NamasteIndia
Namaste India: Local Guides Summit '26 is an exclusive one-day gathering of 150+ top Local Guides from across India. It's a celebration of our contributions to Google Maps, our love for local discovery, and our shared passion for documenting India's incredible diversity.
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About The Event
Where India's Top Local Guides Come Together
Namaste India: Local Guides Summit '26 is an exclusive one-day gathering of 150+ top Local Guides from across India. It's a celebration of our contributions to Google Maps, our love for local discovery, and our shared passion for documenting India's incredible diversity.
Day 1 is the main summit — packed with keynotes, panels, workshops, and an unforgettable cultural evening. On Day 2, attendees can optionally join a Delhi Darshan tour aboard a Hop-On Hop-Off (HOHO) bus, exploring iconic Delhi landmarks together.
India Only
This exclusive summit brings together the finest Local Guides from across India — every state, every culture, united by one passion.
Explore Delhi
Optional Day 2 Delhi Darshan aboard a HOHO bus takes you through the capital's most iconic landmarks — Qutub Minar, Red Fort, India Gate, and more.
Cultural Immersion
Dive deep into India's rich traditions — from Mughal heritage to street food trails, classical music, folk dance, and vibrant local stories.
Transparent Finances
Registration is ₹1,200. If sponsorships cover costs, the remaining amount is fully refunded. All details are published on the Whitepaper page.
Event Schedule
What to Expect
Registration & Welcome Kit
Opening Ceremony & Keynote
Panel: The Future of Local Discovery in India
Community Lunch — A Taste of India
Workshop: Photography & Maps Mastery
Local Guide Contributions Showcase
Independence Day Cultural Evening — Music & Dance
Networking Dinner & Celebration
Featured Voices
Meet the Speakers
Industry leaders, community champions, and passionate explorers sharing their wisdom at Namaste India.
Priya Sharma
Senior Program Manager, Google Maps
Champion of the Local Guides program, Priya has helped grow the India community and will share her vision for the future of local discovery.
Rajan Mehta
Heritage Conservation Expert
Award-winning historian dedicated to documenting India's 5,000-year-old cultural legacy and making it accessible to every Google Maps user.
Aisha Fernandez
Travel Photographer & Local Guide
With stunning visual storytelling, Aisha transforms ordinary Indian streets into extraordinary Maps contributions inspiring millions.
Vikram Nair
Head of Community, Google India
Vikram leads community initiatives across India, building bridges between digital contributions and real-world local impact.
Sunita Rao
Culinary Anthropologist & Local Guide
Sunita maps India's food heritage — from royal kitchens to street carts — making local flavours discoverable to the world through Google Maps.
Dev Krishnamurthy
Tech Lead, Maps Platform
Dev builds the infrastructure that powers millions of reviews and photos, ensuring Local Guides' contributions shine globally on Google Maps.
Visual Journey
A Glimpse of India
From heritage monuments to vibrant bazaars, India offers an unmatched tapestry of experiences waiting to be explored.
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Register Your Seat
Exclusive to Indian Local Guides. Limited to 150+seats. Registration fee: ₹1,200 per seat.