The International Malaria Conference 2026, scheduled to be held from 7–9 March 2026, is a flagship global event organized by the ICMR–National Institute of Malaria Research (NIMR), dedicated to fostering collaboration, innovation, and actionable strategies toward achieving malaria elimination and advancing beyond it. The conclave brings together leading scientists, public health experts, policymakers, innovators, and young researchers from across the world to exchange insights, showcase breakthroughs, and chart the roadmap for a malaria-free future.