**Executive Summary**
The International Malaria Conference 2026, held from March 7th to 9th, 2026, in New Delhi, focused on accelerating malaria elimination through discovery, development, and delivery of innovations. Organized by ICMR-NIMR, the conference brought together global experts to share knowledge and strengthen partnerships. The event concluded with a reaffirmation of commitment to a malaria-free world.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Conference Overview and Objectives**
* The International Malaria Conference (IMC) 2026 was organized by ICMR-National Institute of Malaria Research (ICMR-NIMR).
* It was held in New Delhi from March 7th to 9th, 2026.
* The conference aimed to discuss innovative approaches and strategies for malaria elimination.
* The theme was “Discovery, Development and Delivery: Driving Malaria Elimination and Beyond."
* It served as a platform for sharing scientific knowledge, strengthening partnerships, and discussing challenges in malaria control and elimination.
**Themes and Discussions**
* **Discovery:** Focused on advances in parasite biology, transmission dynamics, and emerging molecular mechanisms related to malaria persistence and drug resistance.
* **Development:** Highlighted innovations in malaria diagnostics, research tools, and technologies for improving surveillance and disease detection.
* **Delivery:** Emphasised the translation of scientific discoveries into practical public health interventions and operational strategies, including approaches for residual malaria transmission, vaccine research, and community-based control programs.
**Collaboration and Commitments**
* Emphasised the critical importance of collaboration among research institutions, national programs, and global partners.
* Stressed that sustained scientific innovation, combined with strong public health systems and partnerships, is essential for accelerating progress towards malaria elimination.
* Highlighted India's commitment and strategic efforts towards malaria control and elimination.
* Stressed the importance of strengthening surveillance systems, improving early diagnosis and treatment, and enhancing community participation.
* The conference concluded by reaffirming the collective commitment of the scientific and public health community to accelerate malaria elimination efforts.
**Opportunities for Researchers**
* Provided a platform for early-career researchers to present their work through turbo talks and poster presentations.
* Encouraged the exchange of ideas and fostered the next generation of malaria researchers.
* Offered opportunities for students and young researchers to interact with leading scientists, mentors, and industry experts, providing insights into research translation, innovation, and career opportunities.
**Impact Analysis**
**Scientists and Researchers**
* **Impact:** Gained insights into new scientific findings, advancements in malaria diagnostics and control strategies, and emerging molecular mechanisms. Had opportunities to present their work and interact with leading experts.
* **Action Required:** To apply the knowledge gained in their research and to foster collaborations. Early-career researchers are encouraged to engage in turbo talks and poster presentations.
**Public Health Experts and Policymakers**
* **Impact:** Learned about innovative approaches and strategies for malaria elimination, including effective public health interventions and operational strategies.
* **Action Required:** To implement or strengthen surveillance systems, improve early diagnosis and treatment, and enhance community participation based on discussions and findings.
**Global Partners and Collaborators**
* **Impact:** Strengthened partnerships and engaged in discussions on global challenges and collaborative efforts towards malaria elimination.
* **Action Required:** To continue collaboration and contribute to global initiatives aimed at achieving a malaria-free world.
**Students and Young Researchers**
* **Impact:** Gained valuable insights into research translation, innovation, and emerging career opportunities. Had direct interaction with leading scientists and mentors.
* **Action Required:** To utilize the insights gained for their career development and contributions to malaria research and public health.
Key Entities Referenced
International Malaria Conference 2026: The primary event discussed, focusing on global collaboration for malaria elimination.
ICMR-National Institute of Malaria Research (ICMR-NIMR): The organizing body of the conference, representing a key research institution.
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR): The parent body overseeing the ICMR-NIMR and therefore involved in the conference's organization.
National Centre for Vector Borne Diseases Control (NCVBDC): A key organization whose Director was a dignitary, highlighting its role in malaria control efforts.
New Delhi: The location where the conference was held, central to the event's context.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
International Malaria Conference 2026
Emphasises Global Collaboration to Accelerate
Malaria Elimination
Three-day conference highlights the importance of discovery,
development and delivery of innovations for malaria
elimination
Posted On: 09 MAR 2026 9:01PM by PIB Delhi
The International Malaria Conference (IMC) 2026, organised by the ICMR–National Institute of Malaria
Research (ICMR–NIMR) under the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), concluded successfully
in New Delhi after three days of intensive scientific deliberations and global engagement. Held from 7th
to 9th March 2026, the conference brought together scientists, public health experts, policymakers and
researchers from India and across the world to discuss innovative approaches and strategies for malaria
elimination.
The conference was organised under the theme “Discovery, Development and Delivery: Driving Malaria
Elimination and Beyond.” It served as an important platform for sharing scientific knowledge,
strengthening partnerships and discussing emerging challenges in malaria control and elimination.
Delivering the welcome address, Dr. Anup Anvikar, Director, ICMR–National Institute of Malaria
Research, emphasised the critical importance of collaboration among research institutions, national
programmes and global partners. He noted that sustained scientific innovation, combined with strong
public health systems and partnerships, is essential to accelerate progress towards malaria elimination.
Among the dignitaries present, Dr. Tanu Jain, Director, National Centre for Vector Borne Diseases Control
(NCVBDC), highlighted India’s continued commitment and strategic efforts towards malaria control and
elimination. She emphasised the importance of strengthening surveillance systems, improving early
diagnosis and treatment, and enhancing community participation to achieve the national malaria
elimination targets.
Scientific sessions under the Discovery theme focused on advances in parasite biology, transmission
dynamics and emerging molecular mechanisms that influence malaria persistence and drug resistance.
Experts shared insights into new scientific findings that could support more effective malaria control
strategies.
Sessions under the Development theme highlighted innovations in malaria diagnostics, research tools and
technologies aimed at improving surveillance and disease detection. The conference also provided a
platform for early-career researchers to present their work through turbo talks and poster presentations,
encouraging the exchange of ideas and fostering the next generation of malaria researchers.The final day of the conference focused on the Delivery theme, emphasising the translation of scientific
discoveries into practical public health interventions and operational strategies. Experts discussed
approaches to address residual malaria transmission, advances in vaccine research, and community-based
strategies for strengthening malaria control programmes.
The conference also provided an opportunity for students and young researchers to interact with leading
scientists, mentors and industry experts. These interactions offered valuable insights into research
translation, innovation and emerging career opportunities in malaria research and public health.
The conference concluded with a valedictory session, reaffirming the collective commitment of the
scientific and public health community to accelerate malaria elimination efforts and contribute to the
global vision of a malaria-free world.***
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