The Indian Institutional Quant Conference (IIQC) – Delhi Edition 2025 was held on 1st August 2025 at Taj City Centre, Gurugram. The event brought together a diverse set of experts and thought leaders from across segments who are shaping the future of quant in India through structured, data-driven approaches. This full-day conference was a meeting ground for experts, researchers, and enthusiasts eager to explore new ideas, approaches, and applications in the quant space.

The conference served as a vibrant platform for everyone to delve into the latest advancements in quantitative methods, data-centric approaches, and cutting-edge innovations. With a carefully curated agenda featuring engaging panel discussions, thought-provoking presentations, and dynamic Q&A sessions, the event offered attendees rich insights into how quantitative methodologies are evolving and reshaping diverse domains.

The conference saw 200+ participation from a wide range of leading institutions, underlining the event’s growing relevance in the evolving landscape of quantitative thinking. Reputed organizations such as RBI, MSCI, BlackRock, Citadel Securities, Fidelity International, S&P Global, ICICI Prudential AMC, Nuvama, BSE, NSE, Bloomberg, Kotak Securities, Ambit, Emkay Global, Edelweiss, Axis Securities, Groww, InCred, Orbis, Stokhos Research, QuantInsti, AlphaGrep, MethodTech, Genpact, Mastertrust, Lovak Capital, Morningstar, FYERS, Macquarie, FactSet, Nubra, QuantX, Sanctum Wealth, ShipRocket, ArthAlpha, SGX, Khaitan & Co, Nishith Desai Associates, Alpha Alternatives, Whitespace Alpha, Capitalmind, Care24, Scan Holdings, SKS Enterprises, ISI, SAR Group, Ecos Mobility, Choice Broking, Lohum, Cenlub and Bandhan AMC added further depth to the networking and exchange of ideas and demonstrated the broadening impact of quantitative problem-solving across segments.

Key highlights

The conference was marked by a series of compelling keynote sessions led by distinguished voices who offered forward-looking perspectives on the evolution of analytical thinking, model-based decision structures, and scenario-based planning.

Sessions explored a broad spectrum of thought-provoking themes:

• The Indian Institutional Quant Conference (IIQC) – Delhi Edition was an incredible gathering of minds from across the quant ecosystem. None of it would have been possible without the generous time, insights, and energy of our distinguished speakers and moderators.
• We began the day with a welcome address by Vanshika Kumar (Bloomberg), setting the tone for a day of rich conversations and thoughtful perspectives.
• The first session featured Udit Sureka (Nuvama Asset Services) and Shikhar Kacker (Khaitan), offering practical insights on frameworks and structures relevant to quants for setting up their firms.
• This was followed by a dynamic panel with Aditya Sharma (S&P Global), Gaurav Jain (Fidelity International), and Sandip Santdasani (ICICI Prudential Alternate), moderated by Kshitij Anand (ETMarkets), who shared their views on evolving strategies and approaches in the factor quant space.
• The next panel brought together Dr. TCA Anant (Ex-Chief Statistician of India), Dr. S.N. Ghosh (Ministry of Finance, GoI) and Arvind Mathur (Mentor & Advisor, Nishith Desai Associates), moderated by Pankaj Mani (LAQSA, RealWorldRisk), for a meaningful discussion on data, statistics, and their role in decision-making.
• Mayank Sachan (Nubra) then introduced ideas around building scalable platforms and solutions for quants in India.
• In a thought-provoking fireside chat, Prof. Arun Kumar (Renowned Economist) and Prof. Shanta Laishram (Indian Statistical Institute) offered broader reflections on emerging technologies like AI and their ethical implications.
• Post-lunch, Rishi Kohli and Pankaj Mani (LAQSA) shared updates on LAQSA’s member initiatives and upcoming plans in research, learning, and collaboration. They also announced partnerships with two of the leading legal firms in India, Nishith Desai & Khaitan, for representing the quant community regarding regulatory and policy matters.
• A vibrant family office panel featuring Juhi Agarwal (Scan Holdings), Omkar Arora (Ecos Mobility), and Harsh Dhanuka (SAR Family Office Group), moderated by Bhautik Ambani (AlphaGrep), followed with diverse views on how family offices manage their portfolios using quant strategies built internally and via external allocations.
• Next, Nikhil Ranka (Nuvama Asset Management), Puneet Sharma (Whitespace Alpha), and Prashant Mohanraj (Alpha Alternatives), with Nitin Aggarwal (Client Associates) as moderator, shared their perspectives on strategies, challenges and innovation in the long-short space.
• The final panel of the day featured Nikhil Arora (Stokhos Research) and Sandeep Tyagi (Estee Advisors), in conversation with Sunil Ramkrikhiani (Bombay Stock Exchange), exploring advanced techniques and infrastructure use cases related to HFT.
• We ended the day with closing remarks, followed by high tea and continued networking.

The Delhi Edition of the Indian Institutional Quant Conference 2025 would not have been the success it was without the insightful contributions of our speakers, the commitment of our sponsors and partners, and the enthusiasm of every attendee. Their collective effort transformed the event into a vibrant forum of learning, dialogue, and discovery.

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Energized by this exceptional gathering, we are filled with gratitude and renewed enthusiasm to further the journey of promoting Quant strategies across the country. The Delhi edition of the Indian Institutional Quant Conference 2025 served as a catalyst for fresh ideas, deeper collaboration, and a collective pursuit of analytical excellence. It strengthened our vision of building a vibrant, connected ecosystem that thrives on shared exploration, adaptability, and continuous learning.

We extend our sincere thanks to all who participated and contributed to making this edition truly memorable. Stay tuned as we carry forward this exciting journey of ideas, inquiry, and innovation — and we look forward to welcoming you at the next chapter of this extraordinary forum.