On July 11–12, 2025, the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) will host the inaugural North-East Conclave 2025 at IIM Shillong under the theme “From Ideation to Incorporation.” The event, presided over by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma, aims to strengthen startup incubation, funding access, policy support, and capacity building through strategic partnerships and MoU signings.