3 Tech Systems and Services, Changzhou Fanqun Drying Equipment, and Woodfield; Enterprise AI Partner - dDriven; and Industry Association Partners - Alkali Manufacturers Association of India (AMAI), Dahej Industries Association (DIA), Gujarat Chemical Association (GCA); and Jhagadia Industries Association (JIA).