CTRL + SHIFT 2026
MSME AI Summit
Transforming Indian MSMEs with AI to Innovate, Optimize, Compete and Grow.
Shillong, Meghalaya | 4 December 2026 • Agartala, Tripura | 7 December 2026
CTRL + SHIFT is an initiative to empower Indian MSMEs to adopt Artificial Intelligence and transform the way they do business.
Across two landmark editions in Northeast India, the summit brings together business owners, technology leaders, policymakers and global experts to show how AI can improve production efficiency, strengthen operations, reduce costs and raise profitability.
AI is no longer reserved for large enterprises. It can help MSMEs expand nationally, unlock global markets and compete with confidence. CTRL + SHIFT is where Indian MSMEs learn to become smarter, more productive and future-ready.
By the Numbers
Making AI practical for every MSME across Shillong and Agartala.
Innovate & Optimize
Core Themes Driving the MSME AI Revolution
Transforming Indian MSMEs with AI
Core focus areas: AI Adoption | Digital Transformation | Business Growth | Global Competitiveness
AI Revolution for Indian MSMEs
Transforming businesses, unlocking growth and building global competitiveness.
Reimagining MSME Growth Through AI
New ways to think about scale, strategy and long-term competitiveness.
From Lead Generation to Revenue Growth
Using AI to build smarter marketing strategies that convert.
Smart Manufacturing
Improving productivity, precision and product quality through AI.
Taking Indian MSMEs Global
Leveraging AI for international market access.
Doing More with Less
Driving cost optimisation and profitability through AI.
AI for Every MSME
Making AI affordable, accessible and practical.
AI & the Future of Work
Workforce transformation, skills and human-AI collaboration.
AI for Startups & MSME Innovation
Building new business models and revenue streams.
Two Landmark Editions in Northeast India
CTRL + SHIFT Shillong
4 December 2026 | Shillong, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya
Venue: [To be announced] | Timings: [Add]
CTRL + SHIFT Agartala
7 December 2026 | Agartala, Tripura
Venue: [To be announced] | Timings: [Add]
What to Expect
Keynotes from national and international AI leaders
Panel discussions on real MSME challenges and opportunities
100+ MSME brands to network and collaborate with
Practical case studies showing AI at work in small and mid-sized businesses
Solution showcases of affordable, ready-to-use AI tools
Networking with peers, investors, technology partners and industry bodies
Who Should Attend
MSME owners, founders and CXOs
Manufacturers and exporters
Startups and emerging entrepreneurs
Marketing, operations and technology heads
Industry associations and chambers of commerce
Government and policy representatives
Speakers
Meet the voices shaping the AI-powered MSME.
International and local speakers to be announced. Stay tuned.
Agenda
Detailed schedule coming soon for both editions.
Partner With Us
Put your brand in front of 100+ MSME brands and decision-makers.
Your business. Your CTRL.
Time to SHIFT.
Join 100+ MSME brands in Shillong and Agartala this December.