The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) will host the fifth edition of the NRAI Food Delivery Summit on 20 August 2026 at The Forum – Hotel & Convention, Ahmedabad. Presented by Petpooja and supported by Coca-Cola, Janshakti, ITC Master Chef and Prasuma, the summit is expected to be the largest edition so far.
The event will bring together more than 5,000 restaurant owners, 70+ industry leaders, 1,500+ brands and delegates from 30+ cities. Restaurant owners, food delivery platforms, technology providers, cloud kitchen operators, policymakers, investors and entrepreneurs will come together to discuss the future of India’s restaurant and food delivery ecosystem.
Centred around the theme “Automate to Dominate: Tech Powers Growth,” the summit will focus on how AI, automation and digital technologies are transforming restaurant operations and food delivery. Discussions will cover technology adoption, customer experience, operational efficiency and business growth.
The summit also marks the continuation of NRAI’s annual platform, which began in Mumbai in 2022 and has since been hosted in Pune, Bengaluru and New Delhi, each focusing on different aspects of the evolving food delivery ecosystem.
Sagar Daryani, President, National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) and CEO & Co-founder, Wow! Momo Foods, said, “India’s food delivery ecosystem has evolved significantly over the past few years, creating new opportunities for restaurants while also introducing new operational and business complexities. As the industry enters its next phase of growth, it is essential for restaurant operators, technology partners and ecosystem stakeholders to come together, exchange perspectives and collectively shape solutions that drive sustainable growth. The fifth edition of the NRAI Food Delivery Summit builds on the momentum of previous editions by creating a platform to discuss how AI, automation and technology can enable restaurants to become more efficient, resilient and future-ready.”
Chef Aanal Kotak, Chapter Head, NRAI and Founder, The Secret Kitchen (India & Global), said, “Gujarat has always had a strong entrepreneurial culture, and over the years Ahmedabad has evolved into one of the country’s most vibrant food destinations, with a restaurant ecosystem that continues to innovate and cater to changing consumer preferences. Hosting the fifth edition of the summit here reflects the city’s growing importance within India’s food and hospitality landscape. We look forward to welcoming industry leaders from across the country for meaningful discussions that will help shape the future of restaurants and food delivery in India.”
The summit will feature keynote sessions, panel discussions, fireside chats and networking opportunities with leaders from across India’s restaurant and food service industry. Topics will include AI-driven transformation, changing consumer behaviour, operational excellence, entrepreneurship, emerging business models and the future of food delivery.
